they are still manufactured with thick castings and solid spokes (forged aluminum wheels, both lighter and stronger, are generally more expensive and as such, fitted largely to performance vehicles).

A lighter wheel also requires less power to start and stop the vehicle, resulting in lower emissions. One automaker says reducing vehicle weight by 66 pounds is like adding 40 horsepower.

a rare feature for lighters. The flint spring and the flint wheel create the spark for the flame. It's the movement of the two that generates the spark. Next is the wick. The wick zigzags through ...

And that means we know a number of interesting details about the new wheels. Including the fact that they are more than 11% ...

The tire sits against the wheel creating a sort of chamber. Using a nozzle or aerosol can, you spray the tire chamber with lighter fluid. Next, you strike a match or prepare another ignition source.