Why Aren't Cars Struck by Lightning?

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Because car tires are made of rubber, which is an insulating material, they effectively protect the car from lightning damage. Here are the detailed explanations: 1. Reasons: When a car is struck by lightning, although the current passes through the car body and tires to the ground, the Faraday cage principle of the car shell ensures the safety of the passengers inside. When high voltage is generated, according to the conditions of electrostatic equilibrium in grounded conductors, the cage acts as an equipotential body with zero internal potential difference and zero electric field. Therefore, no current passes through the interior of the cage, and people inside remain safe from electric shock. 2. Precautions: During rainy weather, visibility is reduced, so it's important to maintain a safe distance between vehicles, constantly monitor the distance to the cars in front and behind, and increase the safety margin. It's especially crucial to stay away from large vehicles, as they can block your view. Puddles that large vehicles can pass through may not be passable for smaller cars, and large vehicles can also splash water, disrupting the driving of smaller cars.