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Introduction
Whether you are preparing for a driving test in English, traveling abroad, or just want to expand your vocabulary, learning words related to cars, roads, and traffic is very useful.
This car vocabulary exercise will help you review and practice common words used when talking about vehicles and driving.
Let’s start with some essential terms before moving on to the exercises.
Common Car Vocabulary
Here are some key words to remember:
- Steering wheel – the round object you turn to control the direction of the car.
- Brake – a device used to stop or slow down a vehicle.
- Accelerator / Gas pedal – the pedal you press to make the car go faster.
- Seat belt – a safety strap worn across the body while driving or riding.
- Dashboard – the panel in front of the driver with controls and instruments.
- Rearview mirror – the mirror that shows what’s behind the car.
- Windscreen / Windshield – the front window of a car.
- Bonnet / Hood – the front cover of a car engine (British / American).
- Boot / Trunk – the space at the back of a car for luggage.
- Indicator / Turn signal – the light that shows you are turning left or right.
Car Vocabulary Exercises with Answers
Exercise 1: Car Vocabulary Exercise
Complete each sentence with the correct word from the box below.
Word Bank:
dashboard – traffic jam – driver’s license – speed limit – gas station – rearview mirror – flat tire – seat belt – intersection – steering wheel – pedestrian crossing – brake – accelerator – parking lot – engine – turn signal – traffic lights – windscreen – lane – highway
- Always fasten your __________ before you start driving.
- He looked in the __________ to see if any cars were behind him.
- The __________ shows important information such as fuel level and speed.
- We stopped at the __________ to fill the tank.
- There was a long __________ on the way to work this morning.
- The car wouldn’t start because there was a problem with the __________.
- She pressed the __________ to stop the car quickly.
- You can’t drive without a valid __________.
- The __________ tells drivers how fast they can legally go.
- Turn left at the next __________.
- He used the __________ to control the direction of the car.
- You need to replace that __________ before you can continue driving.
- The car in front didn’t use its __________ before turning right.
- The rain made it hard to see through the __________.
- There are many cars in the __________ behind the shopping center.
- The green light means you can go at the __________.
- Always slow down at a __________ where people are crossing.
- Keep to your __________ when driving on the motorway.
- The driver pressed the __________ to go faster.
- We took the __________ to get to the city faster.
2. rearview mirror
3. dashboard
4. gas station
5. traffic jam
6. engine
7. brake
8. driver’s license
9. speed limit
10. intersection
11. steering wheel
12. flat tire
13. turn signal
14. windscreen
15. parking lot
16. traffic lights
17. pedestrian crossing
18. lane
19. accelerator
20. highway
Exercise 2: Car Parts Vocabulary
Complete each sentence with the correct word from the box below.
Word Bank:
engine – gearbox – clutch – tyre – brake pedal – steering wheel – windscreen wiper – exhaust – headlights – bumper
- The car won’t start because the __________ is not working properly.
- She changed the __________ because it was worn out.
- You need to press the __________ to change gears in a manual car.
- The mechanic checked the __________ to make sure the car can stop safely.
- Turn on your __________ when driving at night.
- Use the __________ to clear rain from the front window.
- The car’s __________ helps reduce harmful gases released into the air.
- Don’t hit the wall! The __________ is designed to absorb shocks.
- Hold the __________ firmly while turning the car.
- The technician fixed the __________ so the car can move smoothly.
2. tyre
3. clutch
4. brake pedal
5. headlights
6. windscreen wiper
7. exhaust
8. bumper
9. steering wheel
10. gearbox
Practice Tips
- Try describing your daily trip using some of the words from this exercise.
- Watch driving tutorials or car reviews in English to hear these words in context.
- Create flashcards with pictures to memorize parts of a car more easily.
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Conclusion
The above car vocabulary exercises are perfect for ESL students who want to become more confident when talking about cars, driving, and traffic in English.
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