The phrase "automotive equivalent" is used to describe something that is comparable or similar to something in the automobile industry. It means finding a similar or equivalent product or feature in the automotive field. Full definition
Overview Automotive equivalent of the Swiss Army knife Pros Versatility, strong powertrain performance, road manners Cons No automatic headlights, optional package costs Value... (driving.ca)
They're the architectural or automotive equivalent of a handshake. (evo.co.uk)
The Jetta — like at least 14 other so - called Clean Diesel models sold by Volkswagen Group under its VW, Audi, and Porsche marques from 2008 to 2015 — was actually the automotive equivalent of Piltdown Man. (fortune.com)