Aluminium alloy wheels are lighter than steel wheels and have better heat conductivity and anti-corrosive properties. This makes them the best choice for passenger cars. Casting and forging are used to make aluminium alloy wheels. A balance is achieved by reducing the weight of the wheel. While alloy and aluminium wheels are resistant to corrosion, they are susceptible to galvanic corrosion. Because of their anti-corrosive qualities, they are available in beautiful bare-metal finishes. They enhance vehicle performance and provide a stunning appearance.
These homogeneous hybrid castings can be made in alloy wheels such as forged aluminium, one-piece and two-piece cast alloy wheels. The most expensive wheel is the forged aluminium alloy.
Based on market share, business volume and brand awareness, we have compiled a list of the top 10 aluminium alloy wheel producers worldwide.
1. BORBET
Since 1962, BORBET has been a family-owned business. It has been manufacturing light-alloy wheels worldwide since then. BORBET stands out for its high-quality products, innovative technologies, and original design. The company has been a trusted partner in the automotive industry and speciality retail.
The company had brought a variety of designs to the streets since 1987 when the BORBET A-Wheel was first introduced. From Germany’s Sauerland to the rest of the world, BORBET wheels ensure that people continue to move around the globe. This internationally successful brand now has nine locations and around 4,600 employees.
2. ENKEI
ENKEI custom wheels offer the most up-to-date alloy wheel designs. They use composite alloy technology, such as casting/forged processes and rigid testing.
The Enkei Group is active in Asia, North America and Latin America. It supplies all major Japanese car manufacturers, General Motors, and countless customers in the aftermarket. Enkei also makes high-tech racing wheels that can be used in various motorsports, such as rallying, drift and single-seater race. Since 1995, Enkei has been an official supplier of the McLaren F1 Team. Enkei is a leading supplier of alloy wheels globally, thanks to technological advancements and continuous improvement.
3. Ronal Wheels
RONAL, SPEEDLINE COURSE, and SPEEDLINE TRUCK are the brands of wheels made by the RONAL GROUP. The company is a world-leading supplier of OEM and aftermarket parts for commercial vehicles and cars. The RONAL GROUP employs approximately 7000 people and is the only integrated producer and manufacturer of cast and forged aluminium wheels.
Today, RONAL produces over 20 million wheels annually in 11 factories across 3 continents. RONAL GROUP is a global player due to its presence in Eastern Europe, NAFTA and Asia.
4. CM Wheels
CM WheelsLtd specializes in supplying and installing alloy wheels, accessories, and styling products. The company stocks various products for all makes and models of vehicles, including OEM and aftermarket wheels for BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Seat models, and many other 4x4s (RangeRovers, Nissans, Mitshubishi, etc.). CM Wheels, based in the UK, supplies products to Europe, the UK, Ireland and Internationally.
5. ALCOA WHEELS – Arconic
Alcoa Wheels is now part of Arconic’s business profile following the split of the companies last November 1.
Alcoa was the first to create a forged aluminium truck wheel. This innovation opened up a whole new industry. Alcoa truck wheels help customers save fuel and lower maintenance. The company is number one in its production. Alcoa Wheels makes the following aluminium alloy wheels for its customers around the world:
- Bus/Motorcoach
- Heavy-Duty Trailer
- Heavy Duty Truck
- Light Trailer
- SUV / Light Truck
- Medium Duty
- RV/Motorhome
Alcoa Wheels manufactures one-piece, forged aluminium tires for pickups, vans, sport utility vehicles (SUVs), recreational vehicles (RVs), and other vehicles.
6. CITIC Dicastal
CITIC DICASTAL is originally DICASTALWHEEL MANUFACTURING CO and was the first aluminium manufacturer in the mainland of China. It was acquired by the CITIC group back in 1988. CITIC Dicastal has the largest global supplier of aluminium wheels and chassis components.
Today, Dicastal supplies major OEMs domestically and internationally, including Mercedes-Benz (Benz, VW), Peugeot- Citroen, Renault – Nissan, GM, Ford, FCA, Toyota, Honda, Mazda, Hyundai-Kia, FAW, SAIC, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, GAC Group, BAIC Motor, Changan Motor etc. Digital Europe has a strong supply capability, and over half of all vehicles have components made by CITIC DICASTAL.
7. Maxion Wheels
Maxion Wheels, and its subsidiaries, have been providing OEMs with the best quality wheels and innovative technologies for more than 100 years. Maxion Wheels’ parent company is Iochpe-Maxion, well-known for its stability, infrastructure, and long-term growth.
Maxion is one of the few wheel companies that can offer global delivery through an international network of strategically placed engineering, technology, and production facilities. Maxion can reduce logistics costs and eliminate duplicates thanks to this network.
The company is a world leader in lightweight wheels and currently supplies aluminium passenger car wheels to all major OEMs around the globe. Maxion Wheels manufactures cast aluminium wheels in multiple locations around the globe. They offer a high level of styling flexibility and endless options for claddings, finishes, and coatings.
8. UNIWHEELS Group
UNIWHEELS is a group of companies that are one of Europe’s leading producers of alloy wheels and one of the largest wheels suppliers to the automotive industry.
The company has a wide range of experience in the aftermarket thanks to the internationally renowned brands UNIWHEELS and ATS. These four brands offer wheels for every target group with their extensive product range.
9. Foshan Nanhai Zhongnan Aluminum Wheel
Foshan Nanhai Zhongnan Aluminum Wheel Co., Ltd. is one of China’s oldest, largest, and most well-known aluminium alloy wheel manufacturers. ZNA is well-known because of its technical skills in aluminium wheel manufacturing.
ZNA, a large-scale high-tech enterprise that the government has approved, can produce 1.5 Million aluminium alloy automobile wheels annually and 3,000,000 aluminium alloy motorcycle wheels per year. ZNA was established in 1990. After ramp-up, the annual production of aluminium alloy wheels for automobiles and motorcycles will reach more than 20 million.
ZNA has been exploring the international and domestic markets over these years. This has helped to enhance strategic cooperation. Products are exported to America, Canada, Japan and Australia, and other regions.
10. Superior Industries
Superior Industry is a global leader in producing flow-formed wheels and cast aluminium. Louis Borick, an entrepreneur, founded the company in 1957. Superior has grown to be the largest producer of aluminium wheels for passenger cars and light-duty vehicles in North America.
Superior employs approximately 3,300 workers in five facilities across the United States and Mexico. Superior is a world-class manufacturer of alloy wheels in premium finishes that sets it apart from other companies and places it among the best alloy wheel OEMs around the globe.