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Alcoa\u00ae Wheels’ sustainability starts with smarter engineering. By reducing weight, extending service life and supporting circular manufacturing, our aluminium wheels help fleets lower emissions while improving productivity and total cost of ownership<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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We recognise that sustainability is an ongoing journey \u2014 one that demands continuous improvement, transparency and accountability. At Alcoa\u00ae Wheels, we are committed to refining our processes, investing in smarter engineering and working closely with our partners to reduce environmental impact over time. We don\u2019t claim perfection \u2014 we focus on progress.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Why It Matters for Your Fleet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lightweighting That Delivers Real Impact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alcoa\u00ae Wheels are significantly lighter than steel alternatives. Even small weight reductions deliver measurable fuel savings across the life of a vehicle \u2014 adding up to meaningful emissions reductions across an entire fleet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And this isn\u2019t just theory, it\u2019s backed by controlled, real-world testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A track measurement comparing steel wheels and aluminium wheels was conducted using a heavy-duty semi-trailer combination. The testing followed Constant Speed Test Runs (CST), based on Annex VII of Commission Regulation (EU) 2017\/2400, along with additional fuel consumption validation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The results were clear<\/strong>: The vehicle equipped with Alcoa aluminium wheels delivered a fuel saving of 0.29L per 100 km compared to steel wheels<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overall, fuel consumption decreased by 1.29% when replacing steel wheels with aluminium wheels<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calculate your individual weight saving with the Payload Calculator<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALUMINIUM: A CIRCULAR MATERIAL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Supports circular economy principles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Aluminium wheels don\u2019t become waste \u2014 they become raw material for the future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Durability Is Sustainability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Precision-forged aluminium wheels are engineered for long service life. Fewer replacements mean less material consumption, reduced downtime and lower environmental impact over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Sustainability That Supports ESG Goals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Alcoa\u00ae Wheels help fleets progress toward sustainability targets by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • contributes to reduced Global Warming Potential (GWP)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Over the entire life cycle (720.000 km in 12 years) the forged aluminium Alcoa\u00ae<\/sup> wheels are able to reduce the GWP impact by 2,2 t to 3,6 t CO2-equivalent (eq.) for a 12 m standard city bus (6 wheels) and by 4,3 t to 4,9 t CO2-eq. for an articulated city bus (10 wheels) compared to steel wheels.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Over the entire life cycle (1.300.000 km in 10 years) the forged aluminium Alcoa\u00ae<\/sup> wheels are able to reduce the GWP impact of a truck and trailer combination (12 wheels) by 4,06 t CO2-eq. compared to steel wheels.**<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      *Source: ThinkStep (2017) Comparative Life Cycle Assessment of Aluminium Alcoa\u00ae<\/sup> wheels and Steel Wheels for City Buses
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      Ready to Make a Lighter Choice?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Explore how lightweight aluminium wheels can support your fleet\u2019s sustainability strategy.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Talk to Our Team<\/strong> 1800 955 191<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Environmental Care Alcoa\u00ae Wheels’ sustainability starts with smarter engineering. By reducing weight, extending service life and supporting circular manufacturing, our aluminium wheels help fleets lower emissions while improving productivity and total cost of ownership Our Commitment We recognise that sustainability is an ongoing journey \u2014 one that demands continuous improvement, transparency and accountability. 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