Whether your truck is a trusted workhorse or a slick urban ride it won’t do you proud if you don’t have the right wheels. The variety can be confusing. Powerhousewheels.com currently carries over 2,500 truck wheels. Whether you are looking for toughness or style, we guarantee we’ve got the truck wheels you need. Here’s a quick rundown on the differences to help you pick the right truck wheel:
MATERIALS MATTER
Steel was the standard material for truck wheels for years. Steel truck wheels were not only expensive but they were vulnerable to rust and corrosion. Thankfully truck wheel material has evolved from steel to alloys. Alloy wheels are made from a mixture of metals. They are lighter and resist rust and corrosion. They are the perfect choice for heavy-duty braking jobs like towing. They also provide the widest variety in truck wheels. There are two major categories of alloy truck wheels.
Forged Alloy Wheels
These wheels are made from a dense alloy that results in a durable wheel. They can be a bit more expensive than cast alloy or cast aluminum.
Cast Alloy Wheels
The low pressure casting process makes the metal more malleable. That opens the door to a world of designs. These alloys are also lightweight, which makes them excellent for speed.
If your truck stays on the road and you are more about style than durability, no worries. Powerhouse Wheels has excellent options.
WHERE YOU DRIVE
If your truck is your commuter vehicle, then think about a truck wheel smaller than your normal ride. The reduced weight of the vehicle can increase your gas mileage and save money over the life of the vehicle.
If your truck has off-roading in its future, fit it with wider truck wheels. The wider wheel accommodates a wider tire. Wider tires provide more traction. Off-roading is all about traction.
THE ROAD AHEAD
If you think a tire upgrade might be in your future, save yourself some money and grief and get the bigger wheels now. Those 15” wheels may be fine for a tire up to 35” but if you think you will want bigger tires down the road; go ahead and invest in those 17” truck wheels now.
Conversely, if your off-roading truck is returning to the street as a daily ride to work or school, think about replacing those larger wheels with smaller and more light-weight wheels. Consider moving from forged to cast wheels. You will get a smoother ride, better control, and save a bit of coin on gas mileage as well.
No matter what truck wheel you need, PowerHouse Wheels keeps you rolling. Our truck wheel fitment program ensures that you get a 100% proper fit. Got questions? We’ve got you covered. Just call or text 813-591-0551 or drop us an email at info@powerhousewheels.com.
