Originally posted by Ghosst:
Don't worry, it's nothing major as the others have already stated. Static charges build up on the car as it moves through the dry winter air. It is a common problem with aircraft, hence those little stick-looking things on the trailing edge of the wings. They are static dischargers, or static wicks. You can buy an alternative for cars at most automotive stores, a rubber strip braided with copper wire that hangs down from the car. They look tacky, but work rather well.
I get shocked everytime I get out of my tour!
I also have the strip at the back of the car. I'm sure it touches the road all the time but I will have to double check.
The weather is a factor as mentioned above, as it is cold where I am.
My questions are, is it possible that the static charge can cause bulbs to blow or sensors to not work? Also, if the strip is touching the road, why would I be still getting the static charge?
Stephen
