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When was the earliest car invented?

The earliest known self-propelled mechanical vehicle was designed and built by Nicolas-Joseph Cugnot in 1769. It was a steam-powered tricycle and it was used to transport artillery. Cugnot's invention lacked many features that would be considered essential in a modern automobile, such as steering, brakes, and suspension, and was not very practical for everyday use.