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 The Evolution of the Automobile: A Journey from Horseless Carriages to Electric Revolution The automobile, often referred to simply as a car, has profoundly influenced human civilization. From the first steam-powered vehicles of the 18th century to the cutting-edge electric and autonomous cars of today, the evolution of the automobile is a testament to human ingenuity and technological progress.        Early Beginnings: The Steam Age The journey of the automobile began in the late 18th century with the advent of steam-powered vehicles. Nicolas-Joseph Cugnot, a French inventor, built the first full-scale, self-propelled mechanical vehicle in 1769. However, these early vehicles were cumbersome and inefficient, limited by the technology of the time. The Birth of the Internal Combustion Engine The late 19th century marked a significant milestone with the development of the internal combustion engine. Karl Benz is credited with creating the first true automobile in ...