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automaking

American  
[aw-tuh-may-king] / ˈɔ təˌmeɪ kɪŋ /

noun

  1. the production or manufacture of automobiles.


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The CEO of German automaking giant Mercedes-Benz has said he has not ruled out entering the defence industry.

From Barron's ● May 16, 2026

But China continued to invest in automaking, bolstered by its access to crucial raw materials needed for components such as EV batteries and windshield wipers to work properly.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 29, 2026

Chip making is highly cyclical, and tech industries have swung from stark shortages for many computer chips, felt across many industries including automaking, to a glut.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 31, 2023

Yes, Ford is famous for implementing the moving assembly line and founding the automaking business that put the Motor City on the map.

From Washington Post ● Nov. 14, 2022

Many food processors and retailers expect a hit to earnings, as do many in fibre, paper and pulp manufacturing, steelmaking as well as automaking and auto parts.

From Reuters ● Apr. 13, 2022

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