[Packard V8]

Yes, you can get high quality wheels in the aftermarket just like when buying anything else. You just have to be aware that depending on the manufacturer they may not be made to the same performance standards. Also, manufacturers in the US at least are required to provide information on what loads wheels were tested to (specifically the GAWR ratings that are used to determine actual test loads).

Only slightly OT, but we have a shop here which straightens and repairs wheels. On my last visit, there was an Escalade with Chicom 22" FunkMasterFlash dubs and no-sidewall tires having both front wheels straightened from impacts with winter potholes and curbs.

When I mentioned the questionable engineering of that aftermarket conversion, the shop manager said, "Our owner is in Hawaii for two weeks right now with his family on the profits from selling and then repairing that crap. The most profitable ones are the lifted Ram Cummins 2500s. They eat those cheap wheels like popcorn."

jack vines

 

[Capital EV]

I forgot to include the Ioniq and Kona electrics, and the Kia Niro EV all have factory aero wheels on them.

 

[EV Engineering]

Here they are picking up dust in my office waiting for better weather.
Very happy with quality and design. Note that plastic inserts are extra 60 bucks if I remember correctly. I have another set on the way for Tesla S long range.
On my mom's Tesla X this wheels have been put to some extreme potholes and harsh winters and even my mom managed to destroy one of the rubbers from impact and wheel didn't show any damage checked on Hunter Road Force balancing machinery.

 

[Capital EV]

Very nice. I'm interested to go the minus size route and want to buy the 16 x 7's. As others have pointed out, the EV01(+) wheels are listed as sold out everywhere. What's strange is that there are plenty of the EV01's available in the 16 x 7 size though. The only difference is that they don't have the plastic inserts. Maybe it's just the inserts they ran out of?

 

[Capital EV]

They had clear plastic inserts in the spoke openings on the concept vehicle. They dropped it for the production Bolt. They were shooting for "good enough for the money", not "the best at any price."

Well said GJETSON. Here is a photo that shows the excellent aero wheels on the concept [that I wish we could buy].

 

[EV Engineering]

Very nice. I'm interested to go the minus size route and want to buy the 16 x 7's. As others have pointed out, the EV01(+) wheels are listed as sold out everywhere. What's strange is that there are plenty of the EV01's available in the 16 x 7 size though. The only difference is that they don't have the plastic inserts. Maybe it's just the inserts they ran out of?

Plastic inserts are extra order. I bought straight from Fast Wheels company......They don’t sell it to public but I can get them over my business.... Most of my customers that I build EV for them are choosing this product. 17X7 are available.... 16 are out of stock for now. If ride smoothness is what you looking and want to go with 16 Wheels. I would order 2020 springs and replace them.....or get them from junk yard. There is definitely difference in 2020 .

 

[Capital EV]

If ride smoothness is what you looking and want to go with 16 Wheels. I would order 2020 springs and replace them.....or get them from junk yard. There is definitely difference in 2020 .

Interesting, thank you. I do feel that my 2019 has a bit of excess ride harshness. I'd love some softer springs.

 

[Capital EV]

16 are out of stock for now.

Thanks but like I said, these retailers's websites all list the 16x7 EV01 wheels in stock. They don't have the inserts though, [like the EV01(+)] which makes them just another wheel then. Question please: Can we use our original lug nuts with these wheels?

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[BrandEver]

I've always admired when companies made the effort to equip their EVs with aerodynamic, fuel saving wheels. Here are a few examples that come to mind, Mercedes B Class, VW e-Golf, Hyundai Soul EV, and Tesla Model 3. For those unaware, wheels with thin spokes and huge air voids are great for keeping brakes cool, but cause unnecessary air turbulence. And unless you're racing on a track, EVs don't need the extra brake cooling. In fact, some of us don't use our brakes enough to keep the rust off of them.

The Bolt EV's wheels have large voids which show the rusty brake rotors and calipers. Brakes are not sexy and I don't need to see them every time I approach the car. They have an unusual 105 mm bolt circle so trying to use any of the above 'aero' wheels will not work. However, there is hope. A Canadian company called Fast Wheels, now has specially designed lightweight 'aero' wheels available for the Bolt EV in the original 17" or minus sized 16" versions available. It is called the EV01(+). Problem is, they are only available in Canada and with trucking suspended at the border right now, air freight charges are estimated at $350 Canadian. So as soon as ground freight resumes, I'm ordering a set. https://www.canadawheels.ca/fast-wheels/ev01-plus/titanium
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I've always admired when companies made the effort to equip their EVs with aerodynamic, fuel saving wheels. Here are a few examples that come to mind, Mercedes B Class, VW e-Golf, Hyundai Soul EV, and Tesla Model 3. For those unaware, wheels with thin spokes and huge air voids are great for keeping brakes cool, but cause unnecessary air turbulence. And unless you're racing on a track, EVs don't need the extra brake cooling. In fact, some of us don't use our brakes enough to keep the rust off of them.

The Bolt EV's wheels have large voids which show the rusty brake rotors and calipers. Brakes are not sexy and I don't need to see them every time I approach the car. They have an unusual 105 mm bolt circle so trying to use any of the above 'aero' wheels will not work. However, there is hope. A Canadian company called Fast Wheels, now has specially designed lightweight 'aero' wheels available for the Bolt EV in the original 17" or minus sized 16" versions available. It is called the EV01(+). Problem is, they are only available in Canada and with trucking suspended at the border right now, air freight charges are estimated at $350 Canadian. So as soon as ground freight resumes, I'm ordering a set. https://www.canadawheels.ca/fast-wheels/ev01-plus/titanium
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They look nice but I hate wheels with a directional design because they aren't symmetrical on the other side. Yes I have ocd lol

 

[Godspeed]

Moon Disks would be about as smooth as possible. Now if they only had a set for the Bolt like thy do for the Model 3 which attach over the stock rims.
Moon Disks Model 3