Why do people say that its dangerous to pump gas while your vehicle is running?

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I have never turned my vehicle off while pumping gas in my life and have yet to have an issue. Especially coming from a Northern state where it gets pretty cold you see a lot of people doing the same thing. What is the potential risk or is it all just a myth?

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“everytime I load my gun I look down the barrel, and I haven’t been shot yet. Is this dangerous or just a myth that you’d get shot?”

Sorry if this seems a little rude, but why even risk it? Your engine creates an electrical charge along with just producing heat from friction, and that can ignite the fuel with the right air mixture. The cars around you are far enough away that it’s not as much a risk for you, but your own car is directly connected to your gas tank, and is open while you’re fueling.

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