Why aren t cars grounded?
Why aren t cars grounded? Primary reason would be that vehicle electrical systems ground to the body, not to earth. They're effectively useless. The role at the time was to avoid shock when touching cars since they're isolated from the earth, through the tires, and would build up static electricity, presumably through air friction.
Where is the safest place to be in a thunderstorm?
Remember the phrase, “When thunder roars, go indoors.” Find a safe, enclosed shelter when you hear thunder. Safe shelters include homes, offices, shopping centers, and hard-top vehicles with the windows rolled up. Seek shelter immediately, even if caught out in the open.