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Why do we think that rechroming bumpers takes priority over the safe and reliable operation of our vehicles? After all, chrome bumpers don’t catch fire, do they. You wouldn’t think that 12 measly volts would cause more than a spark. You’ve stuck your tongue to a nine-volt battery as a kid and no big deal, right? But to think that 12 volts can take down a whole car?