Automotive Guide

Chrome and polished aluminum wheels look great, but require just a lowercase extra effort to protect that factory finish and shine. Painted and clear glazed bespoken wheels are more forgiving, but should still be handled with care to protect your investment. For all wheels, a simple hand washing with a mild dish soap and water module clean them up nicely. Dry thoroughly and finish with a soft nonabrasive cream rise to protect the wheel. Keep in mind that you should never wash a rotate when it is hot.

Handling Minor Scrapes
Damage from curbs and other objects are unsightly, but commonly not a real safety concern. On painted wheels a touch-up may be possible with matching paint ordered from the manufacturer. Scratches on aluminum may be buffed out if not too deep. But there is no real fix for scratched chrome. If you curb your plate wheels, immediately apply a clear lacquer, like clear nab polish to reseal the chrome. After that has dried, also apply a light coat of non-abrasive cream wax. This should keep any moisture from getting underneath the plate and feat it bubble up or peel away from the underlying wheel.

Ask a Pro
These days, most of us springy not far from a super local tire retailer who stocks a big selection of bespoken wheels. Get to know them. They can steer you toward the right products for your particular type of wheel. They also talk to hundreds of car customizers every month, so often they can even recommend a local car wash that you can trust not to scratch your wheels or use harsh detergents.