Advantages And Importance Of Alloy Wheel

This blog discusses alloy wheels, how it has become a popular option for wheel manufacturers and a favourite of customers. It has also become a must have customers from different vehicle genres.

The alloy wheel, once considered a poor option for motorsports, has become a world favourite for anyone who loves anything to do with motor vehicles. During the 1960s and 70, alloy wheels or ‘mags’ (derived from the fact that they were made from aluminium and magnesium) were not considered safe for common vehicles. This was due to the fact that aluminium, though light in weight is brittle, and technology hadn’t improved to give it strength as well as keeping it lightweight.

As technology and motorsports began to grow in size and popularity, new ways to produce aluminium were developed, making the metal stronger and at the same time maintaining its weight. Most alloy wheels are cast and few brands are forged. The ability to mould the metal and creating beautiful designs for tyres has made the wheels an important component for luxury or sport vehicles. Many companies even offer alloy wheels exclusively for some of their products.

Today, aluminium is a hot favourite for people who manufacture motor vehicles and motorsports enthusiasts. Many feel that having a larger alloy wheel is better not only for the bike but also for the atmosphere. But test by various auto magazines have indicated that having large alloy wheels reduce the fuel economy of a vehicle. It also affects the riding comfort and noise from the tyres. 

Many companies that produce super cars and sport cars are known for their love of alloy wheels. This is a trend that is seen in many countries around the world, including America, Italy, Britain, and of course, Germany. 

But that hasn’t removed the allure of the wheels from the eyes of customers. It is still considered a favourite by enthusiasts. And India is certainly no different. One of the main cities where motor vehicles are manufactured in India is Pune. The city, which in recent years has been dubbed ‘Detroit of India’, has become a haven for auto manufacturing companies. Many alloy wheel manufacturers and distributors have also come up here. Wheels other products are cast using intricately shaped castings and they weigh between 400 gms to 8.5 kgs per piece. Manufacturers make sure to do most the work in-house, from high pressure; low pressure and gravity die casting, to machining, painting and finally assembly. Only a few products like Clutch Housing, Converter Chamber, Cylinder Head Cover, Front Wheel Hubs are sent for overseas casting.

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