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on Thursday, December 29th, 2011 at 2:24 pm

Kwicksilver responding to repair needs of burgeoning 3.1 billion dollar wheel industry

Washington, VA July 26, 2005 – Kwicksilver Systems is now offering wheel repair franchises throughout the United States and master franchises abroad. Kwicksilver® services include repair and reconditioning of all steel, aluminum and chrome rims, custom wheel painting, chrome exchanges, wheel polishing and tire/wheel sales. The company has patented its wheel straightener and repair methods.

The ratio of aluminum to steel wheels is growing at an ever-increasing rate. Today, approximately 60% of vehicles use aluminum wheels. Some high-end manufactures have a ratio of nearly 100%. Virtually all aftermarket wheels are cast or forged aluminum. This is a natural transition, as the aluminum wheel is lighter, providing better performance, handling, and improved gas mileage. Read All