Wheel spacers are one of the simplest and most effective upgrades you can make to your car’s stance and handling. But what exactly do they do — and why do so many enthusiasts fit them?
The Basics
A wheel spacer is a precision-machined disc that fits between your wheel and hub, pushing the wheel outward slightly. By increasing the track width, spacers give your car a wider, more aggressive stance and create extra clearance for brakes, coilovers, or suspension components.
In short, wheel spacers change how your wheels sit — not just how they look.
Improved Stance and Fitment
The most obvious benefit is aesthetic. Spacers allow you to fine-tune how your wheels sit within the arches, achieving a flush or “filled-out” look that makes the car appear lower and wider. Whether you’ve fitted coilovers, aftermarket wheels, or wide tyres, spacers help you dial in the perfect fitment.
Better Handling and Stability
By increasing the track width (the distance between the left and right wheels), spacers can improve cornering stability and grip. A slightly wider stance helps distribute load more evenly during cornering, giving the car a more planted feel — particularly noticeable on fast road setups.
Brake and Suspension Clearance
Spacers can also be used to create the clearance needed for larger brake calipers or coilover struts. Many aftermarket brake kits sit closer to the wheel spokes, so a small spacer (typically 3mm–5mm) can prevent contact while maintaining safe hub engagement.
Hub Centric vs Non-Hub Centric
Not all spacers are created equal. Hub centric wheel spacers are designed with a centre bore that perfectly matches your car’s hub, ensuring the wheel remains properly centred. This eliminates vibrations and ensures a secure fit — which is why all Killer Offset, Demon, and Bimecc spacers supplied by Stanced UK are fully hub centric and manufactured from premium 6061-T6 aluminium alloy.
Are Wheel Spacers Safe?
When fitted correctly using the right length bolts or studs, quality wheel spacers are completely safe. The key is to use high-grade materials and precise hub centric design. Cheap cast spacers or non-hub centric options can cause vibration, wheel wobble, or uneven load distribution — issues you’ll never face with Killer Offset, Demon, or Bimecc spacers.
The Bottom Line
Wheel spacers aren’t just about looks — they’re a precision tool for improving stance, handling, and clearance. Whether you’re chasing perfect fitment or need space for a brake upgrade, a properly engineered set of spacers can make all the difference.
✅ Explore our full range of Killer Offset, Demon, and Bimecc hub centric spacers at Stanced UK – specialists in premium wheel spacer kits for street, show, and performance cars.
