Have you heard of Unplugged Performance? It is the company that manufactures and repairs accessories for Tesla Inc. Known for developing high-end, top-quality parts, albeit at a high price, it has unveiled its latest creation, the UP Forged Road Warrior (UP-RW) wheel. They have dubbed it ‘indestructible,’ and it is a forged wheel designed specifically for autonomous mobility, as well as for Tesla’s Cybercab and Robotaxi fleet. It is a compatible wheel with the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y.
One of the main features is that the UP-RW is forged from aerospace-grade aluminum 6061-T6. It comes with a protector that shields it from curb impacts, which can be replaced without the need to disassemble the wheel or tire. The price for a set of four 19-inch wheels is $2,595, and $2,575 for 20 inches. This is a limited-time offer that excludes taxes and includes hubcaps and curb protection rings, so if you are a fan of Unplugged Performance’s innovations, this is your opportunity!
Unplugged Performance
Founded by Ben Schaffer in 2013 in Hawthorne, California, it has become one of the most sophisticated and prestigious companies in the market. Among its services, it specializes in customizing and enhancing vehicles from Tesla Inc., focusing on differentiation and boosting sports performance. It is not only involved in Tesla’s design but also in the Hawthorne Supercharger. It also carries out the design, prototyping, and manufacturing of its own products.
Among its collaborations with Tesla are the modifications made to the Tesla Cybertruck, and with Koenigsegg Advanced Manufacturing, it homologates the manufacturing and quality processes. It is not just another automotive company; it offers a wide range of high-performance accessories and body kits worldwide, working with materials such as carbon fiber, suspension systems, and wheels.
UP Forged Road Warrior (UP-RW) tire
The latest launch from Unplugged Performance has consisted of their latest creation, the UP Forged Road Warrior (UP-RW) wheel. The company describes it as “indestructible” and “designed for the future of autonomous mobility and Tesla’s Cybercab and Robotaxi fleet.” They describe it as one of the most aerodynamic wheels produced by the company due to the combination of its aerodynamic design and super lightweight construction. Tests revealed that it has great efficiency both at highway speeds and in urban drives. On the other hand, in wind tunnel tests, it achieved almost the same results as Tesla’s wheel with lower drag, the 18″ Photon Aero Covered.
Features
The design of the new tire has taken into account the existing Tesla models, so it is compatible with the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y versions. Why do they consider it indestructible? The tire is forged from aerospace-grade aluminum 6061-T6. It also has a forged aluminum ring that protects it from scrapes or impacts with curbs.
This ring can be replaced if necessary, without having to disassemble the wheel or the tire. What is the purpose of the protective ring? It acts as a receiver for damage and impacts, and it is integrated into the design of the tire. Although it is necessary to read the fine print of this company statement, Unplugged Performance offers a lifetime warranty to users in case they bend or crack a UP-RW.
How much does the indestructible tire cost?
Like the expectations for Unplugged Performance products, the price of the UP-RW is high. A set of four 19-inch wheels is $2,595. If you opt for a 20-inch set, the price is $2,575. As a limited-time offer, the company has included free hubcaps and protective rings with the purchase, and has removed taxes. If you are a fan of Unplugged Performance products, it might be time to get their new design!
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