automotive

[aw-tuh-moh-tiv, aw-tuh-moh-tiv]

adjective

1. pertaining to the design, operation, manufacture, or sale of automobiles.

   automotive parts.

2. propelled by a self-contained motor, engine, or the like.

noun

1. Informal.,  an industry, store department, etc., specializing in appliances and parts for cars, trucks, and other motorized vehicles.

   You may find what you're looking for in automotive.

automotive

/ ˌɔːtəˈməʊtɪv /

adjective

1. relating to motor vehicles

2. self-propelling

Other Word Forms

• nonautomotive adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of automotive¹

First recorded in 1860–65; auto- ¹ + motive

Example Sentences

Mr Ready said social media companies could learn from the automotive industry which had learnt to compete on safety.

From BBC

The company operates the largest supply chain in the UK automotive sector, employing around 150,000 people.

From BBC

A spokesperson for the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders said they held an extraordinary meeting of their automotive components section on Friday, which was attended by officials from the Department for Business and Trade.

From BBC

Some 80,000 people were expected to watch rock-crawling competitions and races, camp out and hear vendors pitch the latest in automotive technology.

From Los Angeles Times

Under his leadership, Tesla’s automotive sales have been slipping, despite price cuts.

From Los Angeles Times