The latest trend among the vehicle connoisseurs is to custom build Mag and alloy wheels or use after-market products. These are added to vehicles not only for their utility value but also for their glam quotient.Though they add certain benefits to the performance of the vehicles, the high cost incurred in using them is a down turner.
Mag wheels, as they are popularly known, can be made by either forging or casting using alloys of aluminum or magnesium. Though initially the latter was taunted for its brittleness, pitting, igniting nature and high maintenance over aluminum, the use of magnesium alloys have made it remarkably better now.
Moreover, forged magnesium wheels which are made using alloys like ZK60, AZ80 etc.have higher durability than cast or forged aluminum wheels. It is stronger due to the structural quality of the fibers and has nil chances of having manufacturing defects like cracks.
The best quality of forged magnesium wheels is that it weighs way less compared to the aluminum or steel counterparts. This gives the vehicle enhanced performance in terms of control and safety due to better responsiveness and lesser inertia, caused while turning and breaking.
Owing to its low density and better strength compared to aluminum, forged magnesium wheels help to ride the vehicle with better acceleration. The faster heat dissipating nature of magnesium alloy also makes the brake pads more durable. Its ability to absorb shock much more than aluminum makes it the best buddy of the vehicle’s suspension system.
The problem of corrosion which plagued the traditional mag wheels is not present in forged magnesium wheels thanks to the manufacturing process.The lighter weight of the wheels will increase the fuel efficiency of the vehicle especially in high speed riding.
Last but not the least; forged magnesium wheels can give a spectacular appearance to the vehicle making it look unique and special.