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1. Which Formula 1 team rebranded as Aston Martin in 2021?
Racing Point
The Racing Point team was rebranded as Aston Martin for the 2021 Formula 1 season following Lawrence Stroll's investment in Aston Martin.
2. Which Italian car manufacturer is known for its 'Quadrifoglio' high-performance vehicles?
Alfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo's Quadrifoglio (four-leaf clover) badge has been used on their high-performance vehicles since 1923.
3. What is the minimum weight of a Formula 1 car, including the driver, as of 2024?
798 kg
As of the 2024 season, the minimum weight for a Formula 1 car, including the driver, is 798 kg (1,759 lbs).
4. What German car brand is known for its four-ring logo?
Audi
Audi's four-ring logo represents the merger of four previously independent motor vehicle manufacturers: Audi, DKW, Horch, and Wanderer.
5. Which automotive company introduced the world's first mass-produced hydrogen fuel cell vehicle?
Toyota
Toyota introduced the Mirai in 2014, becoming the world's first mass-produced hydrogen fuel cell vehicle available for sale to retail customers.
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Learn more!6. Which Formula 1 team did Nico Rosberg win his World Championship with?
Mercedes
Nico Rosberg won his only Formula 1 World Championship with Mercedes in 2016, before retiring from the sport.
7. Which driver has won the most Formula 1 World Championships?
Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher
Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher are tied for the most Formula 1 World Championships, with 7 titles each.
8. What year was the Ford Model T introduced?
1908
The Ford Model T was introduced on October 1, 1908, revolutionizing automobile production and making cars accessible to the middle class.
9. What is the name of the Formula 1 race held at Silverstone Circuit?
British Grand Prix
The British Grand Prix is held annually at Silverstone Circuit and is one of the oldest continuously staged Formula 1 races.
10. What year was the first Indianapolis 500 race held?
1911
The first Indianapolis 500 race was held on May 30, 1911, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
11. In what year was the first drive-in movie theater opened?
1933
The first drive-in movie theater opened on June 6, 1933, in Camden, New Jersey, combining America's love of cars and movies.
12. Which Swedish car manufacturer was acquired by Chinese company Geely in 2010?
Volvo
Volvo Cars was acquired by Zhejiang Geely Holding Group in 2010, marking a significant change in ownership for the Swedish automaker.
13. What German car brand is known for its 'Ultimate Driving Machine' slogan?
BMW
BMW has used the slogan 'The Ultimate Driving Machine' since 1974 in North America, emphasizing the brand's focus on performance and driving dynamics.
14. Which car is often credited as the world's first muscle car?
Pontiac GTO
The 1964 Pontiac GTO is often credited as the world's first muscle car, although there is some debate among automotive historians.
15. Which car company was the first to mass-produce a car with a V8 engine?
Cadillac
Cadillac was the first to mass-produce a car with a V8 engine in 1914, setting a new standard for smooth, powerful engines.
16. Which team did Max Verstappen drive for before joining Red Bull Racing?
Toro Rosso
Max Verstappen made his Formula 1 debut with Toro Rosso (now AlphaTauri) in 2015 before being promoted to Red Bull Racing in 2016.
17. What year was the first traffic light installed?
1868
The first traffic light was installed in London in 1868, although it was gas-operated and exploded shortly after installation.
18. What is the name of the point awarded to the driver who completes a lap in the shortest amount of time?
Fastest Lap Point
Since 2019, one championship point is awarded to the driver who sets the fastest lap in a race, provided they finish in the top 10.
19. Which circuit has hosted the most Formula 1 Grand Prix races?
Monza
The Autodromo Nazionale Monza in Italy has hosted the most Formula 1 Grand Prix races, having been on the calendar almost every year since the championship began in 1950.
20. Who is credited with inventing the first practical automobile?
Karl Benz
Karl Benz is widely credited with inventing the first practical automobile, patenting his Benz Patent-Motorwagen in 1886.
21. Which car company introduced the first turbocharged production car?
Oldsmobile
Oldsmobile introduced the first turbocharged production car, the Jetfire, in 1962.
22. What Italian sports car manufacturer is known for its 'prancing horse' logo?
Ferrari
Ferrari's iconic logo features a black prancing horse on a yellow background, which has been used since 1932.
23. What Korean car brand is known for models like the Telluride and Stinger?
Kia
Kia, part of the Hyundai Motor Group, has gained recognition for these models, with the Telluride winning several SUV of the Year awards.
24. Which car company introduced the first production car with fuel injection?
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz introduced the first production car with fuel injection, the 300SL Gullwing, in 1954.
25. Which car company introduced the first successful rotary engine in a production car?
Mazda
Mazda introduced the first successful rotary engine in a production car with the 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport.
26. What is the name of the Formula 1 race held at the Circuit of the Americas?
United States Grand Prix
The United States Grand Prix is held at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas.
27. What Italian car brand is known for its 'Trident' logo?
Maserati
Maserati's logo features a trident, inspired by the Fountain of Neptune in Bologna's Piazza Maggiore, the city where Maserati was founded in 1914.
28. Which car company introduced the first mass-produced car with a unibody construction?
Lancia
Lancia introduced the first mass-produced car with a unibody construction, the Lambda, in 1922.
29. What year was the first Porsche 911 introduced?
1963
The first Porsche 911 was introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1963, becoming one of the most iconic sports cars in history.
30. Which was the first night race to be introduced in Formula 1?
Singapore Grand Prix
The Singapore Grand Prix, first held in 2008, was the first night race in Formula 1 history. It takes place on a street circuit in Marina Bay.
31. Which Formula 1 team did Jenson Button win his World Championship with?
Brawn GP
Jenson Button won his only Formula 1 World Championship with Brawn GP in 2009, the team's only year in existence before becoming Mercedes.
32. Which team has won the most Formula 1 Constructors' Championships?
Ferrari
Ferrari has won a record 16 Formula 1 Constructors' Championships, with their first in 1961 and their most recent in 2008.
33. What Japanese car company produces the Outback and Forester models?
Subaru
Subaru is known for its all-wheel-drive vehicles, with the Outback and Forester being popular choices in their crossover SUV lineup.
34. Which American car company produces the Mustang?
Ford
The Ford Mustang was introduced in 1964 and has been in continuous production since then, becoming one of the most iconic American muscle cars.
35. What car brand produces the 911 model?
Porsche
The Porsche 911 has been in continuous production since 1963 and is one of the most recognizable sports cars in the world.
36. What German luxury car brand uses the slogan 'Vorsprung durch Technik' (Progress through Technology)?
Audi
Audi has been using the slogan 'Vorsprung durch Technik' since 1971 to emphasize its commitment to technological innovation.
37. In what year was the Volkswagen Beetle first produced?
1938
The Volkswagen Beetle, originally called the KdF-Wagen, began production in 1938 in Nazi Germany, although large-scale production didn't start until after World War II.
38. Which Japanese car manufacturer is known for the Skyline GT-R model?
Nissan
The Nissan Skyline GT-R, particularly the R32, R33, and R34 models, gained fame for their performance and appearances in video games and movies.
39. Which British luxury car manufacturer is owned by Tata Motors and produces the F-Type sports car?
Jaguar
Jaguar, along with Land Rover, was acquired by Indian company Tata Motors in 2008. The F-Type was introduced in 2013 as a successor to the iconic E-Type.
40. What is the name of the cockpit protection device introduced in Formula 1 in 2018?
Halo
The Halo is a titanium structure that sits above the car's cockpit to protect the driver's head from large objects and debris.
41. What is the name of the track safety system introduced in Formula 1 in 1993?
Safety Car
The Safety Car was officially introduced in Formula 1 in 1993 to improve safety during dangerous on-track situations.
42. What is the name of the Formula 1 race held at the Yas Marina Circuit?
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is held annually at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
43. Which Formula 1 driver is known as 'El Plan'?
Fernando Alonso
'El Plan' became associated with Fernando Alonso during his return to Formula 1 with Alpine in 2021, referring to his ambition to return to competitiveness.
44. Which car company produced the first turbocharged Formula 1 car to win a race?
Renault
Renault produced the first turbocharged Formula 1 car to win a race when Jean-Pierre Jabouille drove the Renault RS10 to victory at the 1979 French Grand Prix, marking the beginning of the turbo era in F1.
45. What year did Tesla Motors release its first car, the Roadster?
2008
Tesla Motors released its first car, the Roadster, in 2008, marking the beginning of modern electric sports cars.
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Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has been owned by BMW since 1998 and is famous for its Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament, which has adorned their cars since 1911.
47. Which Formula 1 team uses power units supplied by Honda as of 2024?
Red Bull Racing
As of 2024, Red Bull Racing uses power units supplied by Honda, although they are branded as Red Bull Powertrains.
48. Which French car manufacturer produces the 208 and 3008 models?
Peugeot
Peugeot, one of the oldest car manufacturers in the world, produces these popular models among others in its lineup.
49. Which Formula 1 driver holds the record for the most pole positions?
Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton holds the record for the most pole positions in Formula 1, with over 100 pole positions as of 2024.
50. Which Japanese car manufacturer is known for the Miata (MX-5) roadster?
Mazda
The Mazda MX-5, also known as Miata in North America, was introduced in 1989 and has become the best-selling two-seat convertible sports car in history.
51. What is the name of the Formula 1 race held at the Baku City Circuit?
Azerbaijan Grand Prix
The Azerbaijan Grand Prix is held annually at the Baku City Circuit in Baku, Azerbaijan.
52. Which Formula 1 team did Sebastian Vettel win his four World Championships with?
Red Bull Racing
Sebastian Vettel won four consecutive Formula 1 World Championships with Red Bull Racing from 2010 to 2013.
53. Which car manufacturer produces the Corvette?
Chevrolet
The Chevrolet Corvette has been in production since 1953 and is often referred to as 'America's Sports Car'.
54. In what year was the first NASCAR race held?
1948
The first NASCAR-sanctioned race was held on February 15, 1948, in Daytona Beach.
55. Which car company was the first to offer seat belts as standard equipment?
Nash
Nash Motors was the first American car manufacturer to offer seat belts as standard equipment in 1949.
56. What was the first car to break the 100 mph (161 km/h) speed barrier?
Napier 60 HP
The Napier 60 HP, driven by Arthur Macdonald, became the first car to break the 100 mph speed barrier in 1905.
57. What is the name of the trophy awarded to the winning driver in Formula 1?
FIA World Drivers' Championship Trophy
The FIA World Drivers' Championship Trophy is awarded annually to the winner of the Formula 1 World Drivers' Championship.
58. What year did Toyota surpass General Motors as the world's largest automaker by sales?
2008
Toyota surpassed General Motors as the world's largest automaker by sales in 2008, ending GM's 77-year reign at the top.
59. Which car company introduced the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle?
Toyota
Toyota introduced the Prius in Japan in 1997, making it the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle in the world.
60. Which team did Lewis Hamilton drive for before joining Mercedes?
McLaren
Lewis Hamilton drove for McLaren from 2007 to 2012 before joining Mercedes in 2013.
61. What British car manufacturer is known for producing the DB series, including the famous DB5 used in James Bond films?
Aston Martin
Aston Martin's DB5 gained worldwide fame through its appearances in James Bond films, starting with 'Goldfinger' in 1964.
62. In what year did Volvo introduce the three-point seat belt?
1959
Volvo introduced the modern three-point seat belt as standard equipment in 1959, significantly improving automotive safety.
63. Which car manufacturer introduced the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle, the Prius, in 1997?
Toyota
Toyota launched the Prius in Japan in 1997, making it the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle. It was introduced worldwide in 2000.
64. What was the first car company to implement a moving assembly line?
Ford
Ford Motor Company implemented the first moving assembly line for the mass production of automobiles in 1913, significantly reducing production time.
65. Which Formula 1 driver holds the record for the most Grand Prix victories?
Lewis Hamilton
As of 2024, Lewis Hamilton holds the record for the most Grand Prix victories in Formula 1, with over 100 wins.
66. What is the name of the Formula 1 race held at Suzuka Circuit in Japan?
Japanese Grand Prix
The Japanese Grand Prix is held annually at the Suzuka Circuit, known for its unique figure-eight layout.
67. Which American electric car company produces the Model S, Model 3, Model X, and Model Y?
Tesla
Tesla, founded in 2003, has become a leader in electric vehicle production with these four main models in its lineup.
68. Which car company first introduced power steering?
Chrysler
Chrysler introduced the first commercially available power steering system on the 1951 Chrysler Imperial, calling it 'Hydraguide'.
69. Which car company introduced the first automatic transmission?
General Motors
General Motors introduced the first fully automatic transmission, the Hydra-Matic, in 1940 Oldsmobile models.
70. What year did Henry Ford introduce the $5 workday?
1914
Henry Ford introduced the $5 workday in 1914, more than doubling the average worker's wage and revolutionizing labor practices.
71. What year was the first Formula One World Championship held?
1950
The first Formula One World Championship was held in 1950, with Giuseppe Farina winning the inaugural title.
72. Who was the first Formula 1 driver to win the World Championship posthumously?
Jochen Rindt
Austrian driver Jochen Rindt became the only driver in Formula 1 history to be awarded the World Championship posthumously in 1970, after a fatal crash at the Italian Grand Prix.
73. Which Formula 1 driver has the nickname 'The Iceman'?
Kimi Räikkönen
Kimi Räikkönen, the 2007 World Champion, is known as 'The Iceman' due to his cool demeanor and Finnish nationality.