Hello,
Static electricity build up is a natural occurrence usually caused by friction of clothing and car seats. This phenomenon is much more common during periods of very dry weather, as static electricity is able to naturally discharge into moist air, but dry air leaves it nowhere to go.
Different seat covers and fabrics can cause a higher build up of static.
There are 3 common ways to prevent static build up.
Anti-Static spray
This can be purchased in most stores. It is sprayed onto your seat material.
It may or may not be safe for your seats so first test a small, discreet area first.
The way that anti-static sprays work is that they essentially create a barrier between the surface of the seat and your clothes.
Static Strap
This is a conductive strap which is bolted to the bottom of the vehicles chassis. It then hangs down and contacts the ground beneath the vehicle. This is a very effective way to eliminate static electricity build up but for some people it is not aesthetically pleasing.
Please find picture attached below
Anti-Static keychain
You can also buy an anti-static keychain. These devices provide a safe, painless way to discharge any static built up in your clothes before you touch your door to get out. They typically also include some kind of display or light that flashes when static electricity is discharged through it.
See picture attached below
Please let us know how you get along.
Cheers, Boris
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Wednesday, April 28th, 2021 AT 1:17 AM
