Motor City
Definition
A nickname for Detroit, Michigan, referencing its historical status as the center of the world's automotive industry and the home of the 'Big Three' car manufacturers.
A term used to describe a place where car culture, automotive manufacturing, or industrial grit is the primary identity of the city.
Examples
Detroit continues to wear its Motor City badge with pride, even if most of the actual engines are now built in someone's basement in a different time zone.
If you drive through the Motor City on a Sunday, you are more likely to find a artisanal coffee shop than an assembly line, but at least your latte will be served in a gear-shaped mug.
Becoming the Motor City was a great idea until everyone decided that walking was actually good for their health.