Vehicle Controls

What does the tachometer (rev counter) show?

South African learner's licence practice question. Difficulty: medium.

Answer: The tachometer shows engine RPM - useful for selecting the right gear in a manual.

  1. A. Speed of the vehicle
  2. B. Engine revolutions per minute (RPM) - correct
  3. C. Distance travelled
  4. D. Battery voltage

Explanation

The tachometer shows engine RPM - useful for selecting the right gear in a manual.

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