The automotive industry (7)

I believe the answer is:

detroit

(Other definitions for detroit that I've seen before include "City also called Mo'town in USA" , "Where cars are made" , "Motown, Mich." , "US city in Michigan" , "City in Michigan known for motor industry" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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