Upgraded Wheels: Indestructible Aftermarket Wheels Now Available for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, Aimed for Robotaxi Futures
Unplugged Performance, a leading provider of premium aftermarket upgrades for Tesla vehicles, has unveiled the UP Forged Road Warrior (UP-RW) wheel, a robust and efficient wheel designed specifically for Tesla Model 3, Model Y, and forthcoming vehicles such as the Cybercab and Robotaxi fleet.
The UP-RW Road Warrior stands out with its unique features, including a replaceable Curb Guard Ring. This stealthy outer ring absorbs impacts from curbs and potholes, allowing for easy replacement without the need to remove tires or the entire wheel. This innovative design not only maintains the wheel's aesthetics but also keeps replacement costs minimal.
The UP-RW Road Warrior is crafted from 6061-T6 forged aluminum, offering an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio without compromising on durability or crack resistance. Each wheel boasts an extremely high load capacity of over 950 kg per wheel, making it the strongest wheel option available for Model 3 and Model Y. This strength matches that of Unplugged Performance's UP-FIT Police wheels, which are trusted in high-impact real-world law enforcement environments.
The UP-RW Road Warrior is engineered with the future in mind, designed for high-mileage driving, stop-and-go city use, and maximum uptime. Its aerodynamic efficiency is demonstrated through Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) testing, which shows the UP-RW wheel nearly matches the drag coefficient of Tesla’s most efficient production wheel—the 18” Photon Aero Covered wheel—with only a 0.010 difference in drag coefficient (Cd), supporting high-speed efficiency.
The UP-RW Road Warrior is built to use factory OEM tires without changing tire sizes, simplifying upgrades and reducing costs. Its narrower 8.5-inch width allows OEM tires to bulge outward slightly, creating a cushioning “tire pillow” that provides additional protection to the wheel lips against curb damage.
The UP-RW Road Warrior is also equipped with an integrated metal curb guard, providing an extra layer of protection against curb rash. This feature can be replaced without needing to remove tires or replace the entire wheel, ensuring the wheel's longevity and aesthetics.
The UP-RW Road Warrior ships with billet-forged Center Caps and Curb Guards, adding to its premium appearance. The wheel is available in finishes such as Two-Tone Satin Black & Satin Gunmetal, designed for visual appeal.
Unplugged Performance offers a free lifetime replacement guarantee if the wheel is bent or cracked, testifying to the confidence in its durability. The UP-RW Road Warrior is engineered to handle the high demands of California Robotaxi fleets and everyday Tesla owners, serving as a long-lasting wheel that can be “the last wheel you’ll ever need.”
Tesla's Robotaxi service is currently in limited pilot testing in Austin, Texas, with plans to expand to other cities pending regulatory approval. The UP-RW Road Warrior was built with durability, efficiency, and long-term cost savings in mind, making it an ideal choice for both personal and fleet vehicles.
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- The UP-RW Road Warrior wheel, designed by Unplugged Performance, is not just for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y but also for future vehicles like the Cybercab and Robotaxi fleet, featuring a unique Curb Guard Ring that absorbs impacts, keeping replacement costs minimal and maintaining its aesthetic appeal.
- Engineered with futuristic considerations, the UP-RW Road Warrior is designed for high-mileage driving, stop-and-go city use, and maximum uptime, boasting an aerodynamic efficiency that almost matches Tesla’s most efficient production wheel, the 18” Photon Aero Covered wheel.
- Embracing the combination of lifestyle and technology, the UP-RW Road Warrior is compatible with factory OEM tires without changing sizes, featuring an integrated metal curb guard for extra protection against curb rash, making it a smartphone-worthy addition for both personal and electric-vehicle fleets.
