automaker
Americannoun
Other Word Forms
- automaking noun
Etymology
Origin of automaker
Example Sentences
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Tesla was dethroned early this year by Chinese automaker BYD as the largest EV seller in the world, but for many Californians, Musk’s signature vehicles are still an obvious choice.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Farley’s remarks, made Wednesday to reporters, suggest the automaker has come to accept Chinese rivals’ march while securing time to bolster its own operations to better withstand the entry of China-made competitors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
Sales of its Ioniq 5 crossover rose 13% year-over-year in March, though the automaker used generous discounts to help dealers sell them.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
At the time, the automaker was in the midst of an aggressive strategy to go all-electric, including targeting up to 55% of its U.S. sales to be battery-powered vehicles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
The automaker said at the time it aimed to build 600,000 a year in North America by 2025.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
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