Basingstoke ObserverDRIVING too close to the kerb is just one of the ways which can endanger your alloy wheels if you accidentally scrape them while driving.
The car rental experts at StressFreeCarRental.com offer motorists top tips to look after their wheels and keep them looking as good as new.
A spokesperson commented: “Alloy wheels can be an expensive accessory for many cars and can cause a lot of expense and headaches if they get damaged.
At a time when everyone’s budgets are being squeezed amid the pandemic, we have come up with some useful tips to keep alloy wheels in good shape. Getting into a regular cleaning routine and driving with extra care can really help.”
Cleaning: take a bucket of hot water and throw it over the wheels to get the worst of the muck off, then use a soft sponge to get in-between the spokes and remove the stubborn dirt.
Protection: purchasing a wheel protection wax will protect the alloys and make cleaning easier. When choosing a product, make sure it’s pH neutral. It makes the dirt more likely to slide off instead of clinging to the metal.
Brake Pads generate a lot of dust and muck. This can stick to the alloys and begin to corrode the metal. Newer brake pads create less dirt, as well as the added bonus of being much safer.
Dirt building up onto your alloys can cause corrosion. Getting into the habit of once a week cleaning the wheels will ensure that they are always looking their best, as well as being able to spot any changes early and get them sorted before they begin to cost too much.
The most common alloy destroyer is the kerb. Unfortunately, there’s no way to stop this from happening, other than being more careful when driving, and avoiding going near kerbs.
