A hub centric ring (also called a spigot ring or centering ring) is a plastic or aluminium ring that fits between the wheel's center bore and the car's hub. It centers the wheel precisely on the hub and eliminates vibrations while driving. A hub centric ring is needed when the wheel's center bore is larger than the car's hub.
Hub centric rings are needed when you install aftermarket alloy wheels with a center bore larger than your car's hub. Without hub centric rings, the wheel won't center properly, causing vibrations in the steering wheel especially at speeds above 60 km/h. Hub centric rings also make wheel installation easier, as the wheel sits in the correct position immediately.
You need hub centric rings if your wheel's center bore is larger than your car's hub diameter. Check your wheel's center bore (often stamped on the back of the wheel) and compare it to your car's hub size. For example, if the wheel is 72.6 mm and the hub is 57.1 mm, you need a 72.6→57.1 hub centric ring. OEM wheels typically don't need hub centric rings.
A hub centric ring centers the wheel on the hub without changing the ET offset or wheel position. It's a thin ring that fills the gap between the center bore and hub. Wheel spacers, on the other hand, push the wheel outward and change the ET offset. They are different products for different purposes.
You need two measurements: 1) Wheel center bore diameter (outer measurement) — found on the back of the wheel or in the manufacturer's specs. 2) Car hub diameter (inner measurement) — found in your car's technical data or by measuring. Hub centric ring size is expressed as outer→inner, e.g. 72.6→57.1 mm.
You can find your car's hub size by: 1) Checking our car models database. 2) Looking in your car's owner manual. 3) Measuring the hub diameter with calipers. 4) Asking us — tell us your car make, model and year and we'll tell you the right size.
The wheel center bore size is usually stamped on the back of the wheel along with other technical data (e.g. 7.5Jx17 ET45 5x112 72.6). It's usually the last number. You can also measure it with calipers. If you can't find the info, ask the wheel manufacturer or us.
Yes, you can. Hub centric rings have a small tolerance, and a 0.1–0.2 mm difference in the outer or inner measurement won't practically affect performance. If the exact size isn't available, choose the closest size.
Our standard hub centric rings are made of precision heat-resistant plastic that withstands temperature changes, moisture, and mechanical stress. We also offer aluminium hub centric rings for more demanding applications — they handle higher temperatures and provide even greater precision.
Plastic hub centric rings are sufficient for most applications. They're lightweight, affordable, and perform excellently in normal driving. Aluminium hub centric rings handle heat better and are more durable, especially when the rings are very thin. Aluminium is a good choice for more demanding use, such as track driving.
Hub centric rings practically last the entire lifespan of the wheels. They don't wear out in normal use. The only reason to replace them is if you switch to wheels with a different center bore. Plastic hub centric rings last decades when properly installed. Note: very thin rings may get damaged during installation if you're not careful.
Hub centric rings are installed simply by pressing them into the wheel's center bore before mounting the wheel on the car. 1) Clean the hub and wheel center bore. 2) Press the ring into the wheel bore — it should fit snugly. 3) Mount the wheel on the car normally. The hub centric ring stays between the wheel and hub.
No. The hub centric ring stays in the wheel and moves with it. During tire changes (e.g. summer/winter tires), you don't need to handle the ring separately. If you switch to different wheels with a different center bore, you'll need different hub centric rings.
Yes, installation is easy and doesn't require special tools. Press the hub centric ring into the wheel's center bore and mount the wheel on the car normally. We recommend cleaning the hub and wheel contact surfaces before installation.
In-stock standard sizes ship within 1–2 business days. Custom hub centric rings are manufactured to order and take approximately 2–3 business days. We ship worldwide.
Standard sizes start from 14.90 € / set (4 pcs). Custom hub centric rings start from 49.90 € / set. Price includes 4 hub centric rings — one complete set for all four wheels.
You need 4 pieces — one for each wheel. All our products are sold as sets of 4, so one order is enough for one set of wheels.
We accept credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard), PayPal, and bank transfers. All payments are processed securely.
Standard size hub centric rings have a 14-day return and exchange policy. If the ring doesn't fit, you can return it for a refund or exchange for the correct size. Note: custom hub centric rings cannot be returned as they are manufactured individually to your specifications.
Yes, we ship hub centric rings worldwide. Shipping costs are added to the order at checkout. For US customers, please visit us.hubcentric-rings.com.
A custom hub centric ring is manufactured to your exact specifications. If our standard range doesn't include the right size for your wheel and car combination, we can manufacture hub centric rings with precisely the right measurements. Just provide the outer and inner diameter.
Custom hub centric rings are manufactured within 2–3 business days from order. After manufacturing, they ship immediately and delivery takes 1–2 business days.
Custom hub centric rings are manufactured with extreme precision. Typical tolerance is ±0.05 mm, ensuring an excellent fit.
Custom hub centric rings are manufactured from precision-grade durable engineering plastic. Temperature resistance is approximately 100 °C.
