Customizing Your Car Tastefully

Cruising around in our car has become an American past time over the decades.  Part of what makes driving in the U.S. so great is the ability to drive almost anywhere on proper roads.  They say the journey is half the fun and when it comes to driving through the beauty of this country it’s definitely more than half the fun, especially if you’re in a sported out car.  A lot of people want to improve their car, but aren’t sure where to begin, and others make a mess of it by going overboard.  So today let’s go over some simple ways to make your car sportier while being realistic.  Before we jump to that though, let’s keep a few things in mind; the best upgrades to make for your car are ones that will help you with handling and fuel efficiency down the road.  These are the upgrades that will help pay for themselves.

·         Time to roll onto some new wheels.  Upgrading to racing wheels will reduce the weight of your car and can reduce the un-sprung weight which helps improve handling.  There is a whole selection of American racing wheels available today.  One of our favorites are the new Helo style, but remember, 

       it’s all about matching the right wheels to your car.  Pick something that doesn't look gaudy.

·         Next up is your roof and hood.  Removing your old roof and hood and installing a high quality carbon fiber one will reduce the weight of your car.  Reducing the weight of your car provides a whole bushel of benefits.  Your car will get better fuel economy, handle corners better and accelerate faster. 

·         Invest in high quality tires.  Tires are the one part of your car interacting with the road and they are going to determine how your car handles when it rains, snows or anything else.  Quality tires mean you’ll have better braking, handling and acceleration.  It also makes your car safer; always remember to keep them inflated as well.

·         Replace your factory exhaust pipe, but don’t be ridiculous about it.  Too many people install exhaust pipes that make you heard from a mile away, which is entirely unnecessary.  A quality kit will improve the air flow and give you a little extra power to boot.  Just remember, to find one that keeps the decibel level reasonable – the neighbors will appreciate it.

New Wheel Styles From American Racing!

In January, American Racing debuted 53 new styles for their 8 wheel lines for 2012. New models will be available in the XD Series line, Motegi Racing Line, American Racing, American Racing Custom Shop, KMC line, Lorenzo Line, Moto Metal Line, and the Helo Line. 

Among the new styles is the legendary Torq Thrust II wheel. It is being transformed with a brilliant Chrome (PVD) finish.

This timeless wheel has been produced for many years in a polished aluminum finish, and will soon be available in a PVD finish. (PVD), which stands for Physical Vapor Deposition, is an environmentally friendly vacuum coating process that provides brilliant and durable finishes that are nearly identical to the appearance of Chrome, at a much cheaper price. The Torq Thrust PVD will be available in sizes ranging from 14" to 17" diameter.

A brand new wheel is making its way into the American Racing lineup this year, the AR896. This wheel will be available in a standard chrome finish also dark silver with a machined face. The wheel will be available in sizes ranging from 15" to 18" in diameter.

Moto Metal will also be adding a new style to their collection with the MO962. This wheel has a classic "deep dish" styling with a modern twist. This wheel will be available in a brilliant chrome finish, and a glossy black finish with polished rivet accents. This wheel will be available for most truck fitments with sizes ranging from 18" to 22" inches in diameter.

Motegi Racing is also expanding their lineup with the new MR120 style. This wheel will be available in a matte black finish and a silver finish. The MR120 will be available in sizes ranging from 17" to 20" in diameter. 

  

Be sure to check out the entire collection of new wheels from these and other brands online at TiresByWeb.com! 

Customization is King

Quality tire companies like Helo Wheels and others allow auto enthusiasts to customize their rides resulting in the exact look they want to roll out onto the road with. Customizing your tires and rims is a surefire way to add personality and performance to your vehicle. Auto enthusiasts try to up the ante where they can and get the most out of each part of the vehicle that they customize, so why would the customization of tires by any different?

Buying tires or rims individually is one way of customizing, but it is recommended to buy the tires or the rims together in order to have the same features on each corner of your vehicle at the same time. If you were buying Helo Wheels or Eagle Wheels, for example, you wouldn't want to install two rims at one time and then two more rims another time. Ideally, you would want the life of each rim to be the same so there was an equal amount of stress on each of them. This is even more important if performance is a priority for you and your vehicle.

So whether you are searching for winter tires, performance tires, Eagle Wheels or another brand, we have a great inventory. Specifically, our extensive inventory includes all tire types, rim sizes from 12 inches to 26 inches, and top brands like Helo Wheels. Stop by the site and let us solve your tire and rim needs.