4 Things You Should Know About Rims And The F150

Cars and trucks commonly offer multiple accessories. Whether you want LED lights, a new center console or a new sound system, there are a lot of options to choose from. Utah Ford F150 drivers understand that one of the most eye-catching accessories are rims. Buying a new set of rims for your car is like wearing a new pair of shoes. Yes, they look good, but they offer more benefits than you would think.

Visual Appeal

It is no secret that rims can make any car look better and many people buy rims simply for their visual appeal. Upgrading your wheels from stock hubcaps to custom rims gives your car a unique look. The Ford F150’s size gives buyers the option of choosing bigger wheel sizes, which give trucks more flash and appeal.

Weight

Depending on what type of rim you choose, switching rims can reduce the overall weight of the car or truck. Rims made out of aluminum, called alloy wheels, decrease the unsprung weight of the car. The unsprung weight is the weight that is not supported by the car’s suspension, making the vehicle vulnerable to shock transmission. Utah drivers and drivers across the nation enjoy the alloy wheels because they make it easier for the car to accelerate and can increase gas mileage, too.

Durability

The benefits of rims come from the materials that they are made out of. Some metal mixes make custom wheels stronger than typical steel wheels or stock hubcaps. The strength of the wheel can lead to better control and precision steering. Ford F150 drivers traveling through the intricate canyons of Utah can really benefit from increased handling.

Increased Value

A new set of rims, especially on a quality car or truck like the F150, can make your vehicle easier to sell. If the car is already in good condition, a nice set of rims can increase the resale value of the vehicle.

Vincent Otiede is an automotive writer. Information provided by Henry Day Ford. He writes for Fusion 360, an advertising agency in Utah. Find him on Google+.