Looking for an inexpensive way to transform your car’s appearance? Consider coloring the letters on your tire sidewalls! Not only will it freshen up your car’s appearance, but it’ll also separate your car from the pack with a unique high-performance look. All this project requires is about $20 and a few hours of your time. Supplies You’ll Need To Get … Read More
How To Protect Brand New Rims
After buying new rims, it’s a good idea to protect your investment so they last as long as possible. As shiny and gorgeous as your brand new rims may look right now, they can get dirty and banged up after a short time. That’s why prevention is key! Rims aren’t cheap, but protecting them is. The Best Way To Protect … Read More
Can You Refinish Alloy Wheels?
If you’ve got a set of scratched up alloy wheels, we have good news for you: You can absolutely refinish your wheels. However, before you begin, you should know that a) it’s not easy and b) there are other options available besides refinishing. Here’s what you need to know. Fixing Curbed Or Scratched Alloy Wheels – You Have Options If … Read More
3 Easy Curb Rash Fixes For Black Alloy Rims
Not all curb damage is the same. If you have chrome wheels (like these), for example, your wheel repair process is different than if you have standard silver aluminum alloy wheels. Likewise, if you have black rims (either matte or glossy finish), your options for repairing curb damage (aka curb rash) are different. Black rims tend to be more forgiving … Read More
How Has The Wheel Evolved? A Brief History
“The guy who invented the first wheel was an idiot. The guy who invented the other three, he was a genius.” Sid Caesar The wheel. History says this invention became a people mover around 3200 B.C. On those ancient chariots, the cart was usually the focus of decoration and detail – the wheels were simply functional. Although the basic … Read More
The One Thing This Amazing Custom GT-R Needs
Rated as 5/5 on Motor Trend and 9.5/10 on Kelley Blue Book, the 2014 Nissan GT-R has what it takes to keep up with a Lamborghini, Ferrari, or McLaren. In other words, get a Nissan GT-R if you can’t afford a Lambo. If you think this AWD supercar that pumps out 545 horsepower couldn’t ever beat an exotic high-performance car, … Read More
5 Ways To Repair Your Chrome Rims
A shiny set of chrome wheels will turn heads on the street, but it comes with a drawback: chrome rims are difficult and expensive to repair. Unfortunately, because chrome rims are plated rather than painted, repairs are expensive and complex. Often times, it’s cheaper to replace a damaged chrome rim than it is to try and refinish and re-plate it. … Read More
10 Pro Tips To Keep Your Car Feeling Brand New For Weeks
Love that euphoric feeling of driving a brand new car? Well, you can extend it over weeks with the following tips: 1. Treat Your Car To A Full Exterior Detail And A Coat Of Wax. Most car dealerships will provide a free basic detail service when you buy a brand new car from them. Don’t call it a day when … Read More
5 Good Reasons To Avoid Wheel Repair Kits
A wheel repair kit may seem like a quick and easy DIY solution, but even the best kit on the market can lead to a botched job. An experienced professional may pull off a flawless repair with one of these things, but for regular folks, tackling an expensive set of wheels with a cheap repair kit is a big gamble. … Read More
Curb Rash Wheel Repair Costs – What To Expect
Whether you’ve misjudged your space to parallel park or bumped a curb to avoid hitting something else, your wheel may have suffered curb rash. Once you’ve given the damage a quick visual inspection, you’ll want to plan your next moves. If one of your wheels has scraped a curb and suffered damage, here’s what to expect. First, Check For Possible … Read More