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Das Auto: The Germans, Their Cars and Us

Documentary examining Germany's economic power and the automobile industry at the heart of it. Across the world, the badges of Volkswagen, Audi, BMW and Mercedes inspire immediate awe. Even in Britain, where memories of Second World War run deep, we can't resist the appeal of a German car. By contrast, our own industry is a shadow of its former self. Historian Dominic Sandbrook asks what it is we got wrong, and what the Germans got so right.

English
  • Originally Aired August 5, 2013
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Production Code b03866cj
  • Network BBC
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Name Type Role
Dominic Sandbrook Writer
Dominic Sandbrook Guest Star
Fatima Salaria Director