Check out the 2012 Calendars & Wallpapers! Each month we post a fresh new calendar and desktop wallpaper with a hot model and a new wheel. You can download either one or both to your desktop!
2012 Calendars + Wallpapers
[Fresh] for 2012
Have you checked out the 2012 line with Fresh new styles from KÖNIG? If not, you might just have stumbled onto greatness!
New Privat Wheels Facebook Fan Page
Without further adue, Privat Wheels now has a Facebook Fan Page. If you are a fan of Konig Wheels, please be sure to check out the Privat Wheels Fan Page and “Like” to stay up to date with everything Privat!
Forza Motorsport 4 / Hyundai Veloster
For everyone out there who plays Forza Motorsport 4 you know it’s an awesome game with stunning graphics and superior gameplay. We here would like to agree! What’s even cooler about the game is the new partnership with Hyundai that offers you a free release DLC (Downloadable Content) of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
The Veloster in Forza Motorsport 4 is a perfect rendering of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster built by PM Lifestyle, which you may have seen at the 2011 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. If you have seen the car you then certainly noticed the stealthy KÖNIG Deception wheels, blueberry paint and carbon fiber components. If you haven’t seen this Veloster, be sure to check it out at a local show nearest you as the car will be on tour with Universal Technical Institute (UTI) in 2012. If not, check out the gallery below.
The Hyundai Veloster DLC can be downloaded from the Xbox 360 Storefront: CobraTuner
Images are courtesy of Forza Motorsport 4 / Turn 10 Studios + Fuel Culture
SEMA News / MAT Technology & New Trends
In the most recent issue of SEMA News (February), featured on page 23 Market Trends in Tires and Wheels, is the KÖNIG Milligram. The KÖNIG Milligram comes in three finishes: Matte Black, Silver and Gold with a Machined Undercut and are created using MAT Technology. Sizes are 18″ diameter only and come in 8.5, 9.5, and 10″ widths.
Also in this same wheel and tire trends article, Joseph Schaefer, President of KÖNIG American and chair-elect of SEMA’s Wheel & Tire Council (WTC) explained MAT Technology. “MAT Technology, a process which was developed by Enkei Japan, involves the spinning of the wheel and the barrel is squeezed in between two dies, which increases the strength and integrity of the wheel and a reduction in the materials required.” It’s definitely worth mentioning that KÖNIG has another wheel in the MAT family, the KÖNIG Kilogram.
Schaefer also explained that directional wheels may be a trend on the horizon. New for 2012, KÖNIG debuted the Turn_One a directional styled wheel finished in Quicksilver and Mirror Machine Face and Undercut.
Project 1973 / 240Z
Every so often a mag will land on our desk and we will flip through the book and check out all the latest projects. Looking through issue #21 of Nissan Sport Mag we were excited to see a 1973 / 240Z project, which was later in it’s stages. The body work was near complete and the 270 was entering the wrap phase. Instead of the retro BRE race look, they chose a modernized design. In combination with the modern wrap, they chose the old school style of the KÖNIG Rewind in Graphite with Machine Lip. The Rewind also comes in Silver with Machine Lip, and sizes ranging from 14 x 7 through 16 x 7 with low offsets, which make it a great choice for all of your retro vehicle projects. Be sure to stay tuned as Project 240Z is set to get some more engine upgrades including a header and 2-1/2″ exhaust system.
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Sonic Insider – 5 Killer Wheels
So if you haven’t been paying attention you might have missed a really cool subcompact vehicle platform that Chevy recently released. The Chevy Sonic is an awesome little platform that packs a mighty punch. With a sleek and classy presence this vehicle is offered with a turbocharged engine.
Anyhow, Sonic Insider recently published an article that highlighted 5 killer wheel designs for the new chevy sonic. The Konig Z-In was one of them! We are happy to a part of that club and even more so to continue to make products that can toughen up your car!
Check out the article here: FRESH OUTTA THE BOX: 5 KILLER WHEEL CHOICES FOR YOUR CHEVY SONIC
2012 Honda Civic Si Project
Stay tuned to Performance Auto Sound Magazine as they are working on their latest project. The 2012 Honda Civic Si has been paired with some really cool looking Advanti Racing Denaro Wheels in 19×8.5.
Stay Tuned for more on this project!
Happy New Year!
As we get closer to 2012, we would like to wish you all a very safe, prosperous and Happy New Year!
Thank you from the entire Konig Wheels Family!
Happy Holidays!
We just wanted to take a few minutes out to wish everyone and their families a very safe and happy holiday season! We sincerely appreciate all the support that you provide us and we couldn’t do it with out you!
Thank you from the entire Konig Wheels Family!
