Wheel Basics

If tires are the first point of contact between you and the road, wheels are the second, and your vehicle’s performance and safety rely on your wheels operating correctly. Damage to even just one wheel can reduce your vehicle’s performance, damage your tires, and even be a safety hazard.  Although you don’t have to replace …

Summary Factory vs Aftermarket Rim and Tire Replacement When upgrading or replacing your current wheels with a set of aftermarket rims, if you’ve never done it before, you’re probably finding you have more questions than you did when you started your research.  Like, what are OEM wheels and tires, and what are aftermarket wheels and …

In the dynamic world of automotive customization, premium wheels have emerged as a hallmark of style, performance and distinction. Unlike standard factory wheels with most vehicles, premium wheels are aftermarket upgrades crafted with precision and attention to detail. They often feature innovative designs, superior materials and advanced engineering to enhance a vehicle’s aesthetic appeal and …

Wheel weights are small, precisely measured metallic or composite devices attached to your vehicle’s rims, which counterbalance irregularities in the tire-wheel assembly, ensuring smooth and balanced rotation.  While they may seem like inconspicuous components of a vehicle, wheel weights play a critical role in maintaining a smooth and balanced ride. Let’s delve into the world …

There are several components of a wheel, one of which is the rim. There are also several ways to classify wheels: lug pattern, offset, size, materials, and finish. And within finishes, there are several ways to classify those, including anodized and powder-coated, which is what this article explains.  Many people use wheel and rim interchangeably, …

If you’re a gearhead, you likely know much more about cars than the average Joe. Your friends and family probably turn to you to find out what that check engine light means or why their brakes are squeaking. But do you know everything about tires? There is more to learn about tires than size and …

If you’re looking to buy a new set of wheels or tires, you’ll need to know how to read wheel markings. Vehicle wheels (AKA rims) are not one-size-fit-all, and they have a lot of measurements that you’ll need to consider. Wheel markings are codes that might tell you the size and load rating of the …

Are you in the market for new wheels? If so, you could spend hours researching what to look for on your own. Or, you can stick with us and we’ll give you some pointers. Let’s begin with the basics. When buying new wheels for your vehicle, there are many factors to consider. In addition to …

Is it time to replace the wheels or tires on your ride? There are a couple of reasons you might want to. Let’s begin by making sure you know what we’re talking about when mentioning wheels and tires, as they are not the same. A wheel is the metal component that connects to the hub …

If you’ve seen a UTV off-roading with cool-looking wheels, you most likely have seen beadlock wheels without realizing it. If you’re looking for beadlock wheels for your vehicle, there are a few things you need to know, including whether true beadlocks are street-legal (they’re not). Just because you’ve seen the look doesn’t necessarily mean you’ve …

When you’re looking to upgrade the wheels on your vehicle, there are many factors in your decision. The first thing you need to understand is the difference between wheels and rims. Although you’ll hear people use “wheel” and “rim” synonymously, they are not technically interchangeable. Don’t worry. We can help with that: Check out our article …

Do you know the difference between a pot and a pan? The question has led to heated dinner-table debates for years, causing deep divides. Who’s right? Pots have deeper sides and pans are shallow and used to fry things with concentrated heat. But we digress.  Heated debates can also arise when discussing rims versus wheels …