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Mickey Thompson Wheels Expands Its Catalogue

The legendary racer Mickey Thompson never stayed in one place for very long. He was notorious for jumping from one racecar to the next, whether he was racing through the Mexican Baja Desert in the SCORE 1000 or setting a land speed record in the dried salt lakes of Utah, he was a man who loved a variety. That’s why it should no surprise that the famous tire company that was named after the racer, Mickey Thompson Tire Co., has been making waves in the automotive world, and it’s not their tires that’s causing the commotion.

For gearheads who choose to roll with custom wheels, there used to be only a handful of options Available For quality rims with a trusted name.

Recently, Mickey Thompson expanded their wheel line up to support enthusiasts who wanted to use Mickey Thompson wheels to match their tires. Originally, the company only made a handful of race wheels for funny cars and a few lightweight options for professional racers, but now the company is offering performance wheels that can work on the street as well as the track or off-road.

Adding to the Legend of Mickey Thompson

Mickey Thompson was killed more than 25 years ago, so he is no longer around to break records or put on racing events, but his legend continues through the quality of the company he founded. Today, Mickey Thompson’s tires can be found at nearly every type of racing event. The company didn’t start making wheels until 1983 (it was founded in 1963), but it has always offered a handful of lightweight Mickey Thompson Wheels for diehard racers. Below are some of the most popular additions to the Mickey Thompson lineup, which are available today.

Sidebiter II: A modern looking wheel for truck drivers and off-roaders, the Sidebiter II is a satin black wheel with chrome accents.
Baja Lock:This is the ultimate wheel for off-road racing. A corrosion resistant finish with machined a “lock-look” make the wheel a must for racers who are looking for a functional wheel that also has style.
Classic III:The best truck wheel for hauling. The heavy duty Classic III can support tremendous loads and has a lifetime warranty.
Street Comp: If you have a muscle car or a hot rod and want something different than a set of Cragars, consider a set of Street Comps. The five spoke wheels have a timeless style while remaining lightweight and competitive.

For most enthusiasts, having a quality set of wheels is nearly as important as the engine under the hood. Weak aluminum wheels or heavy OEM wheels can fail under serious racing or abuse, that’s why it is important to invest in name brand excellence. Since 1963, Mickey Thompson has continued to push its tire innovations to the limit. With their latest wheel line, it looks like they’re trying to offer that same ingenuity to the public with sleek new car and truck wheels.

Mickey Thompson Wheels - Riding on History

Even if you’re not a car guy, chances are you have heard the name Mickey Thompson in passing. Besides founding the renowned wheel and tire company, Thompson was a championship racer who pioneered competitive events like the SCORE Baja 1000 and world record attempts.

In the 1960s, right around the time that Thompson was starting his tire business, the famous racer started breaking records. He was the first man to go 400 mph in a car and he redesigned the funny car, which changed quarter-mile racing. It was his passion to push that limit that forced his wheel and tire company to withstand the intensity of his racing. Today, racers are going faster than Thompson ever dreamed, but he would be happy know that the best are using wheels with his name on the center caps.

If you’re interested in Mickey Thompson’s timeless wheels, you can find the latest models by visiting 4WheelOnline.

By Sean Bowes

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