U18AUI3201 Automotive Chassis | Assignment I

The largest auto producer in India

• Maruthi Suzuki

• Hyundai

• Mahindra

• Tata Motors

Answer explanation

Maruti Suzuki has a market share of 41.6% in India. It is also India's largest car manufacturer.

• What is the full form of ABS, a safety technology used in cars and bikes?

• • Anti Braking System

• • Anti-lock Braking System

• • Anti-lock Braking Solution

• • All lock Braking Systems

Answer explanation

ABS stands for Anti-lock Braking System, which is a safety technology used in cars and bikes. This system prevents the wheels from locking up or skidding during braking, allowing the driver to maintain steering control and reducing the risk of accidents. By rapidly pulsing the brakes on and off, ABS helps to maintain traction between the tires and the road surface, ensuring effective braking even on slippery or uneven surfaces.

Does Indian forest service officials have a particular beacons on their vehicles?

• Red

• Blue

• Yellow

• None

Answer explanation

The IFS or SFS (State Forest Service) doesn't gets beacon now, except law enforcement agencies.

Since the Supreme Court has ruled so. But yes before this they had beacons, colour depended on the various states.

Which vehicles can easily manoeuvre in various terrains?

• FWD

• RWD

Answer explanation

RWD vehicles have better handling than FWD vehicles. FWD Vehicles cannot levitate, while RWD Vehicles are capable of levitating.

RWD vehicles are more maneuverable in various terrains, while FWD vehicles are only suitable for driving on city streets.

Which enables easier to get around tight spaces and create less of a turning circle

• Shorter Wheel Base

• Longer Wheel Base

• Lower Ground Clearance

• Off-road Tyres

Answer explanation

Shorter wheelbase is better for corners, and wider track is good for corners as well. More stable owing to lesser capability in negotiating tight turns.