der Fahrzeugantrieb
Translation
vehicle drives, vehicle propulsion systems
Examples
Moderne Fahrzeugantriebe sind sehr effizient.
Modern vehicle drives are very efficient.
Grammar Patterns
Noun (Subject) + Verb + ... Vehicle drives are complex.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Antriebssystem, Motor
Etymology
A compound of 'Fahrzeug' (vehicle) and 'Antriebe' (drives, plural). 'Fahrzeug' comes from 'fahren' (to drive) + 'Zeug' (thing/gear). 'Antrieb' comes from 'an' (on) + 'treiben' (to drive/propel).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'drive' ('Antrieb') for a 'vehicle' ('Fahrzeug'). The components literally describe the meaning.