<!-- wp:reyrey-js/section {"videoSrc":"","backgroundSrc":""} --><section class="wp-block-reyrey-js-section"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/row {"template":[["reyrey-js/column",{"layout":{"s":{"colSpan":4},"m":{"colSpan":6},"l":{"colSpan":12},"xl":{"colSpan":12}}}]],"gridLayoutValue":"100"} --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/column {"layout":{"s":{"colSpan":4},"m":{"colSpan":6},"l":{"colSpan":12},"xl":{"colSpan":12}}} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-column"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"In the past decade, the market for electric vehicles (EVs) has grown. And with recent talks of climate change, fluctuating gas prices, tax incentives, and major manufacturers switching to sole EV production, there’s no doubt that EVs are a hot topic right now. But how much do you actually know about them? Test your knowledge with this quiz. Once you’ve decided on your answers, keep scrolling to see how you did, and learn more about how EVs are impacting the automotive world."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">In the past decade, the market for electric vehicles (EVs) has grown. And with recent talks of climate change, fluctuating gas prices, tax incentives, and major manufacturers switching to sole EV production, there’s no doubt that EVs are a hot topic right now. But how much do you actually know about them? Test your knowledge with this quiz. Once you’ve decided on your answers, keep scrolling to see how you did, and learn more about how EVs are impacting the automotive world.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eQuestions:\u003c/span\u003e"} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">Questions:</span></div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list {"ordered":true} --><ol class="List-Container undefined"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"When was the first EV invented?\u003col type=\u0022A\u0022\u003e\u003cli\u003e18\u003csup\u003eth\u003c/sup\u003e century\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e19\u003csup\u003eth\u003c/sup\u003e century\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e20\u003csup\u003eth\u003c/sup\u003e century\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e21\u003csup\u003est\u003c/sup\u003e century\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>When was the first EV invented?<ol type="A"><li>18<sup>th</sup> century</li><li>19<sup>th</sup> century</li><li>20<sup>th</sup> century</li><li>21<sup>st</sup> century</li></ol></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"Which company is the largest EV manufacturer?\u003col type=\u0022A\u0022\u003e\u003cli\u003eTesla\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eGeneral Motors\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLucid Motors\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFord\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>Which company is the largest EV manufacturer?<ol type="A"><li>Tesla</li><li>General Motors</li><li>Lucid Motors</li><li>Ford</li></ol></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"With the average charger, how many miles can an EV drive with just one hour of charging?\u003col type=\u0022A\u0022\u003e\u003cli\u003e10 miles\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e25 miles\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e50 miles\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e75 miles\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>With the average charger, how many miles can an EV drive with just one hour of charging?<ol type="A"><li>10 miles</li><li>25 miles</li><li>50 miles</li><li>75 miles</li></ol></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"About how much does it cost per mile to charge an EV, on average?\u003col type=\u0022A\u0022\u003e\u003cli\u003eFour cents\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e25 cents\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTwo dollars\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFive dollars\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>About how much does it cost per mile to charge an EV, on average?<ol type="A"><li>Four cents</li><li>25 cents</li><li>Two dollars</li><li>Five dollars</li></ol></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"On average, how much does an EV cost?\u003col type=\u0022A\u0022\u003e\u003cli\u003e$30,000-$40,000\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e$50,000-$60,000\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e$80,000-$90,000\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e$100,000-$150,000\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>On average, how much does an EV cost?<ol type="A"><li>$30,000-$40,000</li><li>$50,000-$60,000</li><li>$80,000-$90,000</li><li>$100,000-$150,000</li></ol></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"Which has more parts — an EV or a gas car?\u003col type=\u0022A\u0022\u003e\u003cli\u003eGas car\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eEV\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>Which has more parts — an EV or a gas car?<ol type="A"><li>Gas car</li><li>EV</li></ol></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"Which is heavier — an EV or a gas car?\u003col type=\u0022A\u0022\u003e\u003cli\u003eGas car\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eEV\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>Which is heavier — an EV or a gas car?<ol type="A"><li>Gas car</li><li>EV</li></ol></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"What percentage of Americans own an EV currently?\u003col type=\u0022A\u0022\u003e\u003cli\u003e1%\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e4%\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e10%\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e32%\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>What percentage of Americans own an EV currently?<ol type="A"><li>1%</li><li>4%</li><li>10%</li><li>32%</li></ol></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"What material is \u003cem\u003enot\u003c/em\u003e used to make EV batteries?\u003col type=\u0022A\u0022\u003e\u003cli\u003eManganese\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eCobalt\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eNickle\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eNeon\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>What material is <em>not</em> used to make EV batteries?<ol type="A"><li>Manganese</li><li>Cobalt</li><li>Nickle</li><li>Neon</li></ol></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"Which U.S. state has the most EVs?\u003col type=\u0022A\u0022\u003e\u003cli\u003eTexas\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFlorida\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eCalifornia\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOhio\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>Which U.S. state has the most EVs?<ol type="A"><li>Texas</li><li>Florida</li><li>California</li><li>Ohio</li></ol></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --></ol><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":" "} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"> </div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyact/divider --><div class="wp-block-reyact-divider"><div></div></div><!-- /wp:reyact/divider --<!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":" "} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"> </div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eAnswers:\u003c/span\u003e"} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">Answers:</span></div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list {"ordered":true} --><ol class="List-Container undefined"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eB. 19\u003csup\u003eth\u003c/sup\u003e Century\u003c/span\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">B. 19<sup>th</sup> Century</span></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --></ol><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"The first EV was invented sometime in the \u003ca href=\u0022https://www.energy.gov/articles/history-electric-car\u0022\u003e19\u003csup\u003eth\u003c/sup\u003e century\u003c/a\u003e. Several different models were developed around this time so there is speculation as to who is the official inventor of the EV."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">The first EV was invented sometime in the <a href="https://www.energy.gov/articles/history-electric-car">19<sup>th</sup&gt; century</a>. Several different models were developed around this time so there is speculation as to who is the official inventor of the EV.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list {"ordered":true} --><ol class="List-Container undefined"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eA. Tesla\u003c/span\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">A. Tesla</span></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --></ol><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"As of 2023, Tesla is the \u003ca href=\u0022https://capital.com/top-20-global-electric-vehicle-companies-ranking-te…\u0022\u003elargest EV manufacturer\u003c/a\u003e. Li Auto, a Chinese EV manufacturer is second, and Lucid Motors is number three. As more manufacturers begin to produce EVs, only time will tell where Tesla will fall on this list."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">As of 2023, Tesla is the <a href="https://capital.com/top-20-global-electric-vehicle-companies-ranking-te… EV manufacturer</a>. Li Auto, a Chinese EV manufacturer is second, and Lucid Motors is number three. As more manufacturers begin to produce EVs, only time will tell where Tesla will fall on this list.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list {"ordered":true} --><ol class="List-Container undefined"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eB. 25 miles\u003c/span\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">B. 25 miles</span></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --></ol><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"There are three types of EV \u003ca href=\u0022https://afdc.energy.gov/fuels/electricity_infrastructure.html\u0022\u003echarging levels\u003c/a\u003e: Level one, level two, and level three (or DC Fast Charging). Each of these use different connectors and levels of voltage. Level ones are typically used for charging at home, while levels two and three are usually found at public charging stations. Each level will take a different amount of time to fully charge an EV."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">There are three types of EV <a href="https://afdc.energy.gov/fuels/electricity_infrastructure.html">charging levels</a>: Level one, level two, and level three (or DC Fast Charging). Each of these use different connectors and levels of voltage. Level ones are typically used for charging at home, while levels two and three are usually found at public charging stations. Each level will take a different amount of time to fully charge an EV.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list {"ordered":true} --><ol class="List-Container undefined"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eA. Four Cents\u003c/span\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">A. Four Cents</span></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --></ol><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"It costs around \u003ca href=\u0022https://financebuzz.com/cost-to-charge-tesla\u0022\u003e4 cents a mile\u003c/a\u003e to charge a Tesla, versus costing over \u003ca href=\u0022https://news.energysage.com/tesla-charging-cost-vs-gas/\u0022\u003e10 cents a mile\u003c/a\u003e to fuel most gas cars. On average, it \u003ca href=\u0022https://news.energysage.com/tesla-charging-cost-vs-gas/\u0022\u003ecosts $15.52\u003c/a\u003e to charge a Tesla with level one or two charging. It can cost \u003ca href=\u0022https://financebuzz.com/cost-to-charge-tesla\u0022\u003eup to $26.00\u003c/a\u003e to charge a Tesla with a level three charger. With fluctuating and unpredictable gas prices, these numbers are a game-changer for EV owners."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">It costs around <a href="https://financebuzz.com/cost-to-charge-tesla">4 cents a mile</a> to charge a Tesla, versus costing over <a href="https://news.energysage.com/tesla-charging-cost-vs-gas/">10 cents a mile</a> to fuel most gas cars. On average, it <a href="https://news.energysage.com/tesla-charging-cost-vs-gas/">costs $15.52</a> to charge a Tesla with level one or two charging. It can cost <a href="https://financebuzz.com/cost-to-charge-tesla">up to $26.00</a> to charge a Tesla with a level three charger. With fluctuating and unpredictable gas prices, these numbers are a game-changer for EV owners.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list {"ordered":true} --><ol class="List-Container undefined"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eB. $50,000-$60,000\u003c/span\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">B. $50,000-$60,000</span></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --></ol><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"Though fuel costs are lower, retail prices for EVs still tend to be \u003ca href=\u0022https://caredge.com/guides/average-price-of-an-electric-car\u0022\u003emore expensive than regular cars\u003c/a\u003e, making it less of a great deal for the average driver upfront."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Though fuel costs are lower, retail prices for EVs still tend to be <a href="https://caredge.com/guides/average-price-of-an-electric-car">more expensive than regular cars</a>, making it less of a great deal for the average driver upfront.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list {"ordered":true} --><ol class="List-Container undefined"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eA. Gas Car\u003c/span\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">A. Gas Car</span></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --></ol><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"Without an engine, an \u003ca href=\u0022https://afdc.energy.gov/vehicles/electric_maintenance.html\u0022\u003eEV has far fewer parts\u003c/a\u003e than a gas car. This means that while gas cars need regular check-ups and oil changes, EVs typically require less maintenance."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Without an engine, an <a href="https://afdc.energy.gov/vehicles/electric_maintenance.html">EV has far fewer parts</a> than a gas car. This means that while gas cars need regular check-ups and oil changes, EVs typically require less maintenance.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list {"ordered":true} --><ol class="List-Container undefined"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eB. EV\u003c/span\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">B. EV</span></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --></ol><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"EVs are \u003ca href=\u0022https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/americas-new-weight-problem-electric…\u0022\u003eheavier\u003c/a\u003e than gas-powered vehicles. That’s because their batteries are heavier than gas car engines."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">EVs are <a href="https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/americas-new-weight-problem-electric…; than gas-powered vehicles. That’s because their batteries are heavier than gas car engines.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list {"ordered":true} --><ol class="List-Container undefined"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eB. 4%\u003c/span\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">B. 4%</span></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --></ol><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"According to recent data, only \u003ca href=\u0022https://news.gallup.com/poll/474095/americans-not-completely-sold-elect…\u0022\u003e4% of Americans\u003c/a\u003e own an EV currently. According to the same study, 12% are seriously considering buying an EV, 43% might consider buying one in the future, and 41% say they would not buy an EV at all."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">According to recent data, only <a href="https://news.gallup.com/poll/474095/americans-not-completely-sold-elect…% of Americans</a> own an EV currently. According to the same study, 12% are seriously considering buying an EV, 43% might consider buying one in the future, and 41% say they would not buy an EV at all.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list {"ordered":true} --><ol class="List-Container undefined"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eD. Neon\u003c/span\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">D. Neon</span></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --></ol><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"EV batteries are made of \u003ca href=\u0022https://www.nrdc.org/bio/jordan-brinn/electric-vehicle-battery-supply-c…\u0022\u003elithium, manganese, cobalt, and nickel\u003c/a\u003e. These minerals are mostly found outside of the U.S."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">EV batteries are made of <a href="https://www.nrdc.org/bio/jordan-brinn/electric-vehicle-battery-supply-c…, manganese, cobalt, and nickel</a>. These minerals are mostly found outside of the U.S.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list {"ordered":true} --><ol class="List-Container undefined"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/list-item {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eC. California\u003c/span\u003e"} --><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">C. California</span></div></li><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list-item --></ol><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/list --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"\u003ca href=\u0022https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/articles/2022-08-19/states-with…\u0022\u003eCalifornia has the most EV and hybrid vehicles per 100,000 people\u003c/a\u003e. The top ten in order are: California, Washington, Oregon, Vermont, Hawaii, Colorado, Maryland, Massachusetts, Arizona, Virginia."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/articles/2022-08-19/states-with… has the most EV and hybrid vehicles per 100,000 people</a>. The top ten in order are: California, Washington, Oregon, Vermont, Hawaii, Colorado, Maryland, Massachusetts, Arizona, Virginia.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"Whether you’re passionate about all things automotive, or new to the industry, it’s important to stay up to date on trends and know your options when purchasing a vehicle. And whether you’re pro-EV or not, there’s a place for you at Reynolds. Visit our \u003ca href=\u0022https://www.reyrey.com/company/careers\u0022\u003ecareers page\u003c/a\u003e to learn more."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Whether you’re passionate about all things automotive, or new to the industry, it’s important to stay up to date on trends and know your options when purchasing a vehicle. And whether you’re pro-EV or not, there’s a place for you at Reynolds. Visit our <a href="https://www.reyrey.com/company/careers">careers page</a> to learn more.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --></div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/column --><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/row --></section><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/section -->