No, there is no such thing as a universal wheel. Numerous factors come into play when deciding what wheels can go on your vehicle. Diameter and WidthTwo of the most critical factors are the wheel’s diameter and width. Every car will have a range of wheel diameter sizes of several inches that will securely and… Continue Reading Do Universal Wheels Exist?
When it comes to wheel spacers, you’ll quickly discover the majority of people have already made up their mind and have strong opinions of them. On Google, YouTube, and car forums, you will find two groups: those that claim wheel spacers are entirely safe when installed correctly and those that urge others to avoid them… Continue Reading Are Wheel Spacers Safe?
Lug nuts, also known as wheel nuts, are used to hold a wheel in place. Your vehicle can have four, five, or six lug nuts. This is dependent on the type of car you have, such as a small economy sedan, SUV, truck, or sports car. As lug nuts are engineered to hold a certain… Continue Reading Can You Drive With A Missing Lug Nut?
What Is TPMS?Tire Pressure Monitoring System or TPMS for short refers to the system that monitors your vehicle’s tire pressure. This system alerts you when any of 4 tire’s pressure drops below the manufacturer’s recommended acceptable level. TPMS was first introduced in the 1980s on ultra-luxurious European vehicles. TPMS was introduced to the US with… Continue Reading Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Explained
It should come to no surprise that BMW does not produce their own wheels and rims. The auto brand subcontracts wheel manufacturers around the globe to provide their wheels. BMW isn’t the only company doing this. All major vehicle manufacturers subcontract wheel manufacturers to act as OEM suppliers. This is done because car brands do… Continue Reading Who Manufactures BMW’s OE Wheels?
Just like your car’s paint needs protection from the elements, your wheels require protection too. There are wheel products specifically designed to protect your wheels. These products are no longer only available to car enthusiasts or wheel shops. Although there are different types, and go by different brand names, they are commonly known as wheel… Continue Reading What Is Wheel Sealant/Wax?
There are two different types of wheels: Steel and Alloy. We will go over what differentiates them apart, as well as their advantages and disadvantages. As the name implies, steel wheels are manufactured from steel. You will notice steel wheels are much simpler in appearance than alloy wheels. They generally come in minimal styles and… Continue Reading Steel Wheels VS Alloy Wheels
According to a recent report by the AAA, a third of all new cars sold in the United States are not sold with spare tires. The same report found 136 vehicle models that do not include spare tires as stand equipment. Instead, they are offered as an option for an additional charge. An estimated 30… Continue Reading A Third of New Cars Don’t Come With Spare Tires
Should you upgrade to wider wheels? This article explains the differences between a regular tire and wider tire. The size and width of your tires will directly determine how your car will handle. Dry Roads There is nothing more dry roads love than rubber. If you have the need for speed, then wider tires are… Continue Reading Are Wider Wheels Better?
Pirelli hasn’t reinvented the wheel. They have simply made it better. Pirelli combines tire performance with technology to create the world’s first smart tire. Meet Pirelli Connesso. Translated from Italian, connesso means “connected”. Instead of using the usual tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the tires come equipped with sensors built into the tire’s grooves and… Continue Reading Pirelli Connesso – The World’s First Smart Tire
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