What is the world's first recognized automobile?
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The world-renowned inventor of the automobile is German Karl Friedrich Benz. In 1885, he developed the world's first carriage-style three-wheeled automobile and obtained the world's first automobile patent on January 29, 1886. This day is widely regarded as the birthday of modern automobiles, and Benz is honored as the 'Father of Automobiles' by later generations. Additional information: Automotive history: In 1887, Karl Benz sold his first automobile to Frenchman Émile Roger, marking the world's first sale of a modern automobile. In the same year, Karl Benz established the world's first automobile manufacturing company—Benz & Cie. Benz dedicated his entire life to the automotive industry.