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Q: Which Volvo model was the only one ever delivered from the factory with a vinyl-covered steel roof?
Volvo 262 C
Q: What was Mitsubishi's last hot hatch called?
Mitsubishi Colt Ralliart Version R
Q: Was the Mercedes-Benz X-Klasse the first pick-up truck produced by the German automaker?
No
Q: Which Jaguar model was the first to feature an eight-cylinder engine since the Daimler 250?
Jaguar XK 8
Q: Which Aston Martin model was the first to feature 3D-printed parts?
Aston Martin DBR 22
Q: What was Alfa Romeo's first modern SUV called?
Alfa Romeo Sportut
Q: What was the world's first Featherweight Electric Vehicle called?
Longbow
Q: What was the first SUV to carry the Hyundai badge?
Hyundai Galloper
Q: What was Audi's first attempt at a premium compact SUV called?
Audi Q3
Q: What was Toyota's first truly collectible car?
Toyota 2000 GT
Q: Which BMW model was the first electric vehicle in Malaysia to feature an extended wheelbase?
BMW iX1 L
Q: Which Ford model was the first Australian-made vehicle to feature electronic stability control?
Ford Territory
Q: In what year was the Peugeot 604 first offered with a Diesel engine?
1979
Q: In what year did Michelin invent the first modern detachable pneumatic tire?
1891
Q: Which European car brand unveiled the Bolero, Tango and Salsa concept cars?
SEAT
Q: How do you translate "Oil filter" into Spanish?
Filtro de aceite
Q: What was the last car to officially bear the Audi brand name before production was halted in 1940 due to World War II?
Audi 920
Q: What was the only other car Nissan allowed to use the R35 GT-R engine?
Praga Bohema
Q: What is the most rebadged Suzuki model?
Suzuki Carry
Q: What was the name of Lexus' entry into the high-performance luxury sedan segment?
Lexus GS-F
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