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Wheel Offset and Backspacing Explained
Offset refers to how your car’s or truck’s wheels and tires are mounted and sit in the wheel wells.
Zero wheel offset is when the hub mounting surface is in line with the centerline of the wheel.
Positive wheel offset is when the hub mounting surface is in front (more toward the street side) of the centerline of the wheel. Most wheels on front-wheel drive cars and newer rear-drive vehicles have positive offset.
Negative offset is when the hub mounting surface is behind the wheel centerline. “Deep dish” wheels are typically a negative offset
Customizing your ride with aftermarket wheels and tires is a fun way to make your car or truck your own. If you’re shopping around, it helps to have a basic understanding of wheel offset.
Proper offset assures your new package has enough clearance so nothing rubs against the suspension, brakes or vehicle body (like fenders, bumpers and mud flaps).
It’s also important for driving safety, since the wrong offset can reduce vehicle stability or interfere with braking.