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OEM Alloy Rims vs. OE Steel Wheels

Alloy Rims are the most popular OEM wheels on almost all modern cars and trucks. Factory Original alloy wheels are made from a blend of aluminum metals which make them strong and very lightweight, but are much more expensive than steel rims. They were designed to improve your vehicle's performance and handling by maximizing the ventilation of the braking system, preventing discs and pads from overheating, and having better braking. Cheap alloy rims are not corrosion resistant and can easily be damaged by road debris, conditions, and road salt during winter. Original alloy rims also improve your car's appearance by having several different designs and finishes available for you to choose from like painted, machined, polished, and chrome. Visit our blog to read more about different alloy wheel finishes.

Until recent years, steel rims were the standard factory wheels that came with most cars or trucks. Original steel rims are made of stamped or welded steel which make them durable and cheap, but very heavy. They do much better in winter season than alloy wheels and are more resistant to damages and abuse caused by road conditions. The bad thing about steel rims is not having good heat conduction, so your brakes need maintenance more frequently. OEM steel wheels are usually painted black or silver, but could also be chromed. Factory steel rims have holes or slots all around to reduce weight and have a continuous recess where the hubcap can be mounted onto it for style.

So at the end, it all comes down to what you really want. If you're looking for what's in style and popular, then alloy rims would be your choice. If you want to be able to use your car without having to worry about weather or road conditions then steel wheels are a better choice. For more information on your OEM 2004 Kia Optima Rims (or whatever wheels you have), visit our website at OriginalWheels.com or you can call us toll free at 1(800) 826-5880. Hope to hear from you soon.

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OriginalWheels.com is here for all of your wheel needs. We have everything from OE Alloy Wheels, to OEM Steel Rims, & even Original Spares. No matter what, all of our stuff is Factory Original, so you have nothing to worry about. You can either visit us at OriginalWheels.com & order your wheels online, or give us a call at 1800 826 5880 & order it over the phone. We'll talk to you soon.

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