Steel wheels are the wonderbread of rims. They are cheap, functional, and ultimately forgettable. Steel wheels, called steelies for short, don’t have much to say for themselves besides they work. If you need a set of wheels that simply work and are light on your wallet, then they’re your option. However, with their cheapness comes several problems. First off, they are heavy. Steel, for how strong it is, is not a light metal, and having to lug them around will put a toll on your car’s handling, fuel economy, and speed. Additionally, steel rims don’t dissipate heat all too well, potentially injuring your brakes.