Explore the types of automobile wheels

Wheels are available in a variety of materials including alloy wheels, steel wheels, chrome wheels and stainless accents. There are as many designs and styles as their are taste. Colors are available, though factory wheels are most often silver or black.

I recommend: Tire Rack is a widely-known company offering discounts, custom and top of the line wheels. You can shop the online catalog or narrow your search by brand, size or vehicle information. Finish Line Wheels offers a large variety of wheels that can be purchased online for reasonable prices.

Consider factory wheels

Factory wheels are those made by the vehicle manufacturer. Aside from the wheels automobile manufacturers make for the vehicle off the line, they also usually have a line of aftermarket wheels. These wheels are likely to be the best fit for your vehicle and are less likely to void your vehicle's warranty.

I recommend: Capital Original Wheels offers factory wheels and reproductions while specializing in alloy and chrome wheels. You can order only at their site or at their eBay store. The Wheel Warehouse Inc. specializes in having a large variety of wheels in stock, including truck wheels and racing wheels. Shop by make or manufacturer for delivery in the US and Canada.

Invest in custom wheels

Custom wheels allow for the maximum level of personality and personal style. They can also allow for the maximum level of cost, but should be considered an investment. There are many custom wheel makers who specialize in design, manufacturing and installation of custom car wheels, custom truck wheels and custom SUV wheels.

I recommend: Custom Wheels Direct allows you to shop many of the top custom wheels brands, including Foose, Dub and Robby Gordon Wheels, all in one place. They also offer installation (in California), a warranty and additional services, like powder coating. American Racing offers design services and features celebrity brand names, including Boyd Coddington, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Carroll Shelby. Use this site's "carfigurator" to select your vehicle and try "virtual wheels" on your car using the computer.