The portfolio of sporty alloy wheels from RIAL is about to get a new entry: ASTORGA. Its classic double-spoke look reveals a clever design variation upon second glance – the spoke pairs are arranged in a slightly asymmetrical pattern. This twist lends the wheel balanced proportions and makes it a timeless classic that is suitable for many vehicle models. ASTORGA will be available for purchase starting in Spring 2020 in the colors diamond black [...]
Soccer remains the most popular sport in Germany by a wide margin. In countless amateur leagues and youth teams, men, women, and children of all ages spend their time chasing that “round leather”, as soccer balls are colloquially known in German. Since the 1986 World Cup in Mexico, however, the official match balls have been produced from synthetic materials. Although the material of the equipment may have changed over the past decades, the massive [...]
What do Africa’s highest peak and an alloy wheel from RIAL have in common? It’s quite simple – both of them are named KIBO. Because Kibo – which means “the bright one” in Swahili and stands at 5,895 meters – is the highest of Kilimanjaro’s three volcanic cones, the identical names symbolize that the wheel design is also reaching new heights. The twenty spokes of the alloy wheel are arranged in pairs at varying [...]
If you’re in the process of choosing new alloy wheels for your vehicle, the rim width is going to play a big role. You won’t be able to simply take the first wheels that catch your eye – your wheels will need to have the approved dimensions specified in the general operating permit to ensure the safety of both you and your vehicle. Funnily enough, rim width is also commonly referred to as jaw [...]
Things to Know about Wheel Offset The wheel offset (abbreviated as ET, from the German term Einpresstiefe) determines the position of the wheel within the wheel well. The ET is thus one of the factors influencing your vehicle’s axle track. This makes it a good place to start if you’re thinking of converting your vehicle to a sportier, wider track. You should be aware, however, that a wider track will only improve road [...]
Are you considering a new set of wheel rims for your vehicle? Unfortunately, this will require a bit of regulatory know-how. Even the sleekest alloy wheel rims will only work out if qualified personnel have approved them for use on your vehicle. In Germany, a serially produced vehicle is authorized for use on the road by its general operating permit (ABE). The accompanying registration documents list all the approved wheel and tire sizes. Aluminum [...]
It was a dream come true for the 26 soccer fans who won our top prize – a whole weekend of Bundesliga action at TSG Hoffenheim with plenty of chances to rub elbows with the star players! With the slogan “Make it RIAL!”, the Fall 2019 prize draw from the well-known alloy wheel brand was all about top-notch professional soccer. And just like on the soccer pitch, the RIAL prize draw required a [...]
High-quality soccer and light alloy wheel rims – what a match! It is no secret that many soccer stars love sports cars. Likewise, fans are often interested in what their favorite players adore. RIAL is well-aware of this correlation and began sponsoring the German soccer club TSG Hoffenheim as an Official Business Team Partner with the start of the current 2019/20 season. Since 2017, RIAL has had a presence in the Bundesliga with [...]
It all starts with the desire for new alloy wheel rims. But then comes the practical question of which wheel rims fit your vehicle and have been approved for it by the authorities. The most important aid in answering this question is your vehicle registration. Since October 1, 2005, it has officially been known as the “Zulassungsbescheinigung Teil I” in Germany, though this brought only minor changes from the previous version. The corresponding “Zulassungsbescheinigung [...]
Accelerating and braking, fast curves or a pointed curb – driving places heavy mechanical demands on the wheel. Not to mention the heat stress resulting from friction and braking. A wheel must be engineered to withstand all of these strains. Modern wheels represent the state of the art and carry in them the professional expertise of many generations of engineers. Their design is fine-tuned to meet all the demands of driving while also having [...]
