Once cars started hitting the streets in volume, enthusiasts started modifying their rides just as quickly- taking a stock car and making it into your dream car is what being a gearhead is all about. And one of the easiest ways to make your car more agile, attractive, or responsive, is with aftermarket wheels from Canada Custom Autoworks.
Even if it seems like a no-brainer to upgrade your wheels, there are still some myths about aftermarket options that keep drivers from taking their whip from ‘off the lot’ to ‘out of this world’. So let’s dive into these, and break down what’s real and what’s rumour.
MYTH 1: Aftermarket Wheels Are Too Expensive or Hard to Source
Walk into any basic auto shop, and you’ll see racks of high-quality, high-performance tires- with high prices too. So depending on what you’re trying to accomplish with your mods, dismissing aftermarket options as ‘too expensive’ might be a mistake. In fact, they can end up being the cheaper option over stock wheels that require other modifications to achieve the same results.
Say you’re looking for better acceleration, handling, or braking on your ride… with stock options, you can end up tinkering with your tires, brake system, AND fuel intake just to achieve the same results from a set of great aftermarket wheels, like Black Rhino offers.
It’s also important not to buy into the hype that high-quality aftermarket wheels have to be a pain to source. If you hit up experienced professionals like Canada Custom Autoworks for your mods, they can outfit your vehicle with aftermarket options as easily as stock ones at the best price- and there’s always financing options available.
MYTH 2: Aftermarket Wheels Negatively Impact Vehicle Performance
If you’re thinking about going for aftermarket wheel options but you’re worried about ruining your fuel efficiency or wearing out your exhaust system, you’re stressing over nothing. These problems CAN happen, but they’re just as likely with stock wheels as an aftermarket brand- if they aren’t right for your vehicle specs.
This myth probably comes from the first gen of aftermarket wheels, which were heavy or bulky compared to stock options. But today’s aftermarket options available at Canada Custom Autoworks are engineered by experts (like the team at American Force!) to be just as good, if not better, than their stock counterparts.
MYTH 3: Aftermarket Wheels Aren’t Safe or Reliable
Heard horror stories about the safety limitations of aftermarket wheel options? Don’t stress, because they’re probably being blown out of proportion, because like vehicle performance, this nightmare usually stems from incorrect install or tire selection, just the same as stock options.
In reality, aftermarket manufacturers have to meet the same regulations and standards as stock suppliers, and often go above and beyond these standards with advanced materials, specialized engineering, and expert testing. Like any other project, what matters most is getting it done by a skilled professional, like the team at Canada Custom Autoworks.
Come Check Out the Selection of Aftermarket Wheels at Canada Custom Autoworks Today!
Ultimately, whether you choose stock or aftermarket wheels depends on your project goals. If stock wheels work, awesome! If you’re looking for something to take your ride to the next level of performance, appearance, and enjoyment, it’s time to talk to Canada Custom Autoworks about their badass aftermarket wheel options.