Reference
Reference Notes
This clue appears to lean on a named reference or quoted wording in ""Progress through technology" automaker", so spelling and context are important.
NYT Crossword
"Progress through technology" automaker NYT Crossword Clue
Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.
Hint
Identify the named person, title, quote, or cultural reference before checking the grid length.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
Classify this as a reference clue and verify that the 4 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 4-letter slot.
- The answer slot has 4 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
- This clue appears to lean on a named reference or quoted wording in ""Progress through technology" automaker", so spelling and context are important.
- This clue appears at 89A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
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AUDI
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
AUDI is the 4-letter answer for ""Progress through technology" automaker" in the NYT Crossword. The clue relies on a specific name, title, quote, or cultural reference, so exact spelling matters more than broad synonym matching.
- Grid entry: AUDI in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Reference clue.
- This is Across at 89A, so use the Down crossings to confirm AUDI.
- AUDI has 4 letters, matching the required slot for 89A.
Answer history
Other NYT Crossword Clues Using AUDI
We have not seen many previous NYT clues for this answer yet.
View all AUDI clues Position 89A
Answer length 4
Puzzle type Daily
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Across at 89A, so use the Down crossings to confirm AUDI.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a reference clue and verify that the 4 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
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History
Clue History
April 26, 2026 Daily / 89A / 4 letters
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