WHEEL BRANDS
The definitive guide to wheel manufacturers
The aftermarket wheel industry spans from budget-friendly cast wheels to bespoke forged pieces costing more than some cars. Understanding where each brand fits helps you make smarter buying decisions. We've organized 30 wheel manufacturers by tier—from ultra-premium forged specialists like HRE and Volk Racing to accessible options from brands like Konig and ESR. Each brand guide covers history, product lines, pricing, and how to spot counterfeits.
Premium & Forged
Ultra-premium manufacturers specializing in fully forged, multi-piece, or exotic car wheels. Expect top-tier materials, extensive customization, and prices from $800 to $4,000+ per wheel.
HRE Performance Wheels
American forged excellence for supercars
Volk Racing
RAYS Engineering's flagship performance brand
BBS
Motorsport heritage meets precision engineering
ADV.1
Ultra-premium forged wheels for exotic cars
Forgeline
American-made forged performance since 1994
Brixton Forged
Luxury forged wheels with automotive couture
Vorsteiner
Premium carbon fiber and forged for European exotics
Performance & Motorsport
Race-proven brands with strong motorsport heritage. These wheels prioritize lightweight construction and strength for track use, with prices typically $300 to $1,500 per wheel.
RAYS Engineering
The benchmark for Japanese forged wheels
Work Wheels
JDM icon with unmatched customization
SSR
Inventor of the three-piece wheel
O.Z. Racing
Italian motorsport legend with 150+ race victories
Speedline Corse
82+ FIA World Championship titles in rally and F1
Advan Racing
Yokohama's high-performance racing division
Weds
Japan's first aftermarket wheel manufacturer
Apex Wheels
Track-focused wheels by racers, for racers
Titan7
Uncompromising lightweight forged performance
Enthusiast Favorites
Popular brands balancing quality, style, and value. Includes flow-formed options and designs that have become community staples. Expect $150 to $600 per wheel.
Enkei
World's leading aluminum wheel manufacturer
Rotiform
Design-first accessibility for European car enthusiasts
Fifteen52
Rally-inspired wheels from the Gymkhana era
Konig
Flow formed technology at budget-friendly prices
Vossen
Luxury lifestyle wheels for the modern enthusiast
MOMO
Italian motorsport legend from F1 to street
TSW
European-inspired design at accessible prices
Niche
Lifestyle wheels for the modern enthusiast
Method Race Wheels
Off-road proven from Baja to the streets
Kansei
Modern engineering meets retro JDM design
Budget & Entry-Level
Accessible brands for enthusiasts on a budget or those starting out. Quality varies, but many offer legitimate value. Prices range from $95 to $400 per wheel.