If you want to keep your car looking pristine and clean, a scratch and scuff-free set of alloy wheels is essential. However, due to their positioning and movement, alloys are at high risk of damage. Whether you’ve bumped into the kerb, an obstruction or even a pothole, it might not take much to create noticeable imperfections. We’re going to share a few tips with you to help you keep your alloy wheels looking nice. We share everything from scratch treatments to alloy wheel protectors.
Clean Your Alloys
Your tyres and alloys will pick up plenty of dirt and debris as you drive around. Therefore, it’s pretty hard to keep them looking clean. Regular cleaning is the answer, so prepare yourself to get down on your hands and knees and scrub away at the dirt. You’ll need a soft cloth and an appropriate wheel cleaning solution. Be careful which cleaning products you use. Abrasive cloths and acidic fluids can remove the lacquer and damage the surface of your alloys.
Drive Carefully
No amount of alloy wheel protection can stand up to poor driving technique. If you’re constantly mounting the kerb, hitting potholes at speed and getting into accidents, your alloys won’t stand a chance. Improving your driving technique will not only help protect your alloys, it will also keep you and other drivers safer on the roads.
Choose High Profile Tyres
A tyre with a higher profile can serve as a bit of alloy wheel protection. Profile refers to the distance between the edge of the wheel (as you’re facing the tread) and the part where the tread touches the road. More tyre curving outwards means it has a higher profile. The protruding part of the tyre can protect your alloys. It could take more or all of the impact if you hit something.
Get Alloy Wheel Protectors
Alloy wheel protectors are the best way to prevent damage from happening. They take the impact of any damage instead of your alloys, and are easily replaced if they become damaged. These are easy to apply and effective at protecting your alloys from damage.
Get Alloy Wheel Protectors From Diamond Tyres
We supply and fit AlloyGaters, which are an effective way to protect your alloy wheels. Contact us today to get yours fitted and keep your car looking fabulous.
