Engine Basics
What is the term for the process where fuel and air are mixed and ignited in an engine
Combustion
What gas is commonly used to inflate tires?
Nitrogen (or Air)
What system helps maintain vehicle control during skids?
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Christopher Nolan's 2010 mind-bending heist thriller grossed over $828 million worldwide and won 4 Oscars for technical achievements
Inception
The only planet that rotates on its side
Uranus
What component ignites the air-fuel mixture in a gasoline engine
Spark Plug
What is the purpose of tire rotation
To ensure even tire wear
What is the name of the system that adjusts seatbelt tension during a crash
Pretensioner
This 2015 reboot of a post-apocalyptic franchise, directed by George Miller, earned $378 million and 6 Oscars for its practical effects.
Mad Max: Fury Road
This addictive Korean survival show became Netflix’s most-watched series of all time in 2021.
Squid Games
hat is the name of the shaft that converts linear piston motion into rotational motion
Crankshaft
What is the term for the tire’s ability to grip wet roads?
Hydroplaning Resistance
What system keeps a safe distance from the vehicle ahead?
Adaptive Cruise Control
This 2015 dinosaur revival film grossed over $1.6 billion worldwide, becoming one of the highest-earning movies of the decade.
Jurassic World
This billionaire tied the knot in late June in Venice with Lauren Sánchez in a lavish three-day ceremony.
jeff bezos
In a four-stroke engine, what is the first stroke called
Intake
What is the typical unit for measuring tire pressure?
PSI (Pounds per Square Inch)
What system assists with steering to keep the vehicle in its lane?
Lane Keep Assist
This 2009 sci-fi epic directed by James Cameron featured the alien world of Pandora
Avatar
Who is the current host of Jeopardy
Ken Jennings
What is the name of the system that cools the engine by circulating fluid?
Cooling System
What is the typical aspect ratio range for passenger car tires?
50-70
What organization sets safety standards in the U.S.?
NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
This 2019 Marvel film is currently the highest-grossing movie of all time.
The Avengers: Endgame
What company did the CEO/HR who were caught on Jumbotron work for?
Astronomer