There are some simple ways to avoid getting shocked when leaving your car this winter. For one, you can hold on to a piece of the metal exterior before getting out of the car. Or you could spend a small amount of money on this key fob that discharges the static electricity you build up. It even has a smiley face indicator telling you when you’ re static free.

Now, there have been instances of people catching fire at gas stations because of a static spark, so this post will at least serve as a friendly reminder that cold weather brings more chances of static electricity. Remember, stay grounded.

There are some simple ways to avoid getting shocked when leaving your car this winter. For one, you can hold on to a piece of the metal exterior before getting out of the car. Or you could spend $9.99 on this key fob that discharges the static electricity you build up. It even has a smiley face indicator telling you when you’ re static free.

Now, there have been instances of people catching fire at gas stations because of a static spark, so this post will at least serve as a friendly reminder that cold weather brings more chances of static electricity. Remember, stay grounded.