noun. A manufacturer of automotive vehicles, such as cars, trucks, and SUVs.

noun. One who manufactures automobiles; typically used to refer to a large corporation such as General Motors.

noun. a business engaged in the manufacture of automobiles

"Investors in Italian automaker Fiat S.p. A. reacted to the proposed alliance with Chrysler LLC with volatility today, as analysts in Europe questioned how much the Italian automaker would benefit from a deal with the struggling Auburn Hills automaker, which is operating on $4 billion in federal loans and seeking $3 billion more."

automaking  

maker  manufacturer  manufacturing business  

carmaker  truckmaker  

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