Advantages of aluminum alloy wheels

What are the advantages of aluminum alloy wheels?

Aluminum alloy wheels compared with other materials of the wheel, has a number of significant advantages, the following are the main advantages of aluminum alloy wheels:

First, fuel saving and improving fuel economy

Lightweight: Aluminum alloy wheels are much lighter than steel wheels of the same size, and the average aluminum alloy wheel is about 2 kg lighter than the steel wheel of the same size. The reduced weight of the vehicle means lower starting and acceleration resistance, which helps to reduce fuel consumption and improve fuel economy. According to research, every weight reduction in a vehicle can save fuel to a certain extent. For example, Japanese experiments have shown that 5-seater coupes For every 1kg reduction in vehicle weight, about 20L of gasoline can be saved a year.

Second, enhance vehicle performance

Improve engine life: the lightweight of aluminum alloy wheels helps to reduce the engine load, according to the engine load and power curve, the load reduction can reduce the engine failure rate, thereby extending its service life.

Good heat dissipation: the heat conduction coefficient of aluminum alloy is 3 times that of steel, so aluminum alloy wheels have better heat dissipation performance. During long-distance high-speed driving, it can effectively reduce the tire temperature, keep the brakes and tires in the appropriate temperature range, reduce the risk of aging and blowout, and improve the brake performance.

High roundness: The casting accuracy of aluminum alloy wheels is high, and the out-of-round and unbalanced weight is small, which helps to improve the smoothness of the vehicle and reduce vibration and noise.

Third, beautiful and enhance the value of the vehicle

High aesthetics: Aluminum alloy wheels have a variety of design styles and luster, color effects, can significantly improve the overall appearance and grade of the vehicle, thereby increasing the value and beauty of the vehicle.

Fourth, durability

Strong and durable: The impact resistance, tension resistance and thermal strength of aluminum alloy wheels are better than that of steel wheels, so they can maintain good performance under bad road conditions. However, it is worth noting that aluminum alloy wheels also have some shortcomings, such as high price, relatively poor impact resistance (despite their high strength, they can still deform under extreme impact), and no corrosion resistance (especially in humid environments requiring frequent maintenance). But overall, the many advantages of aluminum alloy wheels make them one of the mainstream choices for modern automobile wheels.