Name That Brand
Name the Japanese automaker famous for the Civic and Accord models.
What component transfers engine power to the wheels and often includes gears and shafts?
Transmission/Drivetrain
In which decade did mass-produced automobiles first become widely available due to assembly-line production?
1910s
Name the car that is featured as a time machine in a popular 1980s film series
DeLorean (DMC-12)
In racing, what does “pit stop” refer to during a race?
A brief, temporary halt for a car in a designated "pit" area to have its tires changed, refuel, or make necessary repairs or adjustments.
Which German automaker produces the 3 Series and 5 Series sedans?
BMW
What fluid is commonly checked to ensure the engine is properly lubricated and cooled (name the lubrication fluid)?
Engine Oil(Motor Oil)
Who is credited with inventing the first practical automobile powered by an internal combustion engine (name commonly associated with that invention)?
Karl Benz
What muscle car driven by Dominic Toretto appears in the Fast & Furious franchise? (General model type or name is acceptable)
1970 Dodge Charger
Which famous international race is held annually at the Circuit de la Sarthe in France?
24 Hours of Le Mans
Identify the American brand that introduced the Model T in the early 20th century.
Ford Motor Company
What is the purpose of the catalytic converter in a modern exhaust system?
Reduce harmful vehicle emissions, converts toxic gas into less harmful substances.
The oil crisis of 1973 had major effects on car design and consumer behavior. Name one significant consumer or manufacturer response to that crisis.
Examples: increased demand for smaller, fuel-efficient cars; automakers developed compact models and improved fuel economy.
In the movie “Back to the Future,” the DeLorean needed a specific speed to time travel. What speed in mph was required?
88 mph
Name one major difference between Formula 1 cars and NASCAR stock cars (focus on design or purpose).
Examples: Formula 1 cars are open-wheel, purpose-built single-seaters with advanced aerodynamics; NASCAR stock cars are closed-wheel, heavier, and based on production-style bodies.
Which Italian manufacturer is known for the Prancing Horse logo and high-performance sports cars?
Ferrari
Explain what an internal combustion engine’s “compression ratio” affects in general terms (power, efficiency, or both).
higher compression ratio generally increases power and improves fuel economy by extracting more energy from the same amount of fuel.
Which decade is associated with the widespread adoption of seat belts and increased vehicle safety regulations in the U.S. (decade)?
1960s–1970s
What vehicle is Lightning McQueen based on/What vehicle was he supposed to be originally.
Chevrolet Corvette
Explain briefly what "aerodynamic downforce" does for a race car.
It pushes the car down onto the track, increasing tire grip so the car can corner faster without losing traction.
This Swedish company is known for safety innovations and produced the 240 and S60 models. Name the manufacturer.
Volvo
Describe the function of a differential in a rear-wheel-drive vehicle.
Transfers engine power to the rear wheels while allowing them to rotate at different speeds, which is essential for smooth cornering.
Name one major technological or regulatory change in the automotive industry from the 1990s (example: safety, emissions, or electronics).
Examples: wider adoption of airbags, OBD-II electronics, stricter emissions controls, or widespread anti-lock braking systems (ABS)
What car model or brand is most often used/most memorable in marvel movies.
Audi/Audi R8
Which F1 driver won 3 world championships in 1988, 1990, and 1991. Known as one of the greatest F1 drivers.
Ayrton Senna