EVs 101

Which was the first Mercedes-EQ model launched for sale in Malaysia?

• EQC

• EQS

• EQA

• EQG

Electric vehicle technology existed before the year 1950.

• True

• False

The most expensive component in a fully-electric car is the...

• Electric motor

• AC/DC converter

• BMS Control Unit

• Battery pack

Which of the following components can be found in an EV? (multiple answers)

• Spark plugs

• 9G-Tronic transmission

• Coolant reservoir

• Air-conditioning compressor

Which of the following statements are applicable for DC fast charging? (multiple answers)

• Can be used to charge all plug-in hybrid vehicles

• Allows most EV models to reach 80% charge in about 30 minutes

• Will take about 8 hours to charge most EV models to 100%

• Can reduce battery lifespan with continuous use

How do you calculate the charging time of an EV (from 0%-100%)?

• Battery capacity (kWh) x Electricity tariff (RM)

• Motor power output (kW) x Charging rate (kW)

• Battery capacity (kWh) ÷ Charging rate (kW)

How do you calculate the cost of charging an EV (from a home wall socket or wallbox charger)?

• Battery capacity (kWh) x Electricity tariff (RM per kW)

• Battery capacity (kWh) / Charging rate (kW)

• Battery capacity (kWh) ÷ Electricity tariff (RM per kWh)

The benefits of an EV include... (multiple answers)

• Zero tailpipe emissions

• Instant torque

• Lower scheduled maintenance costs

• Low costs of battery replacement

Which of the following electric motor types can be found in Mercedes-EQ vehicles?

• Reluctance motors

• Asynchronous (induction) motors

• Synchronous motors

Which charging port types are used in Mercedes-EQ cars in Malaysia?

• CHAdeMO

• Type 2

• GB/T

• CCS2