Want to improve your ride reliability - choose the right wheels

The history of the origin of the wheel goes back to the distant past. They have been used for various purposes, but the fact that driving safety depends on this part of the car is more important to us. And so the question arises, which wheels to choose for a car? A comfortable ride and normal operation of the car depend on this.

As a rule, the basic equipment of the car includes stamped rims made of high quality steel. The undeniable advantages of this option: reliability and affordable price. However, the modern industry offers more advanced options, for example, cast ones, which we will also consider.

Why disc quality matters

Manufacturers are constantly working to improve the technical characteristics of every part of the machine, including discs. This issue is especially relevant for the residents of our country. The quality of roads and streets, to put it mildly, is far from standards. As a result, the wheels are subjected to a lot of stress.

Pits and curb parking contribute to warping and even cracking. What you have to do in this regard: remove the wheels and align the discs. Such repairs take time and certain financial investments.

But there is an additional problem - after each such procedure, the quality and reliability of this part deteriorates. Better sooner than late - buy new disks, since old ones cannot be restored.

Distinctive features of disks

The question often arises as to which wheels on a car are better, whether it makes sense to change stamped models to more modern light-alloy ones. Currently, a huge number of stylish, reliable and simply beautiful wheel covers are on sale. It would seem that what a problem: they covered up an old or rusty wheel, and the car looks great. But:

1. The stamped discs are composed and assembled in two parts: the hub part and the rim. Using the method of cold stamping and spot welding, the required part is produced. If the production is handicraft, unfortunately, there are cases when the shape of the part has not quite the correct geometry and an inhomogeneous connection. On the one hand, the cost is quite low and affordable, on the other hand, during operation, there may be a problem with balancing. But to a greater extent this applies to domestic and Chinese versions. The world's leading car manufacturers use high quality steel.

   Stamped discs

2. Prefabs combine cast and forged elements.
3. Cast ones are made using a special technology from light alloys. We will consider the features below.

   Cast drive

4. Forged options: expensive and heavy, but also the most durable.

   Forged disc

The advantages and disadvantages of these parts

Having considered the peculiarities of the manufacture of these important parts, one can come to the conclusion that they have their "pros" and certain "cons". So, which wheels to choose for a car:

• Stamped discs are made of relatively low quality steel, which is an order of magnitude lower than alloyed non-ferrous alloys. They are also quite heavy. As a result, it is more difficult for the suspension to work, shock absorbers fail faster.
• At the same time, this material has its own advantage. You did not notice a large hole in the road, you drove into an open hatch. Yes, there is a good chance that the disc will bend. In this case, he takes the whole blow on himself, since he is made of plastic material. But the suspension, which is many times more expensive, will be preserved. As a result, repairs will be much cheaper.

  A bent disc is better than a damaged suspension!

The "birth" of an interesting technology took place in about 50-60 years. To make racing cars lighter, special aluminum alloys were used. This allowed to significantly reduce the weight of the car. In the future, know-how has become more widely used in the manufacture of modern cars. Including in the production of alloy wheels, various magnesium alloys are used in combination with aluminum, aluminum and silicon. Let's consider the main features and benefits:

• These parts are lightweight. This provides a smoother ride for the vehicle and makes it easier to drive.
• It is easier for the engine to spin the wheels, and the braking system to stop the movement.
• Manufacturers offer creative designs.
• The material acts as a heat sink, which prevents overheating of the brake system. Special blades also help with this.

The negative point of alloy wheels can be considered their price. As a rule, they are about twice as expensive as their steel counterparts. And this is not surprising, since expensive materials are used in the manufacture. They are short-lived, especially the problem is aggravated by violation of the decorative coating.

What to Consider

Before purchasing new discs, you should pay attention not only to the price, but also to a number of important factors:

• Diameter and width of the rim (these characteristics differ depending on the make and model).
• Part material: aluminum with magnesium or steel.
• The center diameter must not be less than the hub diameter.
• The mounting holes must fully match the machine hub.

  Choose your discs responsibly

Which brands are the most famous

Everything depends on the choice of a reliable manufacturer: durability, "fair" price and length of use:

1. "Tech Line" - guarantees many years of operation and offers a wide variety of original models.
2. "SKAD" - produces high-quality alloy wheels.
3. "Replica" - produces a wide variety of models that fully meet the factory requirements.
4. K&K is a Russian manufacturer of alloy wheels for cars that combine quality and affordable price.

You can buy all discs in the online store or Yandex.

Video on how to choose rims for a car:

Often we treat the car as a member of the family, a piece of our life, and not just a means of transportation. Therefore, we try to modernize and decorate it as much as possible, but reliability comes first. If you have a question: what are the best wheels for a car, weigh the pros and cons, take into account the price of the proposed models. But be sure to take into account the main advice: cheap options will eventually come out more expensive, since they cannot guarantee a long trouble-free car ride.