Glossary / Suspension

wheel cover

15 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A wheel cover is a small piece that sits on the middle of your car’s wheel. It looks nice and can keep dirt from getting into the wheel, but it isn’t needed for driving.

Technical Definition

A wheel cover, also known as a hubcap or wheel cap, is a decorative or protective shell that fits over the center of a vehicle’s wheel. It can be made from metal, plastic, or composite materials and often hides the lug nuts.

Hear It Discussed

"Soit'sa65,it'sblack,andit'sgotuhitlookslikewheelcoversonit withwhitewalltires. It'sgotsidepipesonit,butIdon'tthinkthosearefactorysidepipes."
Is The Synthetic Oil Shortage Here? In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 06:35

"[4188.9s] and you run the window sticker... [4194.4s] It said deluxe wheel covers that it was, that it was supposed to come with."
Drool Ponds and Ram Air Dreams: V8 Radio’s MCACN 2025 Recap with Starlight Black GTOs and Hemi Convertible Madness! V8 Radio Podcast 09:48

"And the only thing that I will say is the Giorgio Armani package gives you the GA logo on the wheel covers,"
Toyota's New Supercar, Mustang Longevity, the Best Lexus, and a Surprising SUV The AutoGuide Show 20:40