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passenger car

American  
[pas-uhn-jer kahr] / ˈpæs ən dʒər ˌkɑr /

noun

  • passenger cars
    plural
  1. a railroad car which is designed to carry passengers.


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For Russo, "the motorcycle industry today reminds me of where China's passenger car industry stood roughly a decade ago".

From Barron's Aug. 9, 2026

Deterioration in the Chinese passenger car market is accelerating, with competitive pressures spilling over into the broader Asia Pacific, while the Middle East conflict continues to weigh on energy costs and global consumer sentiment.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 17, 2026

A van and a passenger car had crashed in the turn lane outside the lot.

From Slate Oct. 27, 2025

Total passenger car sales in Thailand fell 23% through September compared to the same period last year.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 23, 2024

It felt good to ride the train this time, to sit in a passenger car, in a plush seat, not crammed in a cattle car.

From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson

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