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Take our EV quiz

Here at bp charge, we know there's a lot to learn about owning and driving an EV. We want to help everyone become more EV savvy, so why not test your knowledge with our quiz?

 

Once you've answered the questions, click on the drop down under each question to view the answer! 

Range is the distance your EV can travel before needing to recharge. 
Yes. Cabin heating, phone charging, and audio can use up power, reducing overall range. If you're low on charge, turning off extras can help.
All EVs are automatic, so you don’t need to change gears.
Yes, EV chargers are waterproof, so rain won’t be a problem.
The charger type and connector. Know before you go with the bp charge app.
Yes, charging up to 80% can help keep your battery in good condition. Find out more in four factors that impact charging power.
No, your EV also uses regenerative braking to recover energy while driving. It’s hard to believe, but there’s actually a reason to be happy about stop-start traffic.
Yes, EVs have fewer components than ICE vehicles, so there’s less to maintain.
The battery is a great place to start. Check its condition and expected lifespan.
According to the EECA by the end of 2023, there were over 100,000 battery electric and plug-in hybrid cars registered on New Zealand roads.
The EECA defines three public charging categories: journey charging, destination charging, residential on-street charging.
Check your vehicle’s manual for specific instructions on using an adapter.
Yes, your vehicle’s charging capacity dictates how much power it can accept from a charger.
kWh measures how much energy a battery can store.
Most people use AC chargers at home or work.
DC charging is usually faster than AC.
Your EV charges at different speeds depending on battery level, temperature, and charger type.
A charging curve refers to an EV charging at different speeds during a single charging session. Find out more about charging factors.
Plan your route in advance so you know where you can charge.
It can slow down charging.
Yes, cold weather can reduce how much charge your battery gets from regenerative braking.
The EECA’s data suggest most drivers use public charging for long weekends or holiday trips whist travelling a longer distance.
Yes, high temperatures can slow charging.
Yes, if many EVs charge at the same time, charging speeds may be reduced to balance power across the grid.
The 19th century. The first EV was built in 1828 in Hungary, but there’s some debate about who made it.
It’s fine to leave, but it’s best to return before your car is fully charged so others can use the charger.
Yes, pay as you go customers will need to download the bp charge app and create an account. The app allows you to find, save, and check real time charger availability. Once you have a bp charge account, you can order an RFID card under Account > Key Fob > Order.

Where did you rank?

27 – 25 points: EV Pro
24 – 22 points: EV Expert
21 – 18 points: EV Live Wire
17 – 13 points: EV Switched On
12 – 8 points: EV Charge Needed
7 – 3 points: EV Brakes On
0 – 2 points: EV Learner

We hope you learned a thing or two. If you still feel like you've got a few knowledge gaps, take a look at some of our other articles and remember we're always here to help.