Abstract: A method and apparatus for attaching an ornamental overlay to a vehicle wheel by injecting adhesive foam through an aperture of the wheel and into a cavity formed between the wheel and the overlay. A first nest engages the outboard side of the wheel/overlay assembly to seal the inner periphery of the overlay, the valve stem opening of the overlay, the lug bolt receiving holes of the wheel, the pilot aperture of the wheel, and/or the valve stem opening of the wheel. A secondary nest engages the inboard side of the wheel/overlay assembly to seal the wheel apertures and a plurality of turbine openings in the overlay. A nozzle disposed within the secondary nest is adapted to inject the adhesive foam into the cavity through either a gap between the periphery of a wheel aperture and the periphery of a corresponding turbine opening in the overlay, through a straight or angled hole within a spoke, or through a groove within a spoke.

Abstract: A wheel insert for removable placement within the apertures of the wheel rim of a vehicle wheel for preventing mud, dirt and debris from entering and blocking the apertures and marring the vehicle wheel includes a tubular body portion insertable into the aperture, a closed end flange engaging the rear surface of the wheel rim, a front flange spaced from the end flange for engaging the front surface of the wheel rim, and a pair of inwardly projecting receiving flanges adjacent the front flange for holding a stiffening and closure member that locks the wheel insert within the aperture and to the wheel rim with the stiffening and closure member having both reflective and decorative elements for enhancing the safety and aesthetic features of the wheel insert by enhancing the visibility of the vehicle wheels at night.

Abstract: A composite wheel that includes a wheel having an outer surface, a plurality of exposed apertures formed in a circular pattern in a central hub region of the wheel, and a centrally-located hub aperture extending through the wheel. The composite wheel also includes a wheel cladding having a body conforming to the outer surface of the wheel, an exposed outer surface, and an inner surface facing the wheel when the wheel cladding is attached to the wheel. The wheel cladding includes at least one alignment tab extending from the inner surface and engaging the hub aperture and aligning the cladding with respect to the hub aperture, and at least one support post extending from the inner surface substantially proximate the hub aperture and structurally supporting the wheel cladding with respect to the wheel.

Abstract: A is attached to a hollow portion in a wheel, an inner peripheral groove is provided on an inner peripheral surface of the hollow portion and an outer peripheral groove is provided on the outer peripheral surface of the cap, forming a single annular space. Into the annular space a C-spring or an O-ring is inserted, thereby attaching the cap to the wheel. Further, the O-ring is sandwiched between the annular surface of the wheel and the inner surface of the cap, or magnets are sandwiched therebetween, for eliminating rattling.

Abstract: A vehicle wheel includes a central hub region and a rim coaxial with the central hub region. The rim is configured to receive a motor vehicle tire and includes an exposed annular surface visible when the tire is received on the rim. A middle region extends from the central hub region toward the rim and joins the central hub region and the rim. The wheel additionally includes a cover member configured to attach to the exposed annular surface of the rim. The cover member is configured to substantially conform to a shape of the exposed annular surface of the rim and to substantially continue a contour of the tire when the tire is received on the rim.

Abstract: This invention relates to an automobile road-wheel cover and, more particularly, this invention relates to a road-wheel cover with an extension that extends beyond that of the road-wheel it covers, giving the illusion of an over sized rim paired with a low profile tire.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for covering wheels of a vehicle are disclosed. The apparatus may include a wheel cover having a display region configured to receive a removable covering.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for attaching an ornamental overlay to a vehicle wheel by injecting adhesive foam through an aperture of the wheel and into a cavity formed between the wheel and the overlay. A first nest engages the outboard side of the wheel/overlay assembly to seal the inner periphery of the overlay, the valve stem opening of the overlay, the lug bolt receiving holes of the wheel, the pilot aperture of the wheel, and/or the valve stem opening of the wheel. A secondary nest engages the inboard side of the wheel/overlay assembly to seal the wheel apertures and a plurality of turbine openings in the overlay. A nozzle disposed within the secondary nest is adapted to inject the adhesive foam into the cavity through either a gap between the periphery of a wheel aperture and the periphery of a corresponding turbine opening in the overlay, through a straight or angled hole within a spoke, or through a groove within a spoke.

Abstract: A rim protection apparatus fitted around a periphery of a rim of a motor vehicle wheel is provided. The rim protection apparatus covers the circumferential edge of the rim. The apparatus has substantially planar circular protective ring and means for fitting the protective ring around the periphery of the rim. The protective ring has a front surface and a back surface, the back surface being coupled with the rim of the wheel when the apparatus is fitted around the periphery of the rim of the wheel, the front surface being a decorative surface accenting the color and appearance of the wheel. The protective ring is fitted around the periphery of the rim with an adhesive layer disposed on the back surface of the protective ring.

Abstract: Drive wheel (6) is designed to pivot around a first axis (X-X?), which in particular is horizontal, for the purpose of advance of the vehicle, and around a second axis (Y-Y?), which in particular is vertical, for the purpose of steering of the vehicle, while fairing (8) extends laterally to the vicinity of wheel (6) when the vehicle is in operation, so that it at least partly covers an outer side of said wheel. Fairing (8) is not linked in rotation to wheel (6) around the first axis, with the result that it is not constrained to rotate around said axis during the advance of the vehicle, whereas said fairing is linked in rotation to said wheel around the second axis, so that it follows the steering movements of said wheel.

Abstract: Inserts that are configured to be placed in gaps provide between wheel covers and underlying wheel of wheel assemblies. The inserts are made from materials that are suitable rigid and strong so as to reinforce and protect the overlying portions of the wheel cover from impact damage such as denting in the case of metal wheel covers and cracking or breaking in the case of plastic wheel covers. The inserts further prevent otherwise hollow portions of the wheel assembly from sounding, feeling or seeming hollow.

Abstract: A method of fabricating decorative wheel covers which involves forming decorative wheel covers that have sharp edges such as edges along brake vent windows or openings. The shape edges are dulled by subjecting the wheel covers to a plating process that plates both sides of the wheel covers. The plating process rounds off or dulls the shape edges of the wheel covers. The ability to dull the sharp edges of the wheel covers allows for the design and fabrication of metal wheel covers having profiles that push the limits on the formability of metals such as stainless steel. The plating method also dulls sharp edges on plastic wheel covers.

Abstract: A wheel shield adapted to protect a wheel from materials such as brake dust, and in so doing modify the appearance of a wheel and/or modify the flow of air across an outboard surface of the wheel. Also disclosed are a method of mounting a wheel shield to a vehicle, as well as features that improve the shields ability to dissipate heat, and which improve visibility of the shield while decreasing the amount of glare produced by the shield.

Abstract: The hub cap has first end wall portion, a sidewall portion and a laterally extending mounting flange. There are plural fastener-receiving openings in the flange. A second endwall portion is integrally formed on the flange and is free from engagement with the hold-down ring. The second end wall portion has a plurality of integral retainers of reduced diameter with respect to the remainder of the wall. There is a hold down ring made from a stiff metal material, overlying the flange on the hub cap. The hold down ring has plural fastener-receiving openings therein, and the retainers snugly secure the hold-down ring in its installed position.

Abstract: Wheel assemblies that include decorative wheel covers which are bonded to wheels by sound dampening adhesive patterns that include primary adhesive patterns that are sufficient to secure the wheel covers to the wheels and an auxiliary adhesive patterns that include discrete portions that are provided in hollow portions defined by the primary adhesive patterns between the wheel covers and wheels. The discrete portions of the auxiliary adhesive patterns prevent the hollow portions from sounding hollow.

Abstract: A wheel cover for an automobile wheel cover includes a main body having a plurality of light emitting members, and a generating device mounted in the main body and including a housing, a shaft, a rotor, a counterweight having a sensing body, a coil set, and a circuit board having a sensing body that is movable to align with the sensing body of the counterweight. Thus, the light emitting members of the wheel cover blinks intermittently during movement of the automobile to indicate patterns having a fixed shape, thereby enhancing the aesthetic quality of the wheel cover, and thereby providing a warning effect to other person on the road.

Abstract: A metal protective cover includes an annular insertion section and an enveloping section. The protective cover further includes a rearward extending portion that extends rearward from the enveloping section. The rearward extending portion includes an annular extension that is shaped to form a fold. The rearward extending portion of the protective cover shaped by the method will not restore its shape before shaping. The fold of the protective cover securely engages a stepped portion of a vehicle wheel. Thus, the rearward extending portion of the protective cover can be reliably engaged with the vehicle wheel. A durable and reliable protective cover is thus provided.

Abstract: An oscillator or spinner assembly includes an accessory mount configured for securing to the lugs of a wheel. A removable decorative oscillator is mounted to the accessory mount using mounting bolts. A bearing assembly is provided to facilitate rotation of the oscillator. Weights may be affixed to various portions of the oscillator to achieve desired rotational effects. By securing the oscillator assembly to a wheel using the wheel's lugs, it is unnecessary to remove wheels for installing and removing the oscillator assembly. Additionally, the oscillator or spinner may be readily changed without requiring removal of the wheels. Furthermore, the decorative oscillator or spinner may readily be changed without removal of the wheel and without removal of the entire assembly.

Abstract: A composite wheel that includes a wheel having an outer surface, a plurality of exposed apertures formed in a circular pattern in a central hub region of the wheel, and a centrally-located hub aperture extending through the wheel. The composite wheel also includes a wheel cladding having a body conforming to the outer surface of the wheel, an exposed outer surface, and an inner surface facing the wheel when the wheel cladding is attached to the wheel. The wheel cladding includes at least one alignment tab extending from the inner surface and engaging the hub aperture and aligning the cladding with respect to the hub aperture, and at least one support post extending from the inner surface substantially proximate the hub aperture and structurally supporting the wheel cladding with respect to the wheel.

Abstract: A wheel spinner assembly adapted to be mounted on a motorcycle wheel includes a hub that fits onto the central portion of the wheel rim assembly. A flanged member is mounted for rotation on one or more bearings supported on the hub. The flanged member includes a plurality of radially extending connector flanges. Individual spinner wings are removably and replaceably connected to the connector flanges so as to extend radially outwardly therefrom. An annular cap member is disposed adjacent to the bearing(s) in engagement with an end wall of the hub and holds the bearing(s) in place. Bolts extending through the cap member and the hub affix the assembly to the wheel rim assembly.

Abstract: A cap 2 or 4 that can be easily attached to and removed from a wheel has no weak parts susceptible to breakage. The cap 2 or 4 is attached to a hollow portion 1f in the wheel 1, an inner peripheral groove 1e being provided on an inner peripheral surface 1c of the hollow portion 1f and an outer peripheral groove 2e being provided on the outer peripheral surface 2c of the cap, thus forming a single annular space. Into such annular space a C-spring 3 or an O-ring 5 is inserted, thereby attaching the cap 2 or 4 to the wheel 1. Further, an O-ring 5 may be sandwiched between the annular surface 1d of the wheel 1 and the inner surface 2d of the cap 2, or magnets 6a and 6b may be sandwiched therebetween, and rattling is eliminated.

Abstract: A wheel upon which interchangeable components may be mounted to the change the appearance thereof, is provided. The wheel may include a base wheel skeleton including a rim, a hub and spokes. Each spoke may include threaded holes adjacent the rim. Additional threaded holes may be disposed generally around a periphery of the hub. A hub cap may be attachable to the wheel on a first side of the wheel and include mounting extensions for attachment of the hub cap to the threaded holes around hub. Skin elements may be attachable to the wheel and include holes for attachment of one end of the skin element to one of the threaded holes adjacent the connection of the spokes to the rim. The skin elements may further include an extension disposable under a portion of the hub cap for retention of another end of the skin element by the hub cap.

Abstract: A one way free spinning hubcap assembly that allows hubcaps of a vehicle to freely spin in one direction independent of the rotation of the associated wheel. For example, when a vehicle using the invention accelerates or maintains its forward velocity the hubcaps of a vehicle are forced to spin at the same rate as the wheels. However, when the vehicle then slows or stops the hubcaps are free to continue spinning independently of the motion of the wheels.

Abstract: A wheel cover is disclosed. The wheel cover reduces the drag and operating temperatures of a tire/wheel arrangement. The wheel cover includes an exhaust port, a bridge section located over the exhaust port, and a pressure sensor arrangement disposed on the bridge section.

Abstract: A wheel upon which interchangeable components may be mounted to the change the appearance thereof, is provided. The wheel may include a base wheel skeleton including a rim, a hub and spokes. Each spoke may include threaded holes adjacent the rim. Additional threaded holes may be disposed generally around a periphery of the hub. A hub cap may be attachable to the wheel on a first side of the wheel and include mounting extensions for attachment of the hub cap to the threaded holes around hub. Skin elements may be attachable to the wheel and include holes for attachment of one end of the skin element to one of the threaded holes adjacent the connection of the spokes to the rim. The skin elements may further include an extension disposable under a portion of the hub cap for retention of another end of the skin element by the hub cap.

Abstract: A disc brake cover that is perforated to receive the outboard end of the hub of the disc brake and attachment members for connecting the cover and a vehicle wheel to the disc brake rotor. The cover extends radially outward beyond the outboard end face of the brake rotor hub and is imperforate there to shield the brake from view through openings in the wheel.

Abstract: A wheel spinner assembly mountable onto a corresponding wheel of a vehicle is provided. The assembly includes a spinner hub supportable by the wheel. The spinner hub supports a spindle and a bearing assembly. An ornamental spinner is secured to the bearing assembly to permit the spinner to rotate relative to the vehicle wheel. An assembly nut serves to secure the ornamental spinner to the spindle for ease of removal.

Abstract: Securing elements are provided for securing a wheel cover to a wheel, and are pivotally connected to connecting projections equidistantly spaced near an edge of an inward side of a wheel cover. Each securing element has a connecting plate, which projects downwards from a lower end thereof, and which has an engaging block projecting from an inward side, and an engaging space formed right above the engaging block. The securing elements are joined to respective connecting projections so that the former can be pivoted on the latter between an upright in-use position where the engaging blocks are fitted into the engaging holes and a not-in-use laid down position where the engaging blocks are disengaged from the engaging holes and where the engaging spaces receive the bar-shaped portions therein. Thus, wheels covers equipped with the securing elements can occupy less space when stacked up in a pile.

Abstract: A laminate wheel protector (10, 30, 40, 50, 60, 80, 90, 180) includes layers of canvas cloth impregnated with synthetic resin that is polymerized through heat and pressure for insulating a hub or drum of a machine from a wheel. A method for creating a laminate wheel protector (10, 30, 40, 50, 60, 80, 90, 180) includes applying pressure to layers of canvas saturated in synthetic resin, applying heat to polymerize to create a laminate, cutting the laminate to form an outer circular circumference, an inner circular opening and a plurality of bolt holes. The laminate wheel protector (10, 30, 40, 50, 60, 80, 90, 180) has numerous advantages including preventing oxidation, rust, and galvanic electrolysis between metallic surfaces, reduce heat transfer and vibration, increase longevity and provide proper contact between metallic surfaces among numerous other advantages.

Abstract: In the present invention, an edge is extended from the rim of a circular disc of a wheel cover, and such edge is the portion that the circular disc of the wheel cover exceeds the rim of the steel wheel, having an appropriated width to sufficiently block the thickness of the tire and make the tire look thinner.

Abstract: In the present invention, a first set of latch members and a second set of latch members are disposed on a wheel cover; wherein the first set of latch members encloses a first circular area with a first diameter D, the second set of latch members encloses a second circular area with a second diameter d, and the first diameter D is larger than the second diameter d, such that the wheel cover uses different sets of latch members to enclose areas of different diameters and fits the installation of different sized wheels.

Abstract: A wheel upon which interchangeable components may be mounted to the change the appearance thereof, is provided. The wheel may include a base wheel skeleton including a rim, a hub and spokes. Each spoke may include threaded holes adjacent the rim. Additional threaded holes may be disposed generally around a periphery of the hub. A hub cap may be attachable to the wheel on a first side of the wheel and include mounting extensions for attachment of the hub cap to the threaded holes around hub. Skin elements may be attachable to the wheel and include holes for attachment of one end of the skin element to one of the threaded holes adjacent the connection of the spokes to the rim. The skin elements may further include an extension disposable under a portion of the hub cap for retention of another end of the skin element by the hub cap.

Abstract: A wheel center cap for a vehicle wheel includes a substantially planar body portion, and a plurality of flexibly resilient fingers extending substantially orthogonal to the body portion and adapted to be received within a central aperture of a wheel. Each finger includes a pair of sidewalls and an integrally formed outer wall, wherein the outer wall includes a centrally-located portion defining a first radius of curvature, and rounded abutment portions located proximate the sidewalls and having a second radius of curvature that is less than the first radius of curvature.

Abstract: A vehicle wheel assembly includes a wheel made of aluminum alloy and an annular protective cover made of stainless steel. The wheel includes a central hub, a plurality of spokes extending radially outward from the central hub, and a rim. The rim has a front portion, a rear portion, and an intermediate recessed portion. The intermediate recessed portion of the rim includes an inner wall with which a distal end of each spoke is integrally formed. A front annular flange extends outward from the front portion of the rim and has a front circumferential surface and an outer circumferential edge. The annular protective cover presses against an inner wall of the front portion of the rim and envelopes the front circumferential surface and the outer circumferential edge of the front annular flange.

Abstract: An automobile spider wheel is made of aluminum alloys and has an outer face layer made of stainless steel. A process for manufacturing the automobile spider wheel includes working the stainless steel insert by a known press process based on side face shapes of an automobile wheel. Joining faces of the insert are treated roughly by sanding or brushing for joining with melted aluminum alloys. Protrusions are fixed on the joining faces of the insert in positions corresponding to rim support faces of the insert. The stainless steel insert is inserted in surface-to-surface relationship with a surface of a lower mold of a molding device with the protrusions projecting upwardly. The stainless steel insert is integrally molded to the melted alloys to form the wheel by a known die casting process after closing the molding device.

Abstract: A wheel cover (20) that simulates a high profile automotive wheel and tire. The wheel cover (20) includes a base mounting plate (26) that is removably attached to a wheel (22) using conventional methods. A face plate (38), which is configured to partially cover the tire sidewall as well as a central portion of a wheel, is positioned on top of the base mounting plate (26). The mounting plate (26) is attached to the face plate (38) in a spring-loaded manner, which continually urges the face plate (38) to be in contact with the side wall of the tire (24). The spring-loading arrangement permits the face plate (38) to yield when the tire bulges due to weight induced distortion or road hazard impact. The face plate (38) gives way at the tire bulge and yet retains contiguous engagement with the tire. When attached, the face plate (38) extends outward from the wheel's outer perimeter and over a portion of the tire's sidewall, thus producing the appearance of a high profile wheel and tire.

Abstract: A bowl shaped member having a peripheral edge for positioning proximate a wheel rim to prevent dirt from entering therebetween and a central region having a set of lug bolt openings to permit mounting the wheel cover over the axle shaft and proximate the wheel hub so that the lug bolt holds the wheel cover in a rotatable position to allow dirt and debris to fall off the wheel cover without having an opportunity to adhere to the wheel rim.

Abstract: A wheel cap is detachably joined to a disc wheel and having air discharge openings formed in the outer periphery thereof. The wheel cap has a plurality of radial fins provided for the reverse side of the wheel cap and formed from the wheel cap center toward the outside. Further, the wheel cap has an annular air suction opening, and a center plate disposed more adjacent to the center thereof as compared with the air suction opening. The inner distance between the innermost wall of the air suction opening and the center of the wheel cap is shorter than securing distance between a hub nut for securing the disc wheel to an axle hub and the center of the disc wheel.

Abstract: A securing member is provided for securing a wheel cover to a wheel. The securing member has an upper part, and a lower part. The upper part has hooking portions extending from a lower portion. The lower part has an engaging protrusion sticking sideways from a lower portion. The securing member is pivotally connected to one of spaced connecting plates on the edge of a wheel cover. The connecting plates have engaging holes for the hooking portions and the engaging protrusion to be engaged with. The securing member can be connected to the connecting plate in in-use position with the engaging protrusion being inserted into one engaging hole. The securing member can be moved to not-in-use laid-down position so that wheels covers equipped with securing members of the same kind can occupy less space when stacked up in a pile.

Abstract: An annular plate is attached to a drum-type wheel so that the interior of the wheel is no longer exposed to the outside environment. The outside circumference of the plate is connected either to the edges of the drum or to the inner sidewalls that connect the drum to the hub. The inside circumference of the plate is connected to the wheel hub or hub extension. Gussets located on the outside of the plate deflect debris. If the plate is made from heavy material, such as structural steel, it will protect the sidewalls from operational, environmental damage.

Abstract: A wheel overmask for a vechicle having a wheel made of aluminium or alminium alloy. The overmask includes a body of the same material as the wheel and is conformed to the same shape as the contact surface of the wheel to which it is applied.

Abstract: A vehicle wheel cover (10) having a design (36) which replicates the intrinsic design (20) of a vehicle wheel (12), and which includes a central aperture (38) which encompasses a set of lug nuts located on the vehicle wheel (12). The wheel cover (10) also includes a plurality of spaced wheel cover fasteners (44). When the wheel cover (10) is pressed against the vehicle wheel (12) the wheel cover fasteners (44) clip onto a peripheral edge (14) on the vehicle wheel (12) to securely hold the wheel cover (10) to the vehicle wheel (12). When the wheel cover (10) is attached, the vehicle wheel simulates the appearance of a solid, chrome plated vehicle wheel.

Abstract: A mud cap assembly for attachment to a wheel rim comprising a member expandable for forming interlocking engagement with a wheel rim, a cover having an outer surface to inhibit track material from accumulating thereon and a plurality of fasteners for temporarily securing the cover to the member so that track material impinging on the cover slides off the cover to inhibit the creation of an unbalanced condition.

Abstract: A vehicle wheel can be protected against surface damage during a tire cleaning operation by providing a mask over the outer surface of the wheel. The mask can include a circular disk formed out of paper or cardboard. Temporary attachment of the disk to the vehicle wheel can be accomplished by permanent magnets embedded in the disk or by an annular band of pressure sensitive adhesive on one face of the disk.

Abstract: The rim guard is a hollow, thin plastic generally bowl-shaped body, having a large diameter open end and a handgrip that is centrally located along with thumb rest on the incline at the small diameter closed end. The rim guard can be made in different sizes to fit accurately over all rims with two locking clamp-like mechanisms located on the periphery right and left side. When the rim guard is secured over the outer flange portion of the wheel, it will rigidly abut the sidewall of the tire with the two clamps closed and locked in place into the crevice formed between the rim portion of the wheel and the inner sidewall of the tire. The rim guard is thereby held detachably on the wheel to prevent detailing solution from draining downward onto the wheel.

Abstract: A wheel spinner assembly mountable onto a corresponding wheel of a vehicle is provided. The assembly includes a wheel mount supportable by the wheel. A spinner mount is connected to the wheel mount. A bearing assembly is supported by the spinner mount. A spinner is supported by the bearing assembly, wherein the bearing assembly allows the spinner to rotate independently relative to the corresponding wheel as the vehicle is in motion.

Abstract: A garnish light alloy wheel includes a light alloy wheel and a garnish. The light alloy wheel includes an outboard surface and a recess located at a portion of the light alloy wheel including a spoke portion. The recess recedes from the outboard surface of the light alloy wheel. The garnish is manufactured separately from the light alloy wheel and is exchangeably mounted to the light alloy wheel at the recess. The light alloy wheel and the garnish construct a design surface of the garnish light alloy wheel, and the garnish has an outboard surface constructing a portion of the design surface of the garnish light alloy wheel.

Abstract: The invention is a vehicle wheel with a removable vehicle wheel ring and vehicle wheel sized and shaped to simulate the look of a bead-lock vehicle wheel. It has the same appearance as an off road bead lock vehicle wheel. This vehicle wheel can be fabricated without modifying an existing wheel and is street legal wheel and capable of mass-production. The wheel is capable of production at a fraction of the cost of an actual bead lock wheel. The wheel can be produced with a matching or contrasting color for the simulated outer bead lock ring. The simulated outer bead lock ring can have a light reflective surface so that the ring will become much more distinguishable when a light source strikes it. The simulated outer bead lock ring has a far greater ease of interchangeability than a conventional bead lock vehicle wheel.

Abstract: A novel wheel cover for a portable golf cart is comprised of a solid planar plastic disc, a flexible vinyl envelope cover, an elastic rubber band, a flexible pocket, and a zip. The solid planar plastic disc is attached to the center of the flexible vinyl envelope cover by hot melt adhesion. The flexible pocket for small items such as a golf tee, scoring pencil and golf gloves is attached on the surface of the solid planar plastic disc by hot melt adhesion. The zip secures the opening of the pocket. The elastic rubber band is annularly secured in a rim portion of an opening portion of the flexible envelope. The materials of construction for novel wheel cover are, including but not limited to, m-HDPE (metallocene catalyst polymerized high density polyethylene) molding grade and m-LLDPE (metallocene catalyst polymerized linear low density polyethylene) film grade, which are easily adhered to each other by a heat sealing.

Abstract: A wheel cover assembly having an array of pocket inserts correspondingly disposed within an array of turbine pockets of a wheel cover for providing multitudes of different decorative wheel appearances. The pocket inserts are fastened to the wheel cover using an integral snap tab arrangement including integral snap tabs that extend in an inboard direction from the inboard surface of the wheel cover and that are disposed around each turbine pocket. The pocket inserts include integral snap tabs, corresponding to the integral snap tabs of the wheel cover, that extend in an inboard direction from an inboard surface of the pocket insert, and thereby interlock with the integral snap tabs of the wheel cover to retain the pocket inserts within the turbine pockets of the wheel cover. Surface treatments of the wheel cover and pocket inserts can be varied to provide a contrasting decorative appearance across the wheel cover assembly.