Compared with casting, forged wheels of the same size can be about 20% lighter, and 1kg lighter on the wheel can increase 10 horsepower. In addition, lightweighting also significantly improves the reaction speed of the suspension. The suspension system reacts faster and can handle potholes more easily.
Fuel saving and good heat dissipation performance
According to Japanese experiments, for every 1kg reduction in the weight of a 5-seater car, about 20L of gasoline can be saved per year. The research report published by the American Society of Automotive Engineers pointed out that although forged wheels are more expensive than general cast wheels, in the long run, the cost can be recovered after the car reaches 10,000-30,000 kilometers. In addition, forged wheels have better heat dissipation effect. When driving long distances at high speed, the brake drums and tires are not easy to age, which increases the life and reduces the risk of tire blowout.
Better handling performance
Upgrading forged wheels without affecting steering and loading, if the wheel width is increased, the vehicle’s acceleration, braking and cornering sensitivity will be significantly improved. Whether it is from a standstill to starting, or accelerating while driving, it will be lighter, and the vehicle will be able to handle the corners easily whether entering or exiting.
