| No. | Item | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | 12-volt battery | battery for accessories and start |
| 2. | accelerator | pedal that increases speed |
| 3. | air filter | filters intake air |
| 4. | alignment | wheel angle adjustment |
| 5. | alternator | engine-driven electricity generator |
| 6. | amp | unit of electrical current |
| 7. | axle | shaft connecting wheels |
| 8. | backup camera | rear-view parking camera |
| 9. | battery | stores electrical energy |
| 10. | blind spot | hard-to-see area beside car |
| 11. | Bluetooth | short-range wireless connection |
| 12. | brake | slows or stops vehicle |
| 13. | cabin filter | filters interior air |
| 14. | catalytic converter | reduces harmful exhaust gases |
| 15. | charge | put energy into battery |
| 16. | charging port | socket for charging cable |
| 17. | check engine | engine fault warning |
| 18. | coolant | fluid that removes heat |
| 19. | current | flow of electric charge |
| 20. | dashboard | panel with gauges and displays |
| 21. | dealer | authorized vehicle seller and servicer |
| 22. | differential | allows wheels different speeds |
| 23. | dipstick | tool to check oil |
| 24. | drivetrain | parts delivering power onward |
| 25. | eco mode | setting favoring efficiency |
| 26. | efficiency | useful output from energy |
| 27. | emissions | pollution released by vehicle |
| 28. | engine | gasoline power unit |
| 29. | EV mode | electric-only driving mode |
| 30. | fan | moves air for cooling |
| 31. | fuel door | cover over filler opening |
| 32. | fuel economy | distance traveled per fuel used |
| 33. | fuel gauge | shows fuel level |
| 34. | fuel injector | sprays fuel into engine |
| 35. | fuel tank | container for gasoline |
| 36. | fuse | protective electrical link |
| 37. | gas cap | cap sealing fuel tank |
| 38. | headlight | front driving light |
| 39. | horsepower | engine or motor power |
| 40. | hybrid | vehicle using engine and motor |
| 41. | idle | run without moving |
| 42. | ignition | system that starts combustion |
| 43. | immobilizer | theft-prevention starting lock |
| 44. | infotainment | media and information system |
| 45. | inspection | formal check of condition |
| 46. | inverter | converts battery power for motor |
| 47. | jump-start | start using external battery |
| 48. | key fob | remote key device |
| 49. | kilowatt | one thousand watts |
| 50. | lane assist | helps keep lane position |
| 51. | maintenance | routine care and inspection |
| 52. | mechanic | person who repairs vehicles |
| 53. | motor | electric drive unit |
| 54. | MPG | miles per gallon |
| 55. | navigation | built-in route guidance |
| 56. | neutral | gear disengaging drive power |
| 57. | OBD-II | standard diagnostic connection system |
| 58. | octane | fuel knock resistance rating |
| 59. | odometer | distance recorder |
| 60. | oil | lubricates engine parts |
| 61. | owner’s manual | book of vehicle instructions |
| 62. | parking sensor | detects nearby obstacles |
| 63. | plug-in hybrid | hybrid rechargeable from outlet |
| 64. | power steering | assisted steering system |
| 65. | powertrain | system that moves the car |
| 66. | premium | higher-octane gasoline grade |
| 67. | push-button start | engine start by button |
| 68. | radiator | cools engine coolant |
| 69. | range | distance possible before refueling |
| 70. | refuel | add fuel to the tank |
| 71. | regenerative braking | braking that recharges battery |
| 72. | regular | standard gasoline grade |
| 73. | relay | electrically controlled switch |
| 74. | shock absorber | damps suspension movement |
| 75. | short circuit | unintended electrical connection |
| 76. | spark plug | ignites fuel mixture |
| 77. | speedometer | shows vehicle speed |
| 78. | state of charge | current battery level |
| 79. | stop-start | engine shuts off at stops |
| 80. | strut | suspension support component |
| 81. | suspension | system supporting ride and handling |
| 82. | thermostat | regulates coolant temperature |
| 83. | throttle | controls engine power |
| 84. | tire | rubber covering on wheel |
| 85. | torque | turning force at wheels |
| 86. | traction battery | main battery for driving |
| 87. | transmission | sends power to wheels |
| 88. | tread | pattern on tire surface |
| 89. | trip meter | resettable distance counter |
| 90. | unleaded | gasoline without lead |
| 91. | update | install newer software version |
| 92. | USB port | socket for data or power |
| 93. | voltage | electrical pressure |
| 94. | warning light | dashboard alert indicator |
| 95. | washer fluid | liquid for cleaning glass |
| 96. | watt | unit of power |
| 97. | wheel | round part that rolls |
| 98. | windshield | front window glass |
| 99. | wiper | blade clearing windshield |
| 100. | wiring | electrical cables in vehicle |
