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Q: Who was the first Frenchman hired by Mercedes-Benz after World War II?

A: Paul Bracq

Q: What was the first Volkswagen model to feature denim upholstery?

A: Volkswagen Beetle Jeans Bug

Q: In which African country was the Isuzu Uhuru launched?

A: Kenya

Q: Which automaker was the first to successfully win a copyright case in China?

A: Land Rover

Q: Which American car was advertised in the 1940s with the slogan "Symphonic Styling"?

A: Hudson

Q: What was Packard's first automobile to cost less than $1,000?

A: Packard 120

Q: Which Volkswagen model was named after the Greek Titan known for carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders?

A: Volkswagen Atlas

Q: Which is the only brand name that, when read backward, refers to a motor racing circuit?

A: Aznom

Q: What was the first SUV equipped with Porsche Active Ride?

A: Porsche Cayenne

Q: What is the name of the fastest family car in the world?

A: Koenigsegg Gemera HV8

Q: What was Chevrolet's first purpose-built, dealer-ordered race car designed for NHRA drag racing?

A: Chevrolet Copo Camaro

Q: What was the first Skoda model ever produced in Spain?

A: Skoda Epiq

Q: Who was the first French driver to win three consecutive 24 Hours of Le Mans races?

A: Henri Pescarolo

Q: What was FIAT's first performance compact SUV?

A: FIAT Pulse Abarth

Q: Which American brand was Porsche's first sedan actually created for?

A: Studebaker

Q: What was the first true British sports car capable of reaching 120 mph?

A: Daimler SP 250

Q: What was Lexus's first full-size luxury coupe lineup since the SC 430?

A: Lexus LC 500

Q: Which Bentley model was Mulliner's first historic car project?

A: Bentley Corniche

Q: What was Holden's first production car to feature a 16-valve engine?

A: Holden Astra

Q: What was the last Chrysler model offered with the Brougham trim?

A: Chrysler New Yorker Brougham