While alloy wheels are more popular due to the fact that they are much lighter and stronger, there is no denying that alloy wheels requires more maintenance. Hence, while Toyota car owners are very eager to choose.

Toyota alloy wheels, not much attention is paid towards maintenance. It is a common misconception that an alloy wheel can be fitted and forgotten. The reality is that Toyota alloy wheels should be periodically removed from the wheel mounting face and cleaned.

Cleaning does not involve merely pouring water on the alloyed Toyota wheel. Rather, the cleaning process of the alloy Toyota wheels involve dismantling the wheel, removing the tire, washing the wheel and using cleaning agents to clean up stubborn stains. After all this is done, one has to consider whether another coat of paint is required. It never pays to be miserly in painting the alloy Toyota wheels. For starters, a properly painted wheel looks very good on your car. Further, timely coats of paint go a long way in enhancing the life of the Toyota alloy wheel

* - price as of 2/1/2006. Actual prices may vary.