Hub Caps for Kia Rio

Kia Rio Hubcaps

If you own a Kia Rio, whether a hatchback or sedan, you know how important it is to keep your car performing at its peak and looking as good as it can. Hubcaps help you meet both of these goals. In fact, there are many different choices when it comes to the hubcaps you choose to equip your Kia Rio with.

Kia Rio hubcaps, also known as wheel covers, are a necessary part of your vehicle. They keep potentially damaging dirt and debris away from your brakes, wheels, and bearings. Additionally, they increase the visual appearance of your vehicle by hiding the lug nuts and parts of the tires. Without hubcaps, your car will be more prone to wear and tear.

You will find that hubcaps for the Kia Rio are made of plastic or metal. Some owners prefer metal hubcaps due to their durability and longevity. Others prefer plastic ones due to their decreased weight and ease of installation. Plastic wheel covers install and stay attached with the help of spring-loaded plastic clips. Metal wheel covers are held in place by lug nuts.

Understanding what you need to know about hubcaps can help you make the right purchase decision. Consider these factors when you are shopping for wheel covers for your Kia Rio.

• Materials: Do you want plastic or metal?
• Aftermarket or OEM: Do you prefer the Kia brand hubcaps, also known as OEM or Original Equipment Manufacturer, or will another brand, known as aftermarket, be sufficient?
• Design: What do you want your wheel caps to look like? Do you prefer a spoke style? Do you want the Kia logo on them?
• Color: Do you want a neutral color like black, white, or silver or do you want something bolder that matches or complements your Rio?
• Finish: You can also choose your finish on your wheel covers. For instance, matte or chrome.

Cleaning your wheel covers is a simple job. You can clean your Kia Rios hubcaps without removing them if you prefer. You can also clean them as often as you wash your car.

Although you can use a car washing detergent to scrub them, you may want to use warm water or a pressure washer to help remove stuck-on grime and dirt. Dry them thoroughly with a towel or a microfiber cloth. If you want, you can wax them for additional shine.