Fuel Economy Tip - Addendum to "Don't Get 'Sweet' Rims"

Today's tip is an update to my previous post about how it was a bad idea to put customized rims on your vehicle.

If you feel the need to replace your vehicle's rims, make sure you're getting rims that weigh less than the ones currently on your vehicle.

I'll be the first to admit when I make a mistake, and in my previous post, I was very unclear in what I meant by not putting "sweet rims" on your vehicle.

What I meant was to not go out and buy rims that are wider than the rims currently on your car and/or had all those extra bells and whistles that make them weigh more than your current rims.

As many of you graciously pointed out, I was wrong in condemning all rims because there are rims out there that will help you INCREASE your gas mileage. This is mostly because they are made out of material that makes them lighter than what is currently on your vehicle.

So, thank you to those of you who pointed out the error of my ways. Hopefully this addendum has helped to clear up any confusion.