Sorry Boys, Only Real Alphas Can Get 100% On This Car Quiz

In 1908, Henry Ford released the first affordable automobile; the Ford Model T. With this invention, Henry Ford also optimized the process of mass production. By the end of 1924, Ford was producing more than 10,000 Model Ts every single day. Since then, America has been driving around at breakneck speeds in these four-wheeled vehicles. Over the century, more and more companies would flourish and create their own unique vehicles. While it may be easy to tell the difference between a Nissan Altima and a Chevy Impala, only real alphas know what makes a car go and an engine purr.

If every nut, bolt and screw are accounted for, it takes nearly 30,000 parts to build a fully functioning automobile. This quiz is going to test the alphas on the 50 most important car parts and what they do. It is the ABS control unit that helps cool down the car, or is does the AC compressor do that? What exactly does the driveshaft do? These automobile parts are hard for even the biggest alpha to figure out. Find out who the real alpha is by taking this quiz!

Question 1

What part of the car is this?

This incredibly important car part is in control of the breaks. They are in charge of making sure the brakes don’t lock up and skid. In fact, these are what make cars able to stop on a dime. They also calculate how quickly the wheels are rotating and adjust the pressure needed to the brakes based on that information. If this part was to break down, a bright yellow light would flash on the dashboard. What part of the car is this?

Question 2

What part of the car is this?

In the warmer summer months, it’s important to make sure this car part is working properly. Usually, this part will acquire a leak in some of the tubing. To find out if there is even the tiniest leak, a mechanic may plug in a vacuum to the vehicle to test for any holes in the tubing. If there is no hole, then there is an issue with the part itself. Sometimes the pulley end of this part will just refuse to work. What part of the car is this?

Question 3

What is the name of this incredibly important car part?

This is the part of the car that supplies all the electricity. This is used to charge the car battery, operate the radio and send power to all parts of the vehicle. Some cars will have a warning symbol on the dashboard for when the part is about to stop working. However, due to the nature of the part supplying power to the car, if the part stops suddenly the car will stall. What is the name of this incredibly important car part?

Question 4

What is the name of this car part?

This specific type of axle shaft is used to shift the power from the engine to the, typically, the front wheels. What makes these unique is that it is made to transmit the power at an angle without losing any speed. This is done through a rotational unit that is lubricated to reduce friction. It’s easy to tell when this needs to be replaced as the car will make a loud click noise as the car takes a corner. What is the name of this car part?

Question 5

What is the same of this tiny but important car part?

These small parts are used in every type of car made. They are used to connect the control arms to the suspension via the steering knuckle. The part looks and works like a human hip joint, with a ball-in-socket design to allow for a wide range of motion. If this part begins to wear, a loud clunk or rattle will come from the car whenever it hits a large bump in the road. What is the same of this tiny but important car part.

Question 6

What is this part?

This is an integral part to the cars heating and cooling system. Typically, these are a small fan that is used to force air through the HVAC system. Depending on the type of car, a single motor fan can blow both warm and cool air as determined by the driver. They resemble a hamster wheel and are usually place behind the glove box. Large vehicles can sometimes require the use of 2 or more fans to help cool or heat the back of the car. What is this part?

Question 7

What is this part?

This is an incredibly important part of the braking system. This is the part of the car that clamps down on the brake pads and rotor to stop the car. Normal use will wear them down and eventually they’ll need to be replaced. If one of these breaks, the car could leak brake fluid, which is a big issue for car owners. As they start to stop working, the car will pull to one side and wear down the pads and rotors much quicker. What is this part?

Question 8

What is this small part?

This small switch stays in constant contact with the brake pedal. As pressure is placed on the brake, slowing down the car, this makes the lights in the back of the car turn on. This small part will allow other drivers to know when the car is slowing down or coming to a complete stop. If those lights have gone out, and replacing the bulbs didn’t work, there is most likely an issue with this part. What is this small part?

Question 9

What is this part of the brake called?

This is the part of a disc brake that is the big round piece. The caliper takes squeezes the brake pads up against this part of the brake to create friction. That friction then in turn slows down the rotation of the axle and wheels until the car stops. The heat from the fiction is then dispersed across the metal surface until it cools. After a while, these parts will wear down and need to be replaced. What is this part of the brake called?

Question 10

What is the key component of the engine?

This part of the car is quite durable and doesn’t break down very often. This part is in control of making sure the engines valves open and close. This allows air and fuel to enter the engine, while removing exhaust gas. Many times, this part will have problems when there is a lack of oil in the engine. If this part needs to be replaced there is more than just this part of the engine that has been damaged. What is the key component of the engine?

Question 11

What part of the car is this?

This part of the engine informs the cars internal computer that a certain shaft is in position and ready to go. Due to the shafts ability to rotate 360-degrees, it's important for the car to know when exactly it can add fuel to the intake manifold. If the car is not connected to this part well enough the check engine light will turn on. This may cause the car to take longer to start and increase the amount gas needed to run the engine. What part of the car is this?

Question 12

What is this car part?

Only found in cars with a manual transmission, this part is necessary to make the car run. It connects the engine to the transmission. This part is made to alternate between different gears to help the car speed up, slow down and receive the correct amount of fuel into the engine. The piece is made so that it may slip from gear to gear with little impact on the car's functionality. However, due to the manual changing of the gears, it’s a lot easier for this piece to wear out over time. What is this car part?

Question 13

What is this car part?

This part is unique to each different make and model as it comes in all different shapes and sizes. This is the part of the car that connects the wheels to the axel. It is usually found between the chassis and the suspension. The wheel is typically connected via a rubber bushing to help prevent damage from the vibrations of driving on poorly paved roads. As this part breaks down, the car may begin to pull to one side and feel loose in the wheels. What is this car part?

Question 14

What is this integral part of the engine?

This part of the car is where the combustion is transformed into power. Many people are aware that the engine creates small burst of explosions to convert the raw energy into power. However, only a real alpha knows where exactly this takes place. This part of the engine rotates and pushes the pistons up and down to help with power creation. The power made from the pistons is then uses to rotate the belt and power the car. What is this integral part of the engine?

Question 15

What is this small rubber part?

While the shaft that this protects is not likely to stop working, these small parts are much more likely to wear down or come loose. They are used to keep the important oils and fluids safe inside the engine where they belong. They are typically found in the front the engine behind the main engine belt, and in the rear of the engine where the transmission connects to the engine. A loose one of these is why oil leaks out of the car. What is this small rubber part?

Question 16

What is this part of the car?

Found in most modern cars, this part of the door helps keep it from being opened while driving. It is a switch that allows for all 4 doors to lock at the same time with just the push of a button. It was first introduced in 1914, however, they weren’t available for common use until the early 1960’s. Even with this fancy part to help keep the doors closed, there is always a manual override in every car. What is this part of the car?

Question 17

What is this part?

This specific axle shaft is used to connect the rear tires to the transmission in a car that is rear-wheel drive. To some this might be known as a propeller shaft or Cardan shaft. This is the part of the car that takes the energy made in the engine and uses it to rotate the back tires. Usually, these parts are fairly durable. Most issues are caused by the u-joint or center support bearing. If something were to happen while the car was in motion, this piece would fall apart. What is this part?

Question 18

What is the name of this part?

This is basically the brain of the computer. This part of the car is an electronic computer that helps the car make sure everything is running smoothly. This computer also informs each different mechanical part of the engine of what their job is and how to run in a proper way. If there is a flaw in the engine, this is the part of the car that tells the dashboard to inform the driver. What is the name of this part?

Question 19

What is the name of these thin metal seals?

These specialized parts ensure that certain parts of the exhaust don’t leak. If there is a leak, many mechanics would check this place first. The seals of this part can wear away over time or become loose with everyday use. While they may seem unimportant at first, if these seals do leak or become loose, it can make the car sound bad. What is the name of these thin metal seals?

Question 20

What is this manual engine car part?

This is a part found only in a manual engine. It is the part of the car that assists in transmitting the energy made by the engine into the transmission. It does this through two main actions. First, its toothed ring gears help provide the power needed to start car. Second, it is the part of the engine that the clutch connects to transfer the torque energy from the engine to the transmission. What is this manual engine car part?

Question 21

What is this part?

This part of the car is essential to making it run. Typically, this can be found inside the fuel tank, or under the car’s body between the tank and the engine. This part of the car uses a small about pressure to force fuel from the tank into the engine. Many mechanics relay on an old-school method of seeing if this part has stopped. They will tap on the side of the part while attempting to start car. If the car stutters but still starts, there is most likely an issue with this piece. What is this part?

Question 22

What is the name of this very important part?

This well-known part, is typically forgotten to be put back on. What only a true alpha would know, is that having this part out of place may cause the cars check engine light to turn on. This has become such a common issue that many car manufacturers have added a special light to warn drivers that this part has come loose. This is used to contain highly flammable liquid that would be incredibly dangerous if it were to leak out.

Question 23

What is this vital part of the engine?

This part of the engine right about the cylinders on top of the cylinder block. The part goes down into the engine and forms a combustion chamber. This is also the part of the engine that allows air and fuel to pass through the cylinders and for the exhaust fumes to leave. Valves, spark plugs and fuel injectors can also be attached and mounted to the part of the car. What is this vital part of the engine?

Question 24

What is the name of these important seals?

These small sealings are incredibly important to making sure the engine stays safe and running smoothly. This helps maintain an important seal around the cylinder heads connecting pieces. If one of these many parts breaks, a lot of bad things can happen to the engine. Coolant could leak into the combustion chamber causing clouds of white smoke, or oil could leak into the coolant and turn it into a gross brown sludge. What is the name of these important seals?

Question 25

What is the name of this part that is used to cool down the engine?

This part of the car has a bad reputation of developing leaks. It is used to help cool down the engine after it’s been running for a long time. Though their name is deceiving, they convert the heat energy, not through thermal radiation, but through convection transfer. This means that this part cools the engine fluids through the process of movement. What is the name of this part that is used to cool down the engine?

Question 26

What part is this?

This is a smaller version of the radiator. This is used mainly to heat the passenger side of the car. It’s actually very close by to the blower motor. However, due to the surrounding parts, it’s typically quite hard to reach this part. A true alpha would know that this part was not working well due to a leak into the interior of the car, or by the car not being able to adequately blow very warm air into the car. What part is this?

Question 27

What part of the car is this?

This specific coil is used to help start the car. As the battery is constantly giving off low voltage energy, this part sends 1000’s of volts to the spark plugs. It is these volts that create a tiny spark and ignites the first combustion to turn the car over. With normal use, this part of the car will begin to rust and not be able to transfer the energy efficiently. This could cause the car to have issues starting. What part of the car is this?

Question 28

What is this part of the car?

This is the part of the car that the driver would insert the key of the car into. When activated, this part of the car will power all the accessories of the vehicle including the radio, power windows and especially the car battery. Specifically, this part of the car sends its energy into the starter solenoid, the engine control unit and the ignition coil. Usually, this part of the car is also connected with the starter motor. What is this part of the car?

Question 29

What is the name of this part?

This is an incredibly important part of the engine. It is the part of the engine that allows for fuel and air to mix together and then delivers it to the engine’s cylinders. For optimum performance, this part of the engine must distribute the fuel mixture evenly to each cylinder head. This part of the car is durable enough that it even serves as a mount for the carburetor, throttle body and many other parts to the engine.

Question 30

What is this part?

This is the part of the car that tracks how much air is being delivered into the intake manifold. Without this, the engine may become confused on what the fuel to air ratio should be and either supply to much air or too little. Also, over time, this important part can become dusty and lead to faulty readings from this part. Even worse, the electronics of this part can suddenly just stop working causing the check engine to turn on. What is this part?

Question 31

What is this part?

Most cars will usually have two of these parts. Their main purpose is the make sure that the engine stays connected to the body of the car. However, they also provide a thick rubber insulation to allow the passenger to not have to feel the vibrations coming from the engine. If the rubber on this part wears away, the engine will vibrate the entire car, most noticeable as it idles. What is this incredibly important part of the car?

Question 32

What is this part of the car?

Cars can be incredibly loud. This part of the car is used to help quiet things down so that the people around the car don’t have to listen to its loud purr. This part of the car is easy to rust and get holes that will cause it to stop working and making the car loud for all. Typically, this part of the car is found in the back under the body. It goes from a wide base into a smaller cylinder shape to help with noise cancellation. What is this part of the car?

Question 33

What is the name of this part?

This is the part of the car where engine oil and transmission oil go to keep cool. This may not be found in every type of car, but mainly the ones where the oil is forth coming to higher amounts of stress and heat. Sports car utilize the oil aspect of this to keep pressure contained, while most trucks and vans will use the transmission feature to make sure all the gears are staying cool. What is the name of this part?

Question 34

What is the name of this part?

This is the part of the car that allows for ease of steering. Vehicles are multiple tons of heavy metal; a true alpha would know that it wouldn’t be easy task to steer a car without this vital part. If the car becomes increasingly difficult to make turns or steer the wheel then this part is most likely out of fluid. Any alpha would easily identity this part, especially if the part as stopped working. What is this vital steering part?

Question 35

What is the small piece that measures all these different pressure areas?

These small sensors are placed in many different places around the engine. They monitor everything from oil pressure to air pressure. Any change in these pressure levels will cause the check engine to flick on. If this problem is left unchecked it could seize the engine, or worse, cause the engine to explode. These are especially important in measuring the air pressure inside a turbocharged engine. What is the small piece that measures all these different pressure areas?

Question 36

What is this part?

The name of this important part gives away the actual function of the part. They help the tires and body adjust to different bumps and dips in the road. These are mostly used to help deliver less damage to the car's internal springs. If this part stops working the springs takeover, but results in a much bumpier ride. A quick way to see if this part is giving up, push down on the bumper and see how many times the car bounces. What is this part?

Question 37

What is this part of the car?

This is the part of the starting system that provides the spark to ignite the engine’s fuel mixture. While the ignition coil provides the voltage, this is the part of the car that the voltage is forced through. These parts are very easily worn down and are replaced quite often. This due mainly to their small size and the voltage level that is passed though that causes them to erode and rust quickly. Alpha’s know to change these parts every 30,000 miles. What is this part of the car?

Question 38

What is this part of the car?

This is a large cylinder that is used to help start the car. This is basically a compact electric battery that has just enough to strength to start the car. Once the car is started by this component, the engines primary battery and alternator take over. Alpha’s can tell when this part has started to wear down due to the cars inability to start or even attempt to turn over. They come in three different types; electric, pneumatic or hydraulic. What is this part of the starting system?

Question 39

What is the name of this vital sensor?

This part is found in a lot of modern cars. It is crucial for the car’s traction control system, as it can communicate to the car’s computer which direction the wheels are facing in relation to which way the steering wheel is telling them to go. If a car begins to drift to one side of the road, but the wheel is turn in the opposite direction, that is when this sensor kicks in to save the day. What is the name of this vital sensor?

Question 40

What is the name of this part?

This small part of the car connects to the wheels to help with the amount of roll the car will face on sharp turns. It connects the left and right wheels, typically the rear, with multiple levers that are connected via a torsion spring. They greatly reduce the amount of wear and tear done to the tire and suspension when the driver takes a corner too fast or goes down a gravel road. What is the name of this part?

Question 41

What is the name of this part of the car?

This is the part of the vehicle that actually mixes the air and fuel needed for the engine to create an explosion that powers the car. While these parts have fallen out of favor with modern car designs, they are still one of the most common parts found on the engine. The amount of fuel that is sent into this part is controlled by calibrated holes found in the fuel path that are knowns as jets. What is the name of this part of the car?

Question 42

What is the name of this valve?

This a valve that is found in most turbocharged engines. This valve is important to making sure that the engine doesn’t take in too much pressure when the turbo is used. When the throttle is released suddenly this valve will open to take some of the pressure off of the engine. The air pressure is then sent back into the other end of intake manifold. Some of these are made with a trumpet-shaped end cap to amplify the noise of the turbo. What is the name of this valve?

Question 43

What is the name of this important car part?

This part of the car is responsible for collecting all the gas that is made from the mixture of the air and fuel. This part of the car then dispels the gas through the muffler. Typically, these are made of 5 parts; the manifold, the gaskets, a nut, a heat shield, and bolt for the heat shield. They are also usually made out of cast iron or stainless stain. What is the name of this important car part?

Question 44

What is the name of this flexible car part?

This part of the car is often overlooked. It is made of a flexible material that helps connect the cars rotating shaft. These are used to create a source of motion to help transfer energy from one part of the engine to another. After a while of constant use these parts will wear down and could eventually snap. This problem would cause the engine to stop working and further damage could result. What is the name of this flexible car part?

Question 45

What is the name of this part?

This small part is what the crankshaft rotates on. They are the part that makes sure the crankshaft doesn’t move out of place. This part also helps ensure that the vibrations from the combustion inside the engine doesn’t dislodge the connecting rods. The majority of engines are made with two of these that is designed to handle the bending movement created by the crankshaft, however there are some smaller engines that are made with only one of these parts. What is the name of this part?

Question 46

What is the name of this diesel engine part?

This part is found in a diesel engine. It is used to pump the diesel fuel into the engine. Usually, this complex part is connected to the crankshaft. Through a series of gears, chains and other belts, this part also makes the camshaft work. The pistons of this part rotate at half the speed of the crankshaft. This makes it perfectly timed so that the fuel is injected at the top dead center of the compression stroke. What is the name of this diesel engine part?

Question 47

What is the name of this part?

This is a vital part of the car, without it there would be nothing to drive. It is the internal metal working of the car that supports the wheels and body of the vehicle. This is a combination of the cars initial frame with at least one gear that is attached. This gear could be the engine, drive shaft, transmission, or even just eh suspension. The underbody is then built on top of this part. What is the name of this part?

Question 48

What is the name of this important car part?

This is the part of the car that helps transmit the power and energy created by the engine into torque energy for the wheels. This part of the car also helps the car switch gears depending on the speed at which the car is moving. The changing of these gears helps optimize the amount of fuel and torque needed to propel the car forward. This can come in either automatic or manual. What is the name of this important car part?

Question 49

What is the name of this part?

This part of the car is responsible for controlling how much gas is being emitted from the vehicle. It uses an oxidation and a reduction reaction to help pull out most of the harmful and toxic pollutant that are found in exhaust gas. As long as this part of the car is not in poor condition it should pass an emission test. However, this part is easily damaged by an oil leak from the engine or even coolant leaking from the hoses. What is the name of this part?

Question 50

What is the name of this vital part of the engine?

This car part is usually found in group of 4 or 6. These are typically small metal cylinders that are inside the engine. The engine creates an internal combustion, the force of which makes these parts move rapidly up and down inside the engine block. Through a series of different connecting rods, this part of the engine helps rotate the crankshaft. This then makes the wheels rotate and move the car. What is the name of this vital part of the engine?

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