ELECTRIC VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY QB (Revised) - UNIT I

What is the primary need for using electric vehicles (EVs)?

• To increase fuel consumption

• To reduce air pollution and dependence on fossil fuels

• To make vehicles heavier

• To reduce vehicle cost only

Which of the following is a type of electric vehicle?

• Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle

• Steam Engine Vehicle

• Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)

• Bio-fuel Vehicle

Compared to petrol/diesel vehicles, EVs generally have:

• Higher tailpipe emissions

• Lower cost and zero emissions

• More complex engines

• Higher noise levels

What happens to an EV at the end of its life?

• It is burned completely

• It is recycled or repurposed

• It turns into a hybrid

• It becomes a petrol vehicle

Which of the following is part of EV technology?

• Gearbox

• Carburetor

• Electric Motor

• Fuel Tank

Which layout is common in EVs?

• Engine at the front and fuel tank at the rear

• In-wheel motor layout

• Rear engine with carburetor

• Front-engine with gear clutch

What kind of cables are used in EV charging systems?

• Audio cables

• Coaxial cables

• Charging cables (Type 1, Type 2, CCS)

• LAN cables

Which of the following is a key component of an EV?

• Radiator

• Starter motor

• Battery pack

• Exhaust pipe

What is the role of controls in electric vehicles?

What type of battery is most widely used in EVs today?

• Lead-acid

• Nickel-Cadmium

• Lithium-ion

• Alkaline