How do new tires make their way onto your alloy wheels? Fall is upon us and it’s starting to get cold. That can only mean one thing: it’s time to switch to winter tires. If, on checking the tread depth of your tires from last year, you discover that a new set is needed, you will surely have a few questions. Can I use my wheel set for the coming winter? [...]
The Adventure of Van Life Campervanning and caravanning are becoming increasingly popular. There are a wide range of reasons for this, including their unique flexibility, the dream of family holidays in the countryside and the unrivaled sense of freedom. The camping options are as varied as the adventurers who choose them. Whether they are traveling with a converted transporter or purpose-built campervan, all holidaymakers have one thing in common: they are [...]
In its Climate Action Plan, Germany sets itself the goal of becoming largely climate-neutral by 2050. Aluminum plays a key role here, as the light material helps to reduce greenhouse gases. In our blog article we explain how exactly that works and what it has to do with alloy wheels. We are becoming increasingly aware of the issue of sustainability and are incorporating it into our lives and decision-making. When looking [...]
Any well maintained car should have radiant wheels. That’s why more intensive care is sometimes needed, which you can easily prepare in advance. In this article we explain what to look out for, the ideal time for cleaning wheels, and what materials are used. The right time Ideally, your wheels are regularly cleaned when you drive through the car wash or clean them at a self-service washing station. Comprehensive cleaning that [...]
Polar-silver or diamond-black, painted or polished, V-spokes or cross-spokes: the massive range of wheel options makes for endlessly individual designs. In the search for a suitable alloy wheel, the characteristics of drivers and their cars are often what determines the final choice of wheel. Elegant, sporty, or perhaps unconventional: different wheel designs make very different statements. We’re here to explain what different wheel styles are available and what qualities make the [...]
The decision has been made – it’s time to get new alloy wheels for your car. This immediately poses a few questions: Which wheels are approved for my car? Which sizes fit and where do I find the relevant information on this? It’s also not always easy to say which designs will look good on a car without seeing a specific image. Luckily, we have wheel configurators. These tools conveniently help [...]
