How do I get rid of static shock when exiting my car?

Question

Everytime I get out of my vehicle I get a shock when shutting my car door. It seems to be getting worse. At first they were little annoying pops, but recently they've been getting worse - to the point my fingers will ache for several minutes.

Answer 1

The reason is when you slide across the seat the sliding action creates static. When you grab the door you discharge the static. It's really very simple. Hold onto the door all the time you're exiting the car. Since you're grounded to the door no static will build up. The key bit will work if you like little black burn marks or paint chips on your door.

Answer 2

Static Shock From Car

Answer 3

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Be aware of your clothing. Synthetic materials, such as most modern fleeces, increase the risk of static shock. Shoes are also important. For example, beach shoes with foam soles are more or less guaranteed to shock you. When you exit the car, grip the metal frame of the door for a couple of seconds before you let your feet touch the ground. The static charge is balanced when you're still seated, when you get up the charge of your clothing doesn't have the opposite charge to hold it where it is. Having your hand on the car frame when getting up lets it discharge more slowly. All you need to know is that it works. Wear an anti-static wristband, if possible. These are sold at most electronics stores. They provide a conductive path to ground. Open your door while still sitting in your car seat, reach up and rest your hand on the (outside) roof of the car before you slide/step out. Touch the glass as you exit, this will discharge any electricity as well with no shock! Use an anti-static laundry spray on your car's seats and floor. Hold a key in your hand and touch the metal door frame as you exit. It acts as a lightning rod and discharges the static without pain. Here's a simple technique: tap the door with your knuckle as you exit. Your knuckle is much less sensitive than your fingertip and you won't feel the zap. Warnings: This is actually a safety tip, as static electricity, if not discharged, has actually caused small explosions at gas pumps. You should never re-enter your car while gassing up, as this can provide more static electricity. If you must, make sure you follow the directions above to discharge the electricity before you get anywhere near the fuel pump!

Answer 4

Most of these suggestions are dumb. Why do some cars generate more static than others? I just purchased a new Kia Soul. Love the car but it does not love me. I get wacked with a arc shaped shock 90% of the time. It's really pissing me off.

Answer 5

Touch your key to the area you are getting ready to touch first. This will conduct the static to the key. Then you can touch the car without getting shocked. Use a key that does not have a plastic end.

Answer 6

The other answerer gives a valid answer.. but if you need static to go away, increase the humidity.

A hot cup of coffee each morning, or dumping a cup full of water onto the flooring of your vehicle works wonders. In the Winter months the air becomes too crisp.. shockingly so.. the humid parts have vanished to create a charge that will shock you...

Interrupting that charge with humidity will cause for less static charge and shock for you.

Answer 7

Touch the side of your car before getting in and out,your clothes could be causing static build up.,as you slide out of the seat.
They say it can be dangerous at gas pumps,especially for women because in winter they tend to get out of car,put the pump on automatic,then get back in their cars while tank is filling,sliding back of the seat,to get out and hang up the pump.Type of clothing worsens or lessen static build up.
They say to touch the side of the car,and stay outside while filling the tank.

Answer 8

NAPA sells a thing called a static strip. You attach it to the frame of your vehicle under your back bumper. It is made to drag the ground to cut down the amount of static. It really works good. We have them on all our vehicles. The only downside is someone is constantly telling you that you're dragging something. But it's definitely worth it.

Answer 9

Let try what I did: softly kick the door to lock, wear rubber gloves. Haha

Answer 10

try having a peice of metal draging any were on the bottom of your car this will keep you grounded. or just hold onto the door while getting out. both of these could help.