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I'm pretty sure the USA is the only country I've found these latches in, too.

• CamperBob2 2y ago
  Why do you suppose that might be? Difficulty: if you think the latches are a bad idea, back up your point with actual statistics.
  • orev 2y ago
    It’s not hard to extrapolate that it’s a safety feature in case the auto-shutoff valve malfunctions and, when the tank is full, you’d end up with a dangerous and damaging fuel spill if someone isn’t standing there monitoring it. If you can’t walk away, the risk of this goes down a lot. Also, people often start the pump and get back into the car while it fills. When it’s full, they get out of the vehicle which generates static electricity (often in winter months where it’s dry and wool or other clothing increases this) and has the risk of discharging on the handle, sparking a fire.
    • CamperBob2 2y ago
      When it’s full, they get out of the vehicle which generates static electricity (often in winter months where it’s dry and wool or other clothing increases this) and has the risk of discharging on the handle, sparking a fire. An excellent example of a point with no actual statistics behind it.
  • ghaff 2y ago
    I don't think they're a bad idea and I appreciate them on a cold morning. But I have had them not shut off on a a couple of occasions and it's certainly a good idea to keep your eye on them. They're not failsafe.