Why do most wheels have 5 spokes?

[redneck]

Originally Posted by Frank Lee

I guess he doesn't have to worry about the old broom stick in the spokes trick stopping him...


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[tumnasgt]

Originally Posted by galahs

I wonder what fuel economy advantage there would be in saying having
- 3 spoke light weight wheels that are easier for the engine to accelerate but have more openings hence cause more aero dag
- vs heavier disk wheels which are harder for the engine to accelerate but have less or no openings resulting in less aero drag

I believe that's why the two latest generations of Prius have had alloy wheels with plastic trims on the outer edge, improving aero while not adding too much weight (which is especially important on the outer edge as it has a greater effect).

[Arragonis]

Do a Google Images search for Minilite and see the only wheel worth having....

...now if I could afford a set.

[RobertSmalls]

You mean the Very Light Wheel?

[euromodder]

Is that the Continental tyre developed for the Loremo ?

[RobertSmalls]

That's a photo of the Very Light Car's wheel. I don't know the origin of the tires, but a quick Google search says I can buy them at Sears. They also fit a Smart, among other cars.