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Low rolling resistance tires contain less carbon black and are therefore less electrically conductive. The car will build up a static charge while driving due mainly to air resistance/friction. This charge cannot ground due to the tires so when you grab the door you complete the circuit. A trick is to touch the car with your key. The arc jumps from the key to the car and you don't feel a thing.
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