BY JERRY TSAI
The right set of wheels can not only define your ride’s looks, but they can greatly improve driving performance as well. Lighter wheels decrease unsprung weight, which means greater fuel savings and longer range. Stronger wheels can shrug off the abuse that off-road terrain dishes out that many factory rollers just weren’t designed for. Smart engineering produces wheels that protect the tire bead for increased safety. Here’s a selection of timeless favorites as well as a few of the latest wheels from top makers that can really enhance your ride in more ways than one. Which set do you have your eye on?