der Autofan
Translation
car enthusiast, car fan, petrolhead
Examples
Mein Bruder ist ein echter Autofan.
My brother is a real car enthusiast.
Als Autofan besucht er jede Automesse.
As a car fan, he visits every car show.
Grammar Patterns
to be a car fan Er ist ein großer Autofan.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Autoliebhaber, Autoenthusiast
Etymology
A compound of 'Auto' (car) and 'Fan' (from English 'fan').
Memory Tips
Literally 'auto fan'. Think of someone who is a fan of cars, just like a sports fan.