Lightweight Wheel

…wheel possible using the least amount of material. Many cast wheels are created the opposite way from a track wheel: form over function. The wheel looks good, so people want to put it on their car and dress up their ride. A track wheel is designed to provide the function of being lightweight over…

…upgrades, a set of dedicated lightweight track wheels and tires can improve your vehicle's acceleration, braking cornering, as well as visual appeal. MOTEGI RACING, a name very familiar to motorsports enthusiasts, has released a lightweight and affordable wheel for those wanting to shave pounds…

…the wheel will remain lightweight and strong. The complete MAT process has a drastic impact on the microstructure of aluminum and results in outstanding improvement of the mechanical property of the material. As wheels and tires become larger, use of the MAT process to manufacture wheels becomes…

…here before you know it! If your wheels are in poor shape, or you're just looking for lighter replacement wheels, be sure to check out the offerings from Kosei. In years past, their popular K1 Racing design has been extremely popular due to its strong, lightweight design and modest price point.…

…Using an aftermarket wheel that weighs less than your factory wheel is another easy way to increase vehicle efficiency. The best way to find a lightweight wheel is to search by your vehicle's year, make and model, then sort by weight. This will show the lightest wheels first. A few of the…

…total. If we look at a worst case scenario, we have a two pound saving per corner. Utilizing our rule again, we end up at a minimum net of 80 pounds. If you refuse to compromise the look of your GT-R but still want the added benefits of a lightweight wheel, the BBS RI is what you are looking for.

…features a cast alloy construction. Finally, I enjoy the Mustang GT Forged wheel in light grey paint developed with a lightweight fully forged construction. The fully forged construction of the Mustang GT Forged wheel will not only upgrade the appearance of your Mustang, but also increase driveline…

…Tuning Series Raijin wheel on the BMW forums. Enkei has been producing high quality wheels since the 1950s and is well known by racers and tuners. This lightweight performance wheel is hub centric for the BMW 3 Series in most sizes and offers outstanding quality. The wheel even carries a lifetime…

…the very best performance. Enkei's combination of sound structural design and high quality construction allows for a very lightweight wheel with a moderate price. Most RPF1 wheels are priced between two and three hundred dollars* and designed with racing in mind. The RPF1 does not come with a center…

…that of the consumer. When I do weigh in, I try to recommend wheels that aren't overstated, of good quality and are as purposeful as possible. For customers looking for a wheel that is durable, good looking and extremely lightweight, one of my favorite choices is Enkei's PF01. Part of the…

…expensive rolled, stamped and welded steel wheels with cast aluminum alloy wheels. Ever since the development of the original mag wheels, which actually used a magnesium alloy to reduce wheel weight on the race cars of the 1950s, lightweight wheels, where they are allowed by the rules, have been…

…wheel, however it'll knock me out of the stock autocross class (those heading to Nationals in Lincoln are no doubt relieved). A wider wheel will enhance steering response. Lighter wheels will effect braking and acceleration. With respect to function, I want a lightweight, 45mm offset wheel.…

…on lightweight aftermarket and Original Equipment wheels intended for high-performance applications. In fact, Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton and his team rely on Enkei wheels for their durability and weight savings for their race cars. While many new vehicles come equipped with Enkei wheels from…