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7 Benefits of Alloy Wheels

Alloy wheels have grown in popularity for all makes of cars from roomy Range Rovers to sporty Porsche 911s. The benefits of alloy wheels are clear: they make your car driving experience easy and seamless. Here are top 7 benefits of using alloy wheels on your car:

 

 

1. Lightweight: Alloy wheels are lighter on the frame of your car and this is one of their best virtues. Other wheels can be a few kilos heavier than alloy, so this makes them a top choice for drivers who want lightweight wheels for their car. It’s important for wheels to be lightweight because they are ‘unsprung’ weight. This means that they are not supported by the suspension and are therefore more susceptible to the elements. Keeping unsprung weight down means that the car will have better handling for driving.

 

2. Stronger: Alloy wheels are stronger options because they reduce the tyre deflection when the car is in motion. Stronger also means that they have longer shelf life and you can get more wear and tear from them. If you need wheels that are going to last, alloy wheels are the best option for you, and since you can get them repaired and refurbished easily, you’ll get value for money too.

 

3. Wider: Alloy wheels are wider which means that they have better grip on the road during journeys. Alloy wheels are also taller than steel variations which improves the handling as well.

 

4. Rotational weight: The rotational weight of alloys actually helps to increase acceleration. For drivers who want a car that is totally geared towards performance, it is critical to choose alloy wheels because their lighter rotational weight makes the alloy wheels compact for both acceleration and slowing down.

 

5. Helps with manoeuvring: When you need to manoeuvre your car in a specific way, you need wheels that are up to the challenge. Alloy wheels, because of their lightweight nature, are able to deal with tough manoeuvring styles that come with driving a wide variety of cars.

 

6. Heat: Alloy wheels have heat conductivity. This plays an important role in being a benefit for your car. The metal of the alloy wheel helps to cool down the heat from your brakes. This actually helps your brakes last longer. The ability of alloy wheels to help other parts of your car proves that they are the roght choice.

 

7. Physical Appearance: From a visual standpoint, alloy wheels look fantastic. They can come in a variety of colours, textures and finishes. For car enthusiasts who pride themselves on having stunning wheels, alloy wheels give owners the most choice on physical appearance to express their individuality and style through their car.

 

Through these benefits, you can see that alloy wheels have taken the No.1 spot compared to other options as the wheels of choice for cars. Their benefits outweigh their disadvantages which can sometimes include price. The cost can be expensive depending on which alloys you want but the quality you are receiving in return will give you peace of mind when you are on the road with your car.

 

If you want to use our professional services, call us on 0845 370 8881 and see what our technicians can do for you!

 

Don’t forget to enter our Christmas competition here and you could win a great prize!

Treat Your Alloys With Our Refurbishment Service

photo 2Are your alloy wheels looking a bit tired? Treat your alloys to a repair or even a new look by taking them to our London Refurbishment Centre. They will return as shiny as new!

 

At Diamond Alloys we are specialists in a wide range of alloy wheel finishes which include diamond cutting, standard alloy wheel refurbishment and custom finish refurbishment.

 

Pictured below, our latest painted wheels.

 

 

If you like the painted finish on this Lexus and you are looking for something similar, call us on 0845 370 8881. With help from our professionals, your car will be looking the way you want it!

 

Don’t forget to enter our Christmas competition here and you could win a great prize!

Get Your Tyres Ready for Winter

IMG_0134-2The temperatures are falling, the Met Office is issuing warnings and it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… In other words – prepare for snow!

While it’s all too easy to jump into your warm car and assume you’ll be able to drive as normal, it’s worth taking extra precautions to ensure that you and your loved ones stay safe this winter.

First off, make sure that your car is equipped for winter conditions. Although they’re not a legal requirement in Britain, winter tyres are a wise investment that can be worth their weight in gold when the weather takes a turn for the worse – they can, for example, reduce your breaking distance by 25%. Nor do you have to compromise style for safety – we can provide you with tyres fitted to the wheels of your choice, meaning that you can preserve your car’s look or have different summer and winter styles.

Other vital kit includes snow chains – or snow socks if you’re worried about scratching your rims, de-icing spray, tow ropes, emergency food and water, a torch and extra warm, waterproof clothes.

Regardless of how hi-spec your car is, however, you still need to adapt your driving style to snow and ice if you want to ensure a safe journey. Make sure you clear the ice off your car before driving – not only do you need to see out of the windows, but other drivers will not be happy if snow blows off your roof onto their windscreen! It’s also important to check your tyre pressure before you set off – the correct tyre pressure will help with both breaking and steering on the slippery road surface.

When driving on snow and ice, remember to keep a generous distance between yourself and the next car, keep your speeds low and use your gears sensibly – when driving uphill, for example, select the highest gear possible to avoid spinning up. The car will feel very different on ice and it’s vital that you don’t panic – if you’re nervous about tackling the winter weather we highly recommend an advanced driving course to boost your confidence.

To enquire about winter tyres, or for more tips on how we can help you drive safely this winter, contact us today.

STAFF INTERVIEW WITH OUR DIAMOND ALLOYS Sales Administrator Samantha Swann

1. How long have you been working at Diamond Alloys?

I have been working at Diamond Alloys since early July, so 5 months which has sped past!

 

2. What do you do at Diamond Alloys?

I deal with all the admin duties within the office, dealing directly with clients on the phone and when they come in to the centre.

 

3. What did you do before joined Diamond Alloys?

I worked as a recruitment consultant, so a little different to this.

 

4. What is your typical day at Diamond Alloys like?

It is extremely hectic, making sure customers are happy and wheels go out on time. We offer a speedy turnaround on this service so customers are not off the road for too long…hence hectic!

 

5. What do you enjoy about working for Diamond Alloys?

The commitment of the team to provide a great service. It makes you so proud when you get great feedback about our service and the wheels.

 

6. Why is it important to have great customer service?

Because it allows the consumers to trust you which is extremely important in this trade.

 

7. What motives you to do a good job?

The team atmosphere is great and the customers are always nice, like to stop and chat which is always appreciated.

 

8. What are the common questions customers ask about?

Can you guarantee my wheels will look as good as new? Yes – some customers even say better than new!

 

Is my vehicle safe with you? Yes as we look after cars like Bentley, Range Rover and even Lamborghinis! Any customer who is concerned can also take advantage of our secure parking.

 

9. What is it like working in a male dominated environment?

Very stressful to say the least! However a pleasure because regardless of gender everyone works as a team to get the work done!

 

10. What do you do in your spare time?

Carry on my plans of taking over the world.

 

11. Are you a car lover?

Yes! Girls love cars too!

 

12. If you won the lottery tomorrow, what would you do?

Go on holiday and buy an Audi Q7.

 

13. Where do you see yourself in 5 years’ time?

Running my own business within the make up as this is my number 1 passion.

 

Santa Claus is coming to Diamond Alloys

For the festive season a member of Diamond Alloys team dressed up as Santa Claus! Can you guess who is our secret Santa?

 

Email us your answer to sales@diamondalloys.co.uk and you could WIN a FREE Wheel Refurbished when you book a set of 4 wheel with Diamond Alloys.

 

The winner will be randomly picked and announced on our Diamond Alloys Facebook page.

 

The Christmas competition will be closed on the 7th January 2014. Terms and conditions apply.

BMW Alloy Wheels just came out from our Refurbishment Centre

At Diamond Alloys we are always busy refurbishing alloys wheels for prestige cars and this week has been no exception as you can see with a set of 4 BMW alloy wheels which have been diamond cut.

 

Pictured below, the BMW alloy wheels have had a complete makeover in our London Wheel Refurbishment Centre and are looking as good as new, erasing any hint of the damage they had sustained.

 

 

Not only can we offer a wide range of alloy wheel finishes which include diamond cutting, standard refurbishment and custom refurbishment but we can also refurbish supercars alloys wheels like BMW, Ferrari, Aston Martin and Maserati all at very competitive prices. If you are not sure what you want, our technicians are always happy to recommend the right finish for you! And remember, if you have all 4 wheels repaired at the same time we will give you a special offer price!

 

Treat your alloys to a repair or a new look this Christmas! Call us on 0845 370 8881 now to see what our technicians can do for you! Don’t forget we are open on Saturday mornings so you can drop off your alloy wheels at your convenience.

 

Diamond Alloys now on LinkedIn!

We are delighted to announce that Diamond Alloys now has its own LinkedIn Page. You can follow our page and stay up to date on all our news. While you are there, please like and share posts and leave your comments on the news we post.

Within 10 miles of the central London there are just under two million users on LinkedIn with a great mix of business professionals making it a great place to network and to share information and services.

If you have used Diamond Alloys services, then we’d love you to also recommend our range of alloy wheel refurbishment services to your own network.

 

Interview with our new team member – Ryan

At Diamond Alloys we are always keen to invest in our future, not only by insisting on using the latest technology and most up to date machinery and techniques, but by also investing in our staff. We are delighted to have introduced an apprentice scheme, ensuring our next generation are well trained and can offer the high level of skills and service that we aspire to at Diamond Alloys.

 

Commercial Director John Luttrell said, “We are delighted to have Ryan on our team at Diamond Alloys. The apprentice scheme allows us to train the new generation of wheel care specialists and we are proud to support this. All the team wish Ryan the best.”

 

 

Our new apprentice trainee Ryan wanted to gain experience and knowledge in the alloy wheel trade. He will be taught the basics of aqua blasting wheels, stripping wheels back in acid, prepping the wheels along with day to day care and running of the workshop in order to keep it safe for all members of staff at every stage of the wheel repair and refurbishment process. Ryan is pictured below with Paul our head painter, who ensures Ryan is trained to the highest standards possible.

 

 

Ryan is 16 and is not yet sure exactly what field within the wheel trade he wants to specialise in, so the apprentice scheme work well for him as it allows him to learn a skill and see all the different processes needed, so he can decide what area he wants to specialise in. He also plans to go on to college and study in more detail, enhancing the skills he has learnt at Diamond Alloys.

 

Read Ryan’s interview below:

1. How long have you been with Diamond Alloys?

I have just joined the Diamond Alloys team 3 weeks ago, but already feel part of the team.

 

2. You have started as an apprentice, why did you decide to start your career this way?

I have always had a passion for wheels and it was the easiest way to gain experience and have a good training. 

 

3. What have you been learning since you have started your apprenticeship?

I have learnt a lot so far, for example how to prep wheels, use the aqua blast machine, basic information about the different types of wheels and the services we offer. I have learnt the difference between a painted wheels and diamond cut.

 

4. Why did you want to work in a workshop environment?

Because I wanted as much hands on experience as possible and this was the best way.


5. What skills you would like to gain at Diamond Alloys?

I would like to gain more confidence and knowledge in alloy wheel refurbishment. I would also like to develop my people skills and improve interaction with others.


6. What do you enjoy most working for Diamond Alloys?

It is nice to work in a team orientated environment.

 

7. Are you a car lover?

I am more of a motorbike lover, so I was pleased to learn Diamond Alloys also repairs motor bike alloy wheels.

 

8. Which will be your first car, if you could have any make or model?

I would rather ride a motorbike if I am honest.

 

9. Which is your favourite Diamond Alloys finish?

I prefer Diamond Cut Wheels because it is the best finish an alloy can get!

 

10. Where to you see yourself in 5 years’ time?

I hope to have gained all necessary qualifications in refurbishing alloy wheels.

 

11. What do you do in your spare time?

The usual really, I like the simple things going out with my mates.

 

12. Who is your inspiration?

Alan Sugar!

 

13. What motives you?

Money! Money! Money!

 

Your alloys look a bit tired

If your alloys are looking a bit tired, don’t throw them away, simply take them to our specialists and they’ll be returned as good as new. At Diamond Alloys we are experts in refurbishing alloys on all types of cars – recently, for example, we used a powder coat base technique on Maserati alloy wheels and the owner’s car was stunned by the results. Rather than wasting money on new alloys, simply come to us for a cost-effective revamp that we guarantee will have them looking better than ever.

 

Our alloy wheel refurbishment centre is located in West London and we offer the latest techniques to repair damaged alloy wheels. Our technicians are highly trained to offer clients a range of services including diamond cutting, standard alloy wheel refurbishment and custom finish.

 

Have a look at the latest alloy wheels which have just come out from our workshop!

 

If you want to give your old alloy wheels a new life, call us on 0845 370 8111 and our technicians will be happy to discuss what they can do for you!

 

Powder coating at Diamond Alloys

Powder coating is the ultimate choice for car owners who want the best finish for the alloys on their performance cars.

 

At Diamond Alloys, we use a powder coat base technique before painting the final colour to the alloy wheels which helps achieve the designed finish, which could be a glossy or matte effect. It also helps make a great base before applying special effects like glitter.

 

Our latest customer was looking for a new look for his Maserati and our skilled technicians are always happy to meet our customer’s requirements by applying a powder coat before painting.

 

Powder coating is a better finish than just painting a wheel as it gives a uniform layer to start from providing a smoother finished result. For this reason we apply a powder coat finish to all our painted wheels.

 

At Diamond Alloys, we use a powder coating process starts by cleaning the alloys through a specialist machine called a Acquablast machine which removes dirt and grease. If the wheel has a lot of corrosion we also put the alloy into an acid bath before applying the powder coat which will help achieve the best results. Then, the powder coating process is applied and the alloys baked in a specialist oven. Take a look at the pictures below which shows the wheels just after they have been powder coated.

When you see these Maserati alloy wheels below, you will understand why our customer was so pleased with his refurbished alloys.

We recommend applying powder coating to alloys not only for a stunning finish but also because it is more durable. This is especially beneficial in winter times when the wheels need more protection against the elements.

 

This process can be applied to any colour or finish. Does your car need a new look? Simply call us on 0845 370 8881 and we will be happy to give you a quote!