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Why automotive OEMs are shifting to alloy wheels
The global automotive market for alloy wheels is projected to reach $11.4 billion by 2029, according to a report from market research firm Valuates Reports. Multiple factors are supporting the growth of the alloy wheel market, including the automotive industry’s growing interest in reducing vehicle weight. With a lighter structure than traditional wheel materials, alloy wheels provide benefits in fuel efficiency while also helping drivers experience smoother acceleration and responsive steering. But that’s not all. Find out more about the trends influencing the growth of the alloy wheel market here.
Cover image: The 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ offers standard 20-inch split six-spoke alloy wheels or optional 22-inch dynamic split-spoke reverse rim alloy wheels. (Photo courtesy General Motors Company)
Cover Design by Dave Campbell.
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