Best Wheel Brands of 2022 | MAPerformance

If you are looking for aftermarket wheels, you shouldn't settle for anything less than the best. Your machine is best complemented only when fitted with great-looking wheels that enhance performance as well. Therefore, if you want to turn heads, you have to find the best wheels on the road.

When you’re needing new wheels for the track or streets or wanting to spice up an old set with some serious style points, consider these five popular options below:

Best aftermarket wheel brands

There are many wheel brands out there, but very few wheel brands rise above the noise. The basis for our findings on this ultimate wheel guide include price, popularity among professional drivers and enthusiasts, durability, and endurance in multiple driving conditions.

Volk TE37 Saga

The TE37 (TE stands for “Touring Evolution”) is a leading-edge wheel that sets the bar for what a performance wheel should strive to be. With a forged manufacturing process using 100% aluminum blend, it's a unique wheel that is durable and heavy duty, but also weighs next to nothing. When Volk Racing was first creating the wheel, the goal was to produce a wheel that does well on the track and looks phenomenal on the streets–They nailed it.

After their first release, they quickly became popular wheels. Professional drivers and racers were obsessed and gearhead enthusiasts loved that they could install these high-performance wheels on their cars without any required additional modifications. The six-spoke design of the Volk TE37 Saga looks great on nearly every car model, and they're truly legendary as wheels come.

TE37 Diameters

• 15"
• 16"
• 17"
• 18"
• 19"
• 20"

TE37 Widths

• 7"
• 7.5"
• 8"
• 8.5"
• 9"
• 9.5"
• 10"
• 10.5"
• 11"
• 12"

TE37 Finishes

• Gunmetal
• Bronze
• Blue
• Silver
• Gray

Enkei RPF1

The Enkei RPF1–Truly one of the most legendary wheels ever produced. You can find them on everything from A to B commuters to track monsters and hobby builds, as they're a wheel that matches its looks with high-performance.

With a classic, clean six-spoke design that fits great on any model, you're sure to have an aggressive look with the highest possible performance that Enkei is known for. It's obvious that Enkei is dedicated to perfection and delivers the best in aftermarket wheels with the Enkei RPF1. We're confident you won't be disappointed when you install these wheels on your ride.

RPF1 Diameters

• 14"
• 15"
• 16"
• 17"
• 18"

RPF1 Widths

• 7"
• 7.5"
• 8"
• 8.5"
• 9"
• 9.5"
• 10"
• 10.5"

RPF1 Finishes

• Black
• Black Chrome
• Emerald Blue
• Gold
• Magenta
• Matte Blue
• Orange
• Purple
• Red
• Silver
• Victory Blue
• White

Gram Lights 57DR

Designed with strength and durability in mind, the Gram Lights 57DR is a perfect match for any person looking to increase their car's performance and appearance. Offering a slick, sporty look at a great price, it's easy to see why these wheels are seen at car meets, on track day, and widely used in the automotive performance industry.

The 57DR is a cast wheel, so it's definitely heavier than Forged wheels. That said, this wheel is meant to withstand the certain abuse from the track and matches the strength of any wheel on the market today. If you are looking for high-quality performance that doesn't break the bank, then the Gram Lights 57DR is a solid choice.

Diameter

• 15"
• 17"
• 18"
• 19"

Width

• 8"
• 8.5"
• 9"
• 9.5"
• 10.5"

Finishes

• Blue
• Bronze
• Gloss Black
• Gray Blue
• Gun Blue
• Gunmetal Blue
• Semi Gloss Black
• Silver

Titan 7 T-S5

When looking for a track-geared wheel, there are three things that come into mind: affordability, durability and performance. We've found that the Titan 7 T-S5 hits all these three points with ease. The wheel's designs are beautifully functional, perfectly nails the goal of form following function. Small, distinctive features such as their logo machined into the rims and all-aluminum valve stems finish off a solid look.

Wheel quality and designs are important and all, but let's be honest: price plays a huge role in our decision-making process when buying wheels. Don’t be fooled by people who say, “you get what you pay for” because you may just be missing out on a solid deal for track day and that car meet that’s happening next Saturday. Again, the Titan 7 wheels are affordable, durable, and made with performance in mind.

Titan 7 Diameter

• 17”
• 18”
• 19”

Titan 7 Width

• 9”
• 9.5”
• 10.5”
• 9.5”

Titan 7 Finishes

• Black
• Machine Black
• Silver
• Satin Titanium

Anovia ArtFormed Elder

The Elder has some of the most aggressive sizing options of any track-oriented wheel on the market today. The Elder's weight gets down to as low as 19.9 pounds while keeping an incredible amount of strength, durability, and endurance. These wheels are breathing new life into the world of aftermarket wheels/rims. With beautiful finishes, directional designs, and unique faces that maintain a lightweight, reliable structure you'll be hard pressed to find anywhere else.

The Anovia Elder has something called "deco directional styling," meaning there are left side and right side wheels so the spokes will always turn in the same direction in unison.

Elder Diameters

• 18"
• 19"

Elder Widths

• 8.5"
• 9.5"
• 10"
• 10.5"
• 11"

Elder Finishes

• Brushed Apollo Silver
• Raven Black

Conclusion

Wheels are like shoes. They come in an infinite range of sizes, shapes and colors that can be changed at will with a simple swap out for another set. Whether you’re shopping for track day, a car meet, or just late night city driving, nothing makes or breaks a car like a nice set of wheels.

We have popular wheels with quality rim design work at the most affordable prices. But with many different specs, it can be confusing to determine which size or color is right for you as your next impactful upgrade. We’re standing by to assist you with any questions you may have regarding all things wheels and rims. Contact our MAP experts today!