alloy wheels
Lightweight automotive circles
Alloy wheels are vehicle wheels made from aluminum or magnesium alloys rather than steel.
They're lighter, dissipate heat better, and are considered more attractive than standard steel wheels.
Most cars now come with alloy wheels as standard or optional equipment: The base model comes with steel wheels, but the sport package includes alloys.
Element thirteen
- magnesiumAlkaline earth metal
- forgedMade by smithing, or faked
- castPerformers, throw, or splint
- chromeReflective metal coating
steel · titanium · nickel · zinc · silicon · beryllium · copper · billet
Smooth, refined, accomplished
- chromeReflective metal coating
- matteNon-reflective surface finish
- glossySmooth and shiny
- brushedTouched in passing
machined · gunmetal · black · mesh · concave · deep-dish · custom · sleek
Trade in replacement parts
- customHabitual group practice
- retrofitUpdate existing equipment
- fitmentPermanently installed component
- staggeredShocked or unevenly spaced
wider · stance · modification · enhancement
Outer circular edges
- spokesRods connecting hub to rim
- hubcapsDecorative auto wheel discs
- center capWheel center cover
- lug nutsThreaded tire securers
Lacking mass or importance
- heat dissipationTransfer of warmth outward
- handlingTreatment or management
- corneringForcing into position
- brakingReducing speed deliberately
acceleration · rigidity · strength · durability · impact resistance · grip · responsiveness
Achieving equal distribution
- rotationTurning on an axis
- alignmentCorrect relative positioning
- truingCorrecting to exact form
- refinishingRestoring a worn surface
corrosion · cleaning · polishing · repair · powder coating · straightening · resealing · inspection
aluminum
Element thirteen
chrome · steel · titanium · nickel · zinc · silicon · beryllium · copper · billet · monoblock
polished
Smooth, refined, accomplished
brushed · machined · gunmetal · black · mesh · concave · deep-dish · custom · sleek · sporty
aftermarket
Trade in replacement parts
- customHabitual group practice
- retrofitUpdate existing equipment
- fitmentPermanently installed component
staggered · wider · stance · modification · enhancement
rims
Outer circular edges
- spokesRods connecting hub to rim
- hubcapsDecorative auto wheel discs
- center capWheel center cover
lug nuts · tire · bead · hub · bolt pattern · offset · lip · barrel
lightweight
Lacking mass or importance
- heat dissipationTransfer of warmth outward
- handlingTreatment or management
- corneringForcing into position
braking · acceleration · rigidity · strength · durability · impact resistance · grip · responsiveness
balancing
Achieving equal distribution
refinishing · corrosion · cleaning · polishing · repair · powder coating · straightening · resealing · inspection
- auto partsengine, brakes, tires, hood, trunk
- car featuresair conditioning, heating, seat warmers, cooled seats, lumbar support
- car partsengine, brake, seats, tires, brakes
- car stylingbody kit, custom paint, paint job, spoiler, rims
- car modsturbocharger, exhaust system, body kits, supercharger, custom exhaust
- scrap metalscrap metal, steel, iron, copper, aluminum