mag wheel

Sporty car rim

A mag wheel is a lightweight automobile wheel made from magnesium alloy or, more commonly now, aluminum alloy.

The name stuck from early racing applications where magnesium's light weight improved performance.

Mag wheels typically feature a distinctive spoke pattern and are popular for both performance and aesthetics: He upgraded to chrome mag wheels.

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alloy · bolt pattern · racecar · street racing · lightweight · autocross · drag racing · tire · heat dissipation · aftermarket · corrosion resistance · casting process · polished finish · sports cars · motorcycles · skidding · muscle car · brake systems

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mag wheelsteel wheel

Solid metal vehicle wheel

hubcap · wheel cover · wire wheel · spoke wheel

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G