Electric Car Trivia Quiz – 10 Questions And Answers

Prepare to charge up your knowledge and accelerate into the future with the Electric Car Trivia Quiz! Are you fascinated by the technological advancements and environmental benefits of electric vehicles? Get ready to test your understanding of these cutting-edge automobiles with our collection of 10 electrifying questions.

From the history of electric cars to their components and range, this quiz will challenge your expertise in all things electric mobility.

So, plug in, power up your brain, and get ready to navigate through the exciting world of Electric Car Trivia. It’s time to see if you have what it takes to become an electric driving champion!

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  1. What year was the first electric car invented?
    • 1850
    • 1910
    • 1890
    • 1835
    The correct answer is 1835.
    The first electric car was invented by Thomas Davenport in 1835.
  2. Which country has the highest number of electric vehicles per capita?
    • China
    • Netherlands
    • Norway
    • United States
    The correct answer is Norway.
    Norway leads the world in electric vehicle adoption, with more than half of new car sales being electric or hybrid.
  3. What is the best-selling electric car of all time up to 2021?
    • Chevrolet Volt
    • Tesla Model S
    • Nissan Leaf
    • BMW i3
    The correct answer is Nissan Leaf.
    The Nissan Leaf has sold over 500,000 units worldwide since its introduction in 2010.
  4. Which automaker produced the first mass-produced electric vehicle?
    • Tesla
    • Nissan
    • Ford
    • General Motors
    The correct answer is General Motors.
    General Motors produced the EV1, the first mass-produced electric vehicle, from 1996 to 1999.


  1. Which electric car has the longest range on a single charge as of 2021?
    • Nissan Leaf
    • Audi e-Tron
    • Chevrolet Bolt
    • Tesla Model S
    The correct answer is Tesla Model S.
    The Tesla Model S Long Range Plus has an estimated range of 402 miles on a single charge.
  2. What is the most common method of charging electric vehicles?
    • DC fast charging
    • Wireless charging
    • Level 1 charging
    • Level 2 charging
    The correct answer is Level 2 charging.
    Level 2 charging uses a 240-volt AC power source and is the most common method for charging electric vehicles at home and public charging stations.
  3. What is the active component of an electric vehicle’s battery?
    • Lithium-ion
    • Zinc-air
    • Nickel-metal hydride
    • Lead-acid
    The correct answer is Lithium-ion.
    Lithium-ion batteries are the most commonly used batteries in electric vehicles due to their high energy density and long cycle life.
  4. Which electric vehicle company was founded by Elon Musk?
    • BMW
    • Chevrolet
    • Nissan
    • Tesla
    The correct answer is Tesla.
    Elon Musk is the co-founder and CEO of Tesla, Inc., which was founded in 2003.
  5. What is the primary advantage of electric vehicles over internal combustion engine vehicles?
    • Lower operating costs
    • Faster acceleration
    • Quieter operation
    • Less maintenance
    The correct answer is Lower operating costs.
    Electric vehicles have lower operating costs due to their higher energy efficiency and lower fuel and maintenance costs.
  6. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of electric vehicles?
    • Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
    • Lower operating costs
    • Increased air pollution
    • Reduced dependence on foreign oil
    The correct answer is Increased air pollution.
    Electric vehicles produce zero tailpipe emissions, which helps to reduce air pollution.
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