Car wheel accessories improve the safety, durability, and performance of your tires and rims. From hubcaps to inflators, here's an overview of the most useful accessories.
1. Accessories for Safety and Maintenance of Wheels
Manometers and Pressure Instruments
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Digital Tire Pressure Gauge : Measures pressure accurately, ensuring even wear and safer driving.
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Portable Air Compressor : Allows you to quickly inflate tires, useful for emergencies and regular maintenance.
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Manual or electric pump : Alternative to compressors for inflating tires anywhere.
Tire Repair
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Tubeless Tire Repair Kit : Includes sealing strips to repair punctures without removing the wheel.
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Inflate and repair can : Spray sealant that allows you to temporarily repair a punctured tire.
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Hydraulic jack or lift : Useful for safely lifting the car and changing a wheel.
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Torque wrench or cross wrench : Necessary for loosening or tightening wheel nuts to the correct torque.
2. Aesthetic and Protective Accessories for Wheels and Rims
Wheel covers and hubcaps
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Universal wheel covers : They personalize the aesthetics of the wheels and protect steel rims from dust and scratches.
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Custom hubcaps : These are applied to the central part of the rim to improve its aesthetic appearance.
Rings and Rim Protectors
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Alloy Wheel Protection : Adhesive strips that prevent damage from curbs or accidental impacts.
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Aluminum or custom valve covers : Replace the original plastic ones with more resistant and aesthetically appealing models.
3. Snow Chains and Cold Weather Accessories
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Approved snow chains : Essential for safe travel on snow and ice. Available in metal or textile versions.
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Snow socks : Lighter alternatives to chains, easy to fit and ideal for emergency situations.
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Wheel covers for winter protection : Protect tires from cold and moisture when the car is parked for a long time.
4. Accessories for Transport and Wheel Change
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Spare wheel holder : Holder for carrying a spare wheel outside the car (useful for SUVs and off-road vehicles).
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Spare Wheel Bag : Keeps your trunk clean by protecting your spare wheel from dirt and moisture.
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Wheel change mat : Useful to avoid getting dirty when changing a tire.
5. Care and Aesthetic Maintenance of Wheels
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Wheel Cleaner : Removes brake dust and dirt without damaging the finish of your wheels.
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Wheel and tire brushes : Help you reach every corner for a deep clean.
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Tire Black : Revives the color of tires and protects them from UV rays, keeping them more elastic over time.
