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Rims: What to Consider When Upgrading
Rims, or wheels, are among the most commonly upgraded portions of any vehicle, and often the first modification anyone makes to his/her car, truck, or SUV. The reason for this is simple: rims are easy to replace and yet new ones make for dramatic changes in the overall appearance of just about any vehicle. If you're looking to make big change on your car that's also easy enough for a rather novice upgrade enthusiast to complete, take out those lug nuts and make an informed decision on what type of new wheels you want for your car based on the categorical information below.
Rim Color
Color is perhaps the most obvious change someone can make to his or her car's wheels. Many generic passenger cars come with a grey or off-silver matte color for their rims, and these colors don't really do anything to 'pop.' Popular rim looks include chrome-colored rims, glossy silver rims, and bold, black rims. Black rims, in particular, make for a unique look that works really well on modified cars. Aftermarket rims are available in a variety of colors, from red to blue and just about anything in-between, so if you're really seeking out a custom color, you can probably find it on the market for you to install.
Rim Size
Color is certainly not the only change a car enthusiast can make to the color of his/her car's rims. In fact, many owners replace the wheels to get different sizes, and don't even consider color in making their choice. Smaller rim sizes will allow a car, truck, or SUV to sit far closer to the ground. For those who don't like low-sitting cars, larger rims can counteract that and raise a vehicle higher off the ground for greater clearance. You'll have to check what size rims are compatible with the make/model/year of your vehicle, but once you know, you can certainly adapt your car to utilize aftermarket wheels of a different size.
Spokes
Beyond the size and color of the wheels, the actual designs of the rims themselves are critical to consider. Some owners prefer large spokes that are few in number, for a bulkier, sturdier appearance. Others much prefer rims with very high spoke counts, particularly when chrome-colored, as the reflection of sunlight off these plentiful spokes makes for an illuminating look while driving. It all really comes down to personal preference. Just be sure to check and see if a certain spoke count or overall rim design will clash with the look of the vehicle as a whole before confirming that's the set of replacements you want to use.
