One of the biggest modifications you can do to your vehicle is upgrading its wheels and tires. Wheels and tires affect many variables for performance and handling.
Wheels
A new set of wheels on a car with good fitment can be a huge benefit to how it looks and performs. Most aftermarket wheels are designed to look better than stock wheels and also be lighter in design. The reduced weight impacts the way the car feels on the road and in some cases race car drivers see a difference in lap times and durability.
Low Pressure Cast (Usually Aluminum)
- Pros
- Low Price
- Cons
- Heavy
- Durability
- Limited Sizing (Wheel Size, Offset)
Rotary Forged Wheel
- Pros
- Weight Less
- Rotational Mass (Aligns better)
- Built to Spec With Car
- Cons
- Higher Pricing
Fully Forged Monoblock
- Pros
- Light Weight
- Extremely Durable
- Rotational Mass
- Unique Designs
- Custom Built to Spec
- Cons
- Premium Wheel Costs
Multi Piece Wheels
- Pros
- Fully Customizable to Specifications
- Replaceable Parts
Did I say custom? You will be the only one with your variation of that wheel!
- Cons
- Premium Wheel Costs
- Must Know Exact Sizing to Order
Tires
A good set of tires can make or break a cars performance when it comes to handling, grip, and ride. It is a good idea to know what type of tire you need for your vehicle and for the proper driving conditions. Whether you are on the track, in the snow, or just daily driving on the highway there are different tires for each scenario and each type differs.
All-Season
- Pros
- Comfort
- Highway Handling
- Reliable Weather Handling (Dry, Hot, Snow, Cold, Wet)
- Cost
- Cons
- Not a “Performance” Tire
- Won’t Be Able to Handle Extreme Conditions
Summer
- Pros
- Geared for Performance
- Wet and Dry Conditions
- Responsive Handling and Grip (Dry Conditions)
- Cons
- Not An All-Season Tire
- Poor Performance in Winter/Cold
Winter
- Pros
- Best Possible Tire for Weather Under 45 Degrees
- Different Options (Studded/ Non-studded)
- Great In Ice, Snow and Harsh Conditions
- Cons
- Bad Traction in Summer
- Studs May be Illegal
- Expensive
Touring
- Pros
- Reliable
- Responsive Handling
- Higher Speed Rating
- Built For Performance Vehicles
- Cons
- Higher Price
- Extreme Conditions
Track and Competition
- Pros
- Pinnacle of Performance
- Constant Contact With Road (Dry Conditions)
- Competition Based
- Durable
- Cons
- Not an All-Season Tire
- Expensive
- Not Legal for Daily Driving
- Traction Loss in Wet Conditions
- Short Term Tire
