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Where real-world experience meets expert tire and wheel advice. Get fitment tips, off-road and classic car know-how, and the latest tire tests—direct from our shop to your screen.

Meet Our Writers:
  • Hank Feldman — Founder & hot rod expert, sharing classic car knowledge, restoration tips, and vintage wheel insights. See profile
  • Dennis Feldman — Vice President & custom fitment specialist, writing about performance wheels, off-road setups, and tire tech. See profile

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Are US Mags Wheels Good? What Nobody Tells You About Quality & Style

Are US Mags Wheels Good?
Posted Oct-01-25 at 5:34 PM By Hank Feldman
Discover why US Mags wheels remain a top choice for muscle car enthusiasts. From aluminum construction to classic designs, learn what sets them apart.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Alloy Wheels , Classic Car Wheels , Classic Cars , Custom Cars , Custom Wheels , Muscle Car Wheels , Muscle Cars , Reviews , Rims , wheels/rims

Are Mickey Thompson Wheels Good? Surprising Quality Test Results

Are Mickey Thompson Wheels Good?
Posted Oct-01-25 at 4:55 PM By Dennis Feldman
Mickey Thompson wheels tested over 5,000 miles. American-made quality, extreme off-road performance, and iconic design. See why pros trust them.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Custom Wheels , Off-Road , Off-Road Wheels , Purchasing Wheels , Reviews , Rims , Truck Rims , Trucks , wheels/rims

Are Foose Wheels Good Quality? I Tested 6 Models For 12 Months

Are Foose Wheels Good Quality?
Posted Oct-01-25 at 3:07 PM By Hank Feldman
Real 12-month test of 6 Foose wheel models reveals chrome issues at 6 months, but CF8 & Legend excel. Get the truth before you buy.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Car Rims , Car Wheels , Cars , Chrome Wheels , Classic Car Wheels , Classic Cars , Custom Cars , Custom Wheels , Muscle Car Wheels , Muscle Cars , Purchasing Wheels , Reviews , Rims , wheels/rims

Are Moto Metal Wheels Any Good? Real Testing vs Popular Brands

Are Moto Metal Wheels Any Good?
Posted Sep-30-25 at 4:02 PM By Dennis Feldman
Moto Metal wheels tested head-to-head against Fuel and Black Rhino. Real durability results, performance data, and expert picks for your truck.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Alloy Wheels , Custom Wheels , Off-Road , Off-Road Wheels , Reviews , Rims , Truck Rims , Trucks , wheels/rims

Who manufactures Cragar wheels? The Truth Behind America's Classic Wheel Brand

Who manufactures Cragar wheels?
Posted Sep-30-25 at 3:30 PM By Hank Feldman
Discover who makes Cragar wheels today and the incredible story behind America's most iconic S/S wheel design from 1964 to present.

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Posted in: Car Wheels , Cars , Classic Car Wheels , Classic Cars , Custom Cars , Custom Wheels , Muscle Car Wheels , Muscle Cars , Purchasing Wheels , wheels/rims

Who makes the XD series wheels? What 15 Years of Off-Road Experience Revealed

Who makes the XD series wheels?
Posted Sep-30-25 at 2:47 PM By Dennis Feldman
Discover who makes XD Series wheels. From KMC's founding to Wheel Pros ownership, learn about American manufacturing, racing heritage, and proven performance.

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Posted in: Off-Road , Off-Road Wheels , Purchasing Wheels , Truck Rims , wheels/rims

Is Konig a Good Wheel Brand? What Car Enthusiasts Won't Tell You

Is Konig a Good Wheel Brand?
Posted Sep-30-25 at 1:48 PM By Hank Feldman
Konig wheels deliver real performance without premium prices. Flow-forming tech, track-tested durability, and honest value—here's what matters.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Alloy Wheels , Car Wheels , Performance , Purchasing Wheels , Rims , wheels/rims

Are Enkei Wheels Good? Honest Review After 20,000 Miles (2025 Test)

Are Enkei Wheels Good?
Posted Sep-29-25 at 7:42 PM By Dennis Feldman
Are Enkei wheels worth it? We tested them for 20,000 miles. Real performance data, durability results, and honest pricing analysis from our shop.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Car Wheels , Cars , Custom Wheels , Rims , wheels/rims

Is Black Rhino a good wheel brand? An Off-Road Expert's Honest Take

Is Black Rhino a good wheel brand?
Posted Sep-29-25 at 6:54 PM By Hank Feldman
Black Rhino wheels deliver proven off-road durability with style. Our expert review covers real performance, build quality, and whether they're worth your money.

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Posted in: ATV Wheels , Off-Road Wheels , Purchasing Wheels , Reviews , Rims , Truck Rims , Trucks , UTV Wheels , wheels/rims

Are Weld wheels any good? The Surprising Truth for Racing & Street Use

Are Weld wheels any good?
Posted Sep-29-25 at 6:29 PM By Dennis Feldman
Discover if Weld wheels deliver real performance or just hype. We break down racing heritage, street reliability, and critical limitations before you buy.

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Posted in: Alloy Wheels , Auto Racing , Car Rims , Car Wheels , Purchasing Wheels , Reviews , Rims , wheels/rims

Is American Racing A Good Wheel Brand? Surprising Quality Test Results

Is American Racing A Good Wheel Brand?
Posted Sep-29-25 at 5:52 PM By Hank Feldman
American Racing wheels tested: 60+ years of heritage meet modern performance. Real results on quality, durability, and value. Worth your money?

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Posted in: 2-Piece Wheels , 3-Piece Wheels , Aftermarket , Car Wheels , Chrome Wheels , Classic Car Wheels , Classic Cars , Muscle Car Wheels , Purchasing Wheels , Reviews , wheels/rims

Are Nokian Tires Good? Hidden Pros and Cons From a Tire Expert

Are Nokian Tires Good?
Posted Sep-28-25 at 5:11 PM By Dennis Feldman
Nokian tires deliver exceptional winter performance with 8.7/10 rating, but premium pricing and limited dealer network may impact your decision. Expert analysis reveals the truth.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Purchasing Tires , Reviews , SUV Tires , Tire Review , Tires , Touring Tires

Are Accelera Tires Good? Budget-Friendly or Just Cheap?

Are Accelera Tires Good?
Posted Sep-28-25 at 4:35 PM By Hank Feldman
Discover if Accelera tires deliver real value at 40% less cost than premium brands. Complete review of performance, durability, and best models for your needs.

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Posted in: Car Tires , EV Tires , Tire Review , Tires

Are Laufenn Tires Good? The Hidden Truth About These Budget Tires

Are Laufenn Tires Good?
Posted Sep-28-25 at 4:08 PM By Dennis Feldman
Discover if Laufenn tires deliver real value or just cut corners. Hankook-owned brand offers 60,000-mile durability at budget prices. Get the truth.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Cars , EV Tires , SUV Tires , Technology , Tire materials , Tire Review , Tires , Touring Tires

Are Fullway tires a good tire? Truth After 12,000 Miles (2025 Test)

Are Fullway tires a good tire?
Posted Sep-28-25 at 3:31 PM By Hank Feldman
Fullway tires cost half the price of premium brands. After 12,000 miles of testing, discover if they deliver real value for daily drivers.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Cars , Purchasing Tires , Tire Review , Tires

Is Nitto a good brand of tires? Yes, Awesome Inovation and Performance

Is Nitto a good brand of tires?
Posted Sep-27-25 at 4:08 PM By Dennis Feldman
Discover why Nitto stands out as a premium tire brand with exceptional durability, innovative engineering, and proven real-world performance.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Cars , Muscle Cars , Nitto Tires , Off-Road Tires , Purchasing Tires , SUV Tires , Technology , Tire Review , Tires

Is Milestar a good tire? Hidden Gem or Just Another Budget Option?

Is Milestar a good tire?
Posted Sep-27-25 at 3:34 PM By Hank Feldman
Discover if Milestar tires deliver real value with our comprehensive review. From budget-friendly pricing to real-world performance testing results.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Cars , Off-Road , Off-Road Tires , Reviews , SUV Tires , Technology , Tire materials , Tire Review , Tires , Touring Tires

Does Starfire make a good tire? Cooper's Budget Brand Put to the Test

Does Starfire make a good tire?
Posted Sep-27-25 at 3:07 PM By Dennis Feldman
Starfire tires deliver reliable performance at $56.80+ with 50,000-mile warranty. Cooper's budget brand proves quality doesn't require premium pricing.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Purchasing Tires , Tire materials , Tire Review , Tires

Are General Tires considered good tires? Real Tests Show Surprising Durability

Are General Tires considered good tires?
Posted Sep-27-25 at 2:23 PM By Hank Feldman
General Tires deliver exceptional durability and value. Consumer Reports ranked Altimax RT43 #1, beating Michelin. Get 50,000+ miles at mid-range prices.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Off-Road Tires , SUV Tires , Technology , Tire materials , Tire Review , Tires , Touring Tires

Are Uniroyal tires any good? The Truth About Their Budget-Friendly Range

Are Uniroyal tires any good?
Posted Sep-26-25 at 5:02 PM By Dennis Feldman
Uniroyal tires deliver solid wet-weather performance and 75,000-mile warranties at budget prices. Discover if these 130-year veteran tires are worth your money.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Cars , Purchasing Tires , Reviews , Tire Review , Tires

Are Venom Power Tires Good? Budget Brand or Hidden Gem?

Are Venom Power Tires Good?
Posted Sep-26-25 at 4:28 PM By Hank Feldman
Venom Power tires deliver solid performance at budget prices. Discover if these American-established tires offer genuine value or just another cheap alternative.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Off-Road Tires , Purchasing Tires , Reviews , Tire Review , Tires

Are Kenda tires any good? Budget-Friendly or Budget-Mistake?

Are Kenda tires any good?
Posted Sep-26-25 at 3:52 PM By Dennis Feldman
Discover if Kenda tires deliver budget-friendly value or budget mistakes. Expert review of quality, performance, and best models for your vehicle.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Off-Road Tires , Tire Review , Tires , Trucks

Is Falken a good tire brand? Budget Price, Premium Performance? (Tested 2025)

Is Falken a good tire brand?
Posted Sep-26-25 at 3:18 PM By Hank Feldman
Discover if Falken tires deliver premium performance at budget prices. Our 2025 testing reveals wet grip, durability, and value compared to Michelin & Goodyear.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Purchasing Tires , Reviews , Tire Review , Tires

Are Atturo Tires Good or Bad? The Hidden Truth About These Budget Tires

Are Atturo Tires Good or Bad?
Posted Sep-25-25 at 5:38 PM By Hank Feldman
Discover if Atturo tires deliver real value or just low prices. Expert review reveals performance ratings, durability, and best models for your budget.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Off-Road , Off-Road Tires , Performance , Purchasing Tires , SUV Tires , Technology , Tire Review , Tires , Trucks

Is Maxxis a Good Tire Brand? Real Tests Show Surprising Results

Is Maxxis a Good Tire Brand?
Posted Sep-25-25 at 5:08 PM By Dennis Feldman
Real-world testing reveals Maxxis tires deliver premium performance at budget prices. Discover why smart drivers choose Maxxis over expensive alternatives.

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Posted in: Car Tires , Off-Road Tires , Purchasing Tires , Reviews , Tire materials , Tire Review , Tires
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