Mailbag: How to Keep Your New Wheels Looking Great for a Long Time
Q: I recently got a set of new wheels for my car. How should I go about taking care of them? A: Adding a new set of wheels to your […]
Guide to Troubleshooting Drag Race Traction Issues
In a perfect world, a race car would always hook anywhere. It would go down the track straight, it wouldn’t rattle the tires, and it wouldn’t lose traction somewhere down […]
Mailbag: Determining Tire Age by Serial Number
Q: How old are my tires? … A: The serial number of a tire is the most effective way to determine its age. The serial number may also be referred […]
Project F-150 (Part 2): Installing New Wheels and Tires on a 2019 Ford F-150 (Video)
The crew at Summit Racing chose the 20-inch Pro Comp Syndrome 44 Series wheels and BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires for its 2019 Ford F-150 truck upgrade project, which […]
Mailbag: Are Winter Tires Worth It?
Q: I live in an area that occasionally experiences heavy snowfall during the winter and I’m considering a set of winter wheels and tires. Are they really worth it, given […]
Mailbag: Should I Get Hub Centric Rings for New Wheels?
Q: Do I need hub centric rings for my new wheels? … A: We recommend using hub centric rings on all aftermarket aluminum wheels that will accept them. Hub centric […]
Mailbag: How Long Do Drag Slicks Last?
Q: How long will a set of drag slicks last? … A: The life of a drag racing tire can be determined by many factors. Tire compound, track conditions, vehicle […]
Pro Tips for Setting Tire Pressure and Adjusting to Changing Track Temperatures
There are many questions related to adjusting tire pressure on a drag car, and it seems everyone has a different opinion. The reality is, every car will require a slightly […]
The Straight Scoop: The Inside Story on Drag Race Wheel Alignments
For most racers and enthusiasts, a wheel alignment is something that you seldom ponder, especially when it comes to performance. After all, horsepower has become cheap and easy to get. And wheel alignments–well, those are for […]
Quick Tips for Checking Tire Pressure (Like, the Proper Way)
Whether you drive a custom hot rod or a late model family sedan, it’s nearly impossible to over-estimate the importance of having the correct air pressure in your tires. Proper […]