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In 1876 Nicolaus August Otto invented an efficient gas motor engine. The four stroke cumbustion engine called "Otto Cycle Engine". His four stroke engine was universally adopted.
That is why the name "Automobiles" came to be accepted as a tribute to Otto and his four stroke cycle: Induction
Compression
Power
and exhaust.
Further study has revieled that in 1769 Nicolas Joseph Cugnat built a steam powered automobile. Recognised by the British Royal Automobile Club as being the first working automobile.
The history is really interesting, this answer omits many prominent names in bringing cars to the masses.
Updated Answer
In 1767 Nicolas Joseph Cugnat built a steam powered Automobile, recognised by the British Royal Automobile Club as being the first.
Steam cars are still around look at land speed records for more information.
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