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7 Best Classic Muscle Car Rims That Look Factory-Fresh in 2025 Classic muscle car rims do more than just roll—they're the focal point that sets your ride apart from everything else on the road. The right set of wheels can completely transform your muscle car's appearance, often more than doubling its visual impact. Finding wheels that capture that authentic factory-fresh look for your 1970 Dodge Charger, 1969 Pontiac GTO, or 1968 Dodge Dart takes some serious hunting. These RWD classics [...more]

13 Best Whitewall Tires for Classic Cars in 2025 (Expert Picks) Whitewall tires served as the hallmark of automotive style from the early 1900s straight through the mid-1980s. That distinctive white rubber stripe or sidewall made classic cars unmistakable on the road. Ford first offered them as a premium option back in 1934 - you'd pay an extra $11.25, which equals about $264 in today's money. These stylish tires hit their stride in the early 1950s when nearly every luxury car rolled on t [...more]

Tuner Wheels Tested: What Pro Racers Don't Tell You About Track Performance Tuner wheels have changed track performance across the aftermarket, with over 1 million wheels and tires now in the hands of enthusiasts. Most professional racers keep quiet about one thing though—the right set can completely change how your vehicle handles, accelerates, and stops. Look past the visual appeal and you'll find custom tuner wheels pack serious customization options that boost your car's capabilities [...more]

Classic vs Modern Muscle Car Wheels: Making the Right Choice in 2025 Want to completely change how your muscle car looks? Swapping out the wheels is one of the quickest and most cost-effective ways to drastically alter how your muscle car wheels appear. Muscle cars represent far more than just transportation—they're your personal statement of power, personality, and performance. Whether you're bringing a 1969 Pontiac GTO back to life or putting your own spin on a modern muscle machine, the [...more]

Best Tires for Sports Cars: What Pro Drivers Won't Tell You Sports car tires trace their DNA straight back to professional racing circuits, where every tenth of a second counts. After years of helping customers find the perfect match for their performance vehicles, we've watched how the right high-performance tires can completely change how a sports car grips the pavement and tackles those challenging corners. These purpose-built tires deliver the kind of responsiveness that makes every dri [...more]

How to Measure Wheel Offset: A Beginner's Guide to Perfect Fitment Here's something that might surprise you: just a 5-10mm difference in wheel offset can dramatically alter your vehicle's track width. Getting wheel offset right matters more than most people realize. Sure, you want your new wheels to look great, but the real priority is keeping your vehicle safe and performing at its best. We always tell customers that staying within 5 millimeters of your original specifications is the sw [...more]

3 Piece Wheels Tested: Are They Actually Worth The Extra Money? (2025 Review) 3 piece wheels are often seen as the premium choice for automotive enthusiasts, but do they justify their hefty price tag?You'll quickly find that 3 piece forged wheels cost a lot more than their one-piece counterparts. These wheels have a modular design that separates into inner barrel, outer barrel, and center section, which gives them amazing customization options. The design has its drawbacks though. The [...more]

Racing Wheels Tested: What Pro Drivers Won't Tell You (2025 Review) Racing wheels can save you anywhere from 10% to 50% off major brands [‐1], but what exactly makes them worth the investment?The truth about performance tires & wheels goes much deeper than what professional drivers typically share with the public. You'll find entry-level options starting at just $57 for 15-inch wheels [‐1] and premium Boyd Coddington designs beginning at $129 [‐1], but racing wheels and tires of [...more]

The Ultimate Guide to Muscle Car Wheels: What Really Looks Good in 2025 Muscle car wheels make or break the look of these powerful machines. Nothing changes your ride's personality faster than swapping out the wheels. Whether you're working with a vintage 1969 Chevrolet Camaro and its thundering V8 or a modern Dodge Challenger with that retro-inspired attitude, the right wheels can completely change how your car looks and performs.We've seen just about every wheel design you can think [...more]

The Top 12 Custom Rims Worth Every Dollar in 2025Custom rims make one of the biggest differences you can see and feel on any vehicle. Right now, we're watching 22-inch and 23-inch wheels take over the market—they're showing up on everything from SUVs to performance cars and luxury sedans [17].Why are bigger wheels winning? Sure, they give your ride that aggressive stance and better road grip, but there's more to it. High-performance vehicles are switching to forged and flow-formed alloys because [...more]

Classic Elegance Meets Modern Performance: Whitewall Tires from Performance Plus Tire For over 40 years, Performance Plus Tire has been the go-to destination for automotive enthusiasts seeking to enhance their vehicles with timeless style and reliable performance. Among our most sought-after offerings are our distinctive whitewall tires, which combine vintage aesthetics with modern engineering to deliver both the classic look and reliable performance discerning d [...more]

Classic Car Wheels from Performance Plus Tire – Style Meets Performance Do you own a classic car that deserves the perfect finishing touch? Whether you're restoring a vintage Ford Mustang or upgrading your Dodge Charger’s style, there's one detail that makes all the difference – the wheels. At Performance Plus Tire, we offer an exceptional selection of classic car wheels designed to elevate your ride's aesthetics and performance. From the 1950s muscle car glory days to the [...more]

Custom Wheels and Rims for Your Car, Truck, or SUV from Performance Plus Tire Are you ready to take your car, truck, or SUV to the next level? Upgrading to custom wheels and rims is one of the easiest ways to elevate both the look and performance of your vehicle. For car enthusiasts, custom wheels aren’t just about style; they’re an expression of personality, precision, and passion for the open road. At Performance Plus Tire, we specialize in high-quality custom wheels and r [...more]

Your Complete Guide to Saving Money on Wheel and Tire Packages in 2025 Buying wheel and tire packages for cars, trucks, and SUVs stands as one of the biggest investments a vehicle owner makes. Yet three out of four owners make at least one mistake that gets pricey during the selection process. These mistakes pack a punch - the average fix costs $800, without counting any damage to the vehicle. Many buyers skip over key factors that matter most. The perfect tire package needs [...more]

The Ultimate Guide to American Racing Wheels and Rims from Performance Plus Tire American Racing has long been a name synonymous with quality and performance in the automotive industry. Since its inception in 1956, the brand has consistently delivered innovative wheel designs that cater to both racing enthusiasts and everyday drivers alike. At Performance Plus Tire, customers can find a vast selection of American Racing wheels and rims that enhance both the aesthetic appeal and per [...more]

Buying new tires can be a daunting prospect for many consumers. Unless you happen to be an auto enthusiast, you probably have only the most rudimentary knowledge of how your vehicle works. The easy solution is to head to a tire dealer and have them tell you what size rims you need. However, if you're wanting to buy custom or tricked out car rims online, you'll need to be able to figure out the size for yourself. The two easiest ways are to check the sticker plate in your car, it shou [...more]

Lowriders have been a thing almost as long as there have been cars. That slammed Chrysler 300C on 22” Forte wheels got its start decades ago in the counter-culture youth scene of southern California. This is a quick look at where lowriders have scraped their way through history. Today, the lowrider culture is wide open. Shows are accepting of old school Impalas and brand new slammed diesel pickups. The interior could be ‘70s retro shag carpet, nerdy plaid, or cutting edge carbon fiber and touch [...more]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ANIZyD1xejA Watch this Mini Cooper be wrapped When looking at the average automobile, chances are it’s going to fall into a strictly monochromatic scale. In fact, half of all cars sold in America are either Silver (23%), White (15%), or Black (12%). The rest of the automotive fleet covers much of the color spectrum, including reds, blues, browns, yellows, and even gold, what if you wanted something really crazy, like a pink car? Would you paint your car pink? [...more]

Look at this video of a color changing Bugatti - it's a Bugatti ''Vision Gran Turismo'' 8.0 W16 1500 Hp 463 Km/h.

Here's another collection of tricked out trucks, including semis, antiques and specialty trucks: Looking to trick out a Ford? Take a look at this modified Ford Explorer: If you're dreaming of modifying your truck, it might be a good idea to check out what has been done by others. No time like the present to seek out inspiration from those who have already been there, done that.

Full-size pickups have made up the single best selling vehicles in the United States for nearly four decades. That means there are a lot of trucks available to buy, new or used, and there are an absolute gargantuan amount of modifications available. Let’s cover some of the basics here, so you don’t end up on “Pimp My Truck.” Start Right First of all, you’ll need a truck, obviously. Brand preference is hotly debated, so we’ll steer clear of that for now. Just know that what you plan to do with yo [...more]