{"title":"XTREME Rim Care — SONAX","description":"\u003c!-- BLOCK 1: HEADER + INTRO + KEY-BENEFITS --\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCleaning, sealing, and caring for rims – the SONAX XTREME Rim Care System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat does SONAX XTREME Rim Care entail? A coordinated three-stage system consisting of an acid-free intensive cleaner, ceramic detailer, and long-lasting sealant – for rims that look freshly mounted after every wash.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone who wants rims not only clean but permanently protected needs more than just a single cleaner. This is precisely where \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Rim Care\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in: Instead of stringing together isolated products, SONAX has developed a sophisticated system where cleaning, care, and protection intertwine. For over 50 years, the manufacturer from Neuburg an der Donau has been delivering professional standards for car care, which are first tested in motorsport and professional detailing shops before finding their way to detailers and private users. The XTREME line is the segment in which SONAX bundles its most advanced formulas – and this is particularly evident in rim care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sonax-xtreme-felgenreiniger-plus\"\u003eXTREME Rim Cleaner PLUS\u003c\/a\u003e dissolves baked-on brake dust and rust film acid-free and shows where it's working with a color change. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sonax-xtreme-ceramic-reifen-felgendetailer-quick-detailer\"\u003eXTREME Ceramic Tire+Rim Detailer\u003c\/a\u003e brings shine and beading effect between basic cleanings while also caring for the tires. And the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sonax-xtreme-felgenschutzversiegelung-felgen-versiegelung\"\u003eXTREME Rim Protection Sealant\u003c\/a\u003e applies an invisible hybrid-silicate protective layer that prevents brake dust from baking on for up to six weeks. All three products are coordinated, RDKS-compatible, and suitable for all common rim types – from aluminum to chrome to steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree stages, one goal: less effort with every rim wash.\u003c\/strong\u003e The cleaner removes what has accumulated. The detailer refreshes the protection between washes. The sealant ensures that brake dust doesn't bake on in the first place. In practice, this means you need the cleaner less often because the sealant keeps dirt on the surface – and when you do clean, it goes much faster. Instead of stubborn scrubbing, a quick spray and rinse are often enough, because the sealant prevents particles from baking into the clear coat layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcid-free and material-friendly on all rim types.\u003c\/strong\u003e Many rim cleaners use acid, which can attack clear coats and anodized layers with regular use – particularly problematic for high-quality forged rims or two-tone painted designs. The XTREME Rim Cleaner PLUS uses an alkaline active ingredient with a color indicator instead: You can see where iron particles are dissolving by the reddish-violet color change, and you know exactly when to rinse. No guesswork, no overreaction on sensitive surfaces. For polished rims and repainted rims, we still recommend testing in an inconspicuous area beforehand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeramic technology for long-lasting protection and shine.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ceramic Tire+Rim Detailer penetrates the surface and leaves a streak-free protective layer with a beading effect. The result: Water and dirt bead off, light contamination can be removed without re-cleaning, and tires regain a satin-matte finish – without sticky residues that leave streaks in the next rain. Particularly practical: With regular use, the detailer also eliminates brown discolorations on the tire sidewalls caused by UV radiation and ozone. These brown stains are not dirt in the classic sense, but a chemical reaction of the tire plasticizers with the ambient air – the detailer contains ingredients that reverse this process and restore a clean, well-maintained black to the rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's practical tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The best sequence for your rim care weekend: First, loosen stubborn brake dust with the XTREME Rim Cleaner PLUS (3–5 min. dwell time on a cold, dry rim). Then rinse thoroughly, completely dry the rim, and seal it with the Rim Protection Sealant. Between basic cleanings, spray on the Ceramic Tire+Rim Detailer every 1–2 weeks – this keeps the beading effect active and saves you the next intensive cleaning. The most common mistake we see: Applying the sealant to a still-damp rim. Then the silicate film does not adhere properly and flakes off after a few days. Take the extra minute to dry – it's worth it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- H3 #1: Technology \u0026 Marken-DNA --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAcid-free active indicator technology – what distinguishes SONAX XTREME Rim Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe key difference between \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Rim Care\u003c\/strong\u003e and many competing products lies in the combination of chemical cleaning power and visual control. The XTREME Rim Cleaner PLUS uses an alkaline active foam that chemically dissolves iron particles and rust film and indicates the cleaning progress via a visible color change. The principle behind it: The active ingredient reacts with iron ions from brake dust and rust film, forming a reddish-violet complex. Where the color is intense, there is a particularly high amount of metallic dirt. Where the cleaner remains transparent, the rim is already clean. This is not only visually impressive – it has a real benefit: You see in real-time whether the cleaner still needs to work or whether you can already rinse. This prevents two typical mistakes: rinsing too early, leaving brake dust behind, and unnecessarily long dwell times, which can lead to staining on sensitive surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe foam consistency plays an important role here. The active foam also adheres to vertical spokes and in the rim bed instead of immediately running off. Compared to thin spray products, this extends the effective dwell time in the areas where the dirt is most stubborn. SONAX specifies a dwell time of 3 to 5 minutes – in practice, for regularly maintained rims, 2 to 3 minutes are often sufficient, while heavily neglected rims can tolerate a second application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany overlook one aspect when it comes to acid-free: It's not just about the moment of cleaning, but about the long-term consequences. Acidic cleaners can thin the clear coat layer of the rim with repeated application – an effect that only becomes apparent after months, when the rim suddenly looks dull or develops oxidation spots. Alkaline cleaners like the XTREME Rim Cleaner PLUS do not attack the clear coat, which makes a particular difference for high-quality alloy wheels, two-tone painted designs, or matted surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe second core technology is in the sealant chemistry. Both the Ceramic Tire+Rim Detailer and the Rim Protection Sealant rely on inorganic protective layers that bond with the rim surface at a molecular level. The Rim Protection Sealant creates a hybrid-silicate film – a combination of glass-hard silicate and organic components that form a stable, weather-resistant network. This is not a wax layer that disappears after two washes or the first heavy rain. Instead, it's a transparent barrier that is water, dirt, and salt-repellent and, according to SONAX, lasts up to six weeks. In our experience, this is realistic if the sealant is applied correctly – meaning on a truly clean, dry rim with at least an hour of curing time without touching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- H3 #2: Sortiment — welches Produkt für welchen Zweck? --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eXTREME Rim Cleaner, Ceramic Detailer, or Sealant – which product do you need when?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe three products in the \u003cstrong\u003eXTREME Rim Care System\u003c\/strong\u003e cover different situations, and not everyone needs all three at once. Which product is right for you depends on your care habits, your vehicle, and your demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sonax-xtreme-felgenreiniger-plus\"\u003eXTREME Rim Cleaner PLUS\u003c\/a\u003e is the workhorse for basic cleaning: baked-on brake dust, rust film, oil residues from the chassis, road grime after winter – everything that has accumulated over days and weeks. It is available in three sizes: 500 ml for occasional users, 750 ml as a standard spray bottle, and 5 liters as a refill canister for frequent users and detailing shops. The large size is worthwhile if you care for more than one vehicle or clean every two weeks – you not only save money per liter but also on constant reordering. A set of rims consumes between 50 and 100 ml per cleaning, depending on the degree of soiling, meaning the 750 ml bottle is sufficient for about 7 to 15 complete cleanings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sonax-xtreme-felgenschutzversiegelung-felgen-versiegelung\"\u003eXTREME Rim Protection Sealant\u003c\/a\u003e is used after basic cleaning and is particularly useful if you want to reduce cleaning effort in the long term. The 250 ml spray bottle is sufficient for several complete applications on a set of rims – the sealant is applied thinly, allowed to dry briefly, and then polished with a clean microfiber cloth. Important: Allow at least one hour of curing time before the rim is subjected to stress again. It is ideal to apply the sealant in the evening and leave the vehicle overnight. The sealant is suitable for all common rim surfaces and is particularly useful for vehicles with a high amount of brake dust – for example, vehicles with sports brakes or heavy SUVs, whose brakes are subjected to greater stress due to the high vehicle weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sonax-xtreme-ceramic-reifen-felgendetailer-quick-detailer\"\u003eXTREME Ceramic Tire+Rim Detailer\u003c\/a\u003e is the quick in-between product. It refreshes sealant and shine, simultaneously cares for the tire sidewalls with a satin-matte finish, and removes light dirt without water. Ideal after a highway drive, as a quick fix before a meeting, or as a weekly care routine between basic cleanings. Thanks to the ceramic component, it doesn't just leave shine, but builds up the protective layer a little with each application – a useful addition to the sealant, but also usable on its own if you want to forego full sealing. The 750 ml bottle is sufficient for numerous applications, as only a few sprays per rim are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- H3 #3: Anwendung — der Workflow --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCleaning and sealing rims – step by step with the XTREME System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe optimal \u003cstrong\u003erim care workflow\u003c\/strong\u003e always begins with cleaning and ends with protection. Here is the complete process as we recommend it in practice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStep one is preparation. The rim must be cold and dry for basic cleaning – on hot brake discs, the cleaner evaporates too quickly, loses its effectiveness, and can leave stains. Ideally, allow at least 30 minutes after the last drive; even better is to clean in the morning before the vehicle has been moved. You should also avoid direct sunlight: UV radiation accelerates drying and shortens the dwell time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStep two: Spray the XTREME Rim Cleaner PLUS evenly over the entire rim – including the rim bed, inner spokes, and the areas around the wheel bolts. Try not to miss any spots, as dried-on brake dust continues to oxidize and becomes harder to remove with each passing week. After 3 to 5 minutes of dwell time, you can tell by the reddish-violet color change where the cleaner has dissolved iron particles. For heavy soiling or baked-on brake dust, a soft rim brush helps to mechanically work the loosened dirt out of corners and recesses. Then rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water or a high-pressure cleaner – from top to bottom, so that the loosened dirt does not run back onto already clean areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStep three is the transition to sealing. Before application, the rim must be completely dry – residual moisture is the most common reason why sealants do not adhere properly. It is best to dry with a soft microfiber cloth and, if necessary, blow out hard-to-reach areas around valve caps and wheel bolts with compressed air. Spray the Rim Protection Sealant thinly and evenly, let it dry for 30 to 60 seconds, and then polish it with a clean, dry microfiber cloth in circular motions. Do not use too much product – a thin, even layer is sufficient and spreads better than a thick application, which can leave streaks. Then allow at least one hour of curing time before moving the vehicle or exposing the rims to water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the weeks following the sealing, the Ceramic Tire+Rim Detailer is used. Spray on every one to two weeks, spread with a microfiber cloth or applicator, and wipe off. This refreshes the beading effect, maintains the shine, and simultaneously cares for the tire sidewalls. Every six weeks, we recommend repeating the complete cycle: basic cleaning with the Rim Cleaner PLUS, re-sealing, and then regular detailer care in between. For vehicles that are driven little or stored in the garage, the cycle can also be extended to eight to ten weeks. If you drive with winter wheels in winter, you should clean and seal the summer rims completely before storing them – this way, they will survive the storage period without corrosion marks and will be ready for use immediately in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- H3 #4: Vergleich und Einordnung --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSONAX XTREME Rim Care in comparison – alternatives and honest assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the German-speaking detailing market, there are strong alternatives for \u003cstrong\u003erim care\u003c\/strong\u003e, and each system has its strengths. An honest assessment will help you make the right decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sonax-felgenbeast-felgenreiniger\"\u003eSONAX Rim Beast\u003c\/a\u003e from the same company is a pure rim cleaner without a sealant component – it cleans a bit more aggressively than the XTREME Rim Cleaner PLUS and is particularly suitable for heavily neglected rims that haven't been cleaned for months. If you rarely clean and then need maximum power, the Rim Beast is a good choice. If, on the other hand, you clean regularly and want to minimize effort, you will benefit more from the XTREME System with its sealant component. Koch-Chemie offers a viscous, acid-free alternative with the Magic Wheel Cleaner, which adheres particularly well to vertical surfaces due to its gel consistency – ideal for complex rim designs with deep spokes and double spokes. In terms of cleaning power, both products are at a comparable level; the difference lies primarily in consistency and adhesion to vertical surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGYEON introduces another strong contender with the Q²M Iron WheelCleaner, which also works acid-free and offers a color indicator. The cleaning performance is comparable, but GYEON does not offer a comparable three-stage system – you would have to combine cleaner, sealant, and detailer from different manufacturers or lines. This is precisely where the strategic advantage of SONAX XTREME Rim Care lies: cleaner, detailer, and sealant are coordinated and build on each other. The ceramic component in the detailer and the hybrid-silicate sealant also offer a technological advantage over pure wax sealants, which last significantly shorter – typically only two to three weeks instead of six. With spray wax sealants, it should also be noted that they are immediately removed upon contact with alkaline cleaners – the XTREME Rim Protection Sealant, on the other hand, also holds up after cleaning with the in-house Rim Cleaner PLUS, which makes the combination in the system particularly sensible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou should also be aware of the limitations of the XTREME system: For extremely baked-on brake dust that has not been cleaned for months, the XTREME Rim Cleaner PLUS may reach its limits. In such cases, a combination with mechanical cleaning (rim brush, clay pad) or pre-washing with a stronger product like the Rim Beast is advisable. You should also be fundamentally careful with repainted or damaged rims – not because of the chemistry, which is gentle enough, but because the already compromised surface reacts more sensitively to any chemical cleaner than an intact clear coat. In such cases, always test in an inconspicuous area – for example, on the inside of a spoke – and wait a few minutes before treating the entire rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're wondering whether the XTREME system is also suitable for motorcycle rims: The Rim Cleaner PLUS basically works on motorcycle rims, but the Ceramic Tire+Rim Detailer should explicitly not be used on motorcycle or bicycle tires, as the smoothing effect on the tread can impair grip. The sealant on the rims themselves, however, is unproblematic – just be sure to carefully cover or avoid the brake discs and brake pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- H3 #5: Kaufberatung \u0026 Zielgruppe --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying XTREME Rim Care – for whom is the system worthwhile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Rim Care\u003c\/strong\u003e is not a product for every purpose – and that's a strength, not a weakness. The system is particularly worthwhile for three target groups: Firstly, for detailing enthusiasts and ambitious hobby detailers who want their rims not only clean but permanently protected. The system concept – cleaning, sealing, and caring in regular alternation – rewards consistent care with decreasing effort per wash. Once the cycle of basic cleaning and sealing has been established, you will notice that each subsequent cleaning goes significantly faster because the sealant prevents brake dust from baking on. Secondly, for owners of vehicles with a high amount of brake dust: SUVs, sports cars, vehicles with ceramic brakes or high-performance brake pads produce significantly more metallic abrasion than a small car – here, the sealant quickly pays for itself because it prevents baking on and accelerates cleaning. Thirdly, for detailing shops and workshops that want to provide their customers with a clean result with long-lasting effect – the 5-liter canister of the Rim Cleaner PLUS makes cleaning economically sensible in a professional environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComplementary products include the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sonax-xtreme-reifenglanzgel-ultra-wet-look-reifenpflege\"\u003eXTREME Tire Gloss Gel \"Ultra Wet Look\"\u003c\/a\u003e for a rich, deep black tire finish or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sonax-xtreme-reifenglanzspray-wet-look-reifenpflege\"\u003eXTREME Tire Gloss Spray\u003c\/a\u003e as a quicker spray alternative. Together with the wheel care line, you have a complete wheel care system that covers rims and tires simultaneously — from cleaning to sealing to finishing. If you're unsure where to start: the XTREME Wheel Cleaner PLUS in 750 ml is the ideal introduction. If you find yourself cleaning regularly and want less effort, the Wheel Protect Sealant is the logical next step — and the Ceramic Detailer rounds out the system as convenient care for in between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sonax-xtreme-felgenreiniger-plus","title":"XTREME Wheel Cleaner PLUS","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCut through baked-on brake dust the easy way — with the SONAX XTREME FelgenReiniger PLUS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat does the SONAX XTREME FelgenReiniger PLUS do? This self-acting wheel cleaner with a colour-change indicator lifts baked-on brake dust, oil and rubber residue off every type of wheel — gentle on the material, TPMS-safe and pH-neutral.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you clean wheels regularly you already know the problem: brake dust bakes into the wheel surface under heat and plain car shampoo barely touches it. You end up with grey-brown, dingy-looking wheels that still look dirty even after a wash. The \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME FelgenReiniger PLUS\u003c\/strong\u003e was built for exactly this job — a strong specialist cleaner with a self-acting formula that chemically breaks down baked-on brake dust, oil and rubber residue plus road grime, without attacking the wheel itself. The built-in colour indicator turns reddish the moment it hits the contamination, so you can actually see when and where it's working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-acting cleaning with a visual indicator.\u003c\/strong\u003e The reddish colour shift is more than a gimmick — it flags the active cleaning process and shows you exactly where brake dust and iron particles are still sitting. As long as the colour is still strong, the cleaner is working. That gives you a clear read on dwell time and stops you rinsing off too early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe on every common wheel type.\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, alloy, painted, chromed, polished, powder-coated or matte — the FelgenReiniger PLUS leaves all of these surfaces alone. The pH-neutral formula doesn't go after wheel bolts or valves either. That makes it a true all-rounder for any car and any wheel finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTPMS-safe and gentle on materials.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cars with a tyre-pressure monitoring system (TPMS) carry sensors at the valves that aggressive cleaners can wreck. The special formula of the FelgenReiniger PLUS is explicitly cleared for TPMS — an important detail on any newer car that plenty of rival products can't match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always spray the FelgenReiniger PLUS onto cool wheels — never onto hot wheels straight after a drive. A hot surface flashes the product off instantly, the indicator can't develop and cleaning power drops off a cliff. After you park up, give it at least 10–15 minutes before you start. On heavily soiled wheels with baked-on brake dust: lay it on generously, wait 5 minutes, then back it up with a soft wheel brush — that pulls residue out of the deeper spoke recesses too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSelf-acting cleaning with a colour indicator — how the XTREME FelgenReiniger PLUS works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart of the \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME FelgenReiniger PLUS\u003c\/strong\u003e is the self-acting formula with optimised cling. Unlike a simple surfactant in a watery solution — which runs off the wheel before it can do anything — the FelgenReiniger PLUS formula grabs onto vertical and curved wheel faces. That cling buys the product the contact time it needs to work chemically on baked-on brake dust and metal-oxide particles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour indicator is the visible sign of that reaction. Iron particles — the main ingredient in brake dust — react with specific actives in the formula and throw off a reddish-violet dye. This isn't artificial colouring, it's a real chemical reaction: the stronger the red, the more brake dust is there. As the colour fades, most of the iron particles are bound up and dissolved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pH-neutral formula isn't a marketing line, it's a safety statement: the cleaner works in the neutral pH range, so it goes after neither aluminium nor steel alloys. Galvanised steel parts like wheel bolts and valves come through untouched too. More alkaline or acidic cleaners can leave clouding or corrosion on bolts and trim — with the FelgenReiniger PLUS the formula rules that risk out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne important note on working temperature: pH-neutral iron removers are at their best at room temperature. Very cold wheels (under 5 degrees) noticeably slow the reaction down — in frost you can stretch the dwell time to 8–10 minutes to get the same result. In extreme cold, a quick warm-up of the wheel with lukewarm water from the hose helps, bringing the surface up to working temperature without heating the wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe optimised cling really pays off on cars with deep-dish sport wheels. That's where brake dust and oil residue love to sit — on the back of the spokes and in the barrel, spots a normal jet of water barely reaches and where a runny cleaner with no grip would slide straight off. The FelgenReiniger PLUS sticks to these vertical and overhead faces and gives the actives the time they need to work into the deposit there too. It makes a real difference on cars with deep sport wheels, where cleaning the inner sections is otherwise a proper chore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use the FelgenReiniger PLUS properly — step by step\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe job starts before you even spray: shake the bottle briefly and turn the nozzle to the spray position. On unknown or resprayed wheels, test material compatibility first on a hidden spot — resprayed wheels with fresh clear coat can react sensitively to the cleaner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpray the cooled wheels evenly and wet from a short distance (15–20 cm). The key here: lay it on generously so the whole wheel face is wetted, including the back of the spokes and the barrel. Let it dwell for 3 to 5 minutes depending on how dirty things are. Watch the colour reaction — on dirtier wheels the reddish shift is clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor stubborn baked-on brake dust, back it up mechanically with a soft wheel brush. The brush spreads the cleaner evenly into the recesses and lifts residue that chemistry alone won't fully shift. Wear suitable protective gloves while you do it — prolonged skin contact with the product can cause irritation. Then rinse off thoroughly with a strong jet of water or a pressure washer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA common mistake is letting the cleaner dry on: if the dwell time runs too long or the sun beats straight onto the wet wheel, the cleaner can dry and leave white residue behind. It rinses off again with water, but it's needless extra work. So work in the shade where you can and don't push past the recommended 5-minute dwell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne more tip for a smooth workflow: always work all four wheels in a loop — spray wheel 1, then wheel 2, then 3, then 4 — and start rinsing back at wheel 1. That way every wheel gets the full 3–5 minutes of dwell without you standing around waiting. It saves time and gives you even results across all four. On very heavily soiled wheels a second pass may be needed — in that case rinse the wheel, spray again and let it dwell for another 3 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrake dust, rubber, oil — what the PLUS lifts off every wheel type\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrake dust is the most common and the most stubborn wheel contamination. It comes off the brake disc and pad as metal particles during braking and gets heated by the brake hydraulics. At several hundred degrees it literally bakes into the wheel surface. Plain surfactant-based shampoos can't touch these baked-on oxide particles — for that you need a specialist cleaner with an iron-reducing component like the FelgenReiniger PLUS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn top of that, the cleaner lifts oil and rubber residue that settles on the inner wheel flank from tyre wear. This residue is tougher than brake dust and clings especially hard to polished or high-gloss wheels. The self-acting formula works into it and emulsifies it, so it comes away completely on the rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor painted and powder-coated wheels the FelgenReiniger PLUS is a safe bet. The pH-neutral formula attacks neither clear coats nor powder coatings — a decisive edge over acidic wheel cleaners that are built for bare aluminium and can damage painted surfaces. Chromed wheels benefit from the gentle formula too — chrome is sensitive to acids but comes through the pH-neutral treatment unharmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMatte wheels are a category of their own, where plenty of wheel cleaners fall down: products that are too aggressive change the matte surface through a chemical reaction or leave shiny patches. The FelgenReiniger PLUS is explicitly cleared for matte wheel finishes too — the gentle formula cleans without touching the matte effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor steel wheels, often found on winter sets, the FelgenReiniger PLUS is the right call as well. Steel wheels pick up a lot of grime over winter from road salt and wet roads, and it clings hard come spring. The combination of iron reaction and surfactant formula clears rust fallout along with salt and grease deposits in a single pass — ideal for the spring check on winter wheels before they go into storage or you swap back to summers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWheel cleaner comparison — PLUS, FelgenBeast and PROFILINE Red Max\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe SONAX line-up has several wheel cleaners that differ in aggressiveness, formula and use case. The \u003ca href=\"\/sonax-felgenbeast-felgenreiniger\"\u003eFelgenBeast\u003c\/a\u003e is acid-free too and works with colour-change technology. It's explicitly designed for all wheel types including painted ones and, as the direct counterpart to the FelgenReiniger PLUS, it's well known. The difference is in the detail: the FelgenBeast is tuned for regular cleaning at moderate soiling, while the FelgenReiniger PLUS with its self-acting cling formula is especially effective on heavier baked-on brake dust and clings to the surface for longer. If you clean at short intervals and never let brake dust build up too far, the FelgenBeast has you covered. If you wait longer between cleans or drive a car with sportier brakes, you'll rate the PLUS as the stronger choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor pro users with extremely soiled wheels or cars going through reconditioning, there's the PROFILINE range from SONAX with higher cleaning intensity. The PROFILINE products are formulated for professional use, but they also demand more care in application and aren't suitable for every wheel type. As an XTREME product, the FelgenReiniger PLUS gives the home user the right balance of power and safety — strong enough for stubborn brake dust, safe enough for every common wheel finish without special precautions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter cleaning, a protective product makes sense: the \u003ca href=\"\/sonax-xtreme-felgenschutzversiegelung-felgen-versiegelung\"\u003eXTREME Wheel Protection Sealant\u003c\/a\u003e lays down a hydrophobic barrier on the wheel after cleaning, so brake dust and dirt cling less easily next time round. If you seal your wheels after every deep clean, you cut down on how often you need to clean and stretch the time to the next intensive wheel job considerably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying a wheel cleaner — who the XTREME FelgenReiniger PLUS is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME FelgenReiniger PLUS\u003c\/strong\u003e is the right product for owners who want to clean their wheels regularly and thoroughly — with something that doesn't give up even on heavier baked-on brake dust. It's especially suited to cars with sporty brakes that throw off more brake dust, or cars with longer cleaning intervals where brake dust has built up over several weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor owners of cars with TPMS, the FelgenReiniger PLUS is the safe pick: the explicit clearance for TPMS valves takes away the worry about whether the cleaner might damage the pressure sensors. On newer cars in particular, where nearly every variant ships with TPMS, that's an important buying point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA sensible care workflow for wheels: FelgenReiniger PLUS for the deep clean on heavier brake dust, then the XTREME Wheel Protection Sealant for lasting protection, and the \u003ca href=\"\/sonax-xtreme-ceramic-reifen-felgendetailer-quick-detailer\"\u003eXTREME Ceramic Tyre+WheelDetailer\u003c\/a\u003e for a quick refresh between full washes. That combination keeps wheels clean and well protected with minimal effort. The clever part: if you seal the wheels after the deep clean, you'll need far less FelgenReiniger PLUS at the next interval, because the protective layer cuts down how much brake dust sticks. So the system pays off not just on looks but on the wallet too — less product used for the same or a better result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FelgenReiniger PLUS comes in 500 ml and 750 ml spray bottles. The 500 ml bottle covers plenty of cleaning passes on a normal car — if you look after several cars or clean often, the 750 ml bottle is the more economical buy. Both sizes hold the same cleaner and the same performance, just in different container sizes. For average home use the 500 ml bottle is the more practical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the effort front, the FelgenReiniger PLUS is one of the most time-saving ways to look after wheels. Spray, dwell, rinse — no scrubbing, no repeated applications, no follow-up polish. That makes it especially appealing for owners who want to fold wheel care into their regular wash weekend without much extra fuss. In 15–20 minutes all four wheels on a car are clean and ready for the sealant to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBottom line: the SONAX XTREME FelgenReiniger PLUS is a solid choice for anyone who wants to clean their wheels thoroughly and gently — without skimping on power, but without any risk to delicate wheel finishes. The indicator makes the action visible, the TPMS clearance makes it safe for modern cars and the pH-neutral formula makes it universally usable. The result is wheels that genuinely look clean after the wash — not just on the surface but right into the barrel. Once you've worked with a self-acting iron remover, you won't want to go back to working blind: the formula turning red on the wheel is direct feedback that the cleaner is working, and the fading colour tells you when the process is done. So wheel care stops being guesswork — it turns into a controllable, repeatable routine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":49160878162255,"sku":"D1-SNX-02302090","price":13.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"750ml","offer_id":49160878195023,"sku":"D1-SNX-02304000","price":15.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 liters","offer_id":57340506538319,"sku":"D1-SNX-02305050","price":57.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/Sonax-XTREME-Felgen-Reiniger-PLUS-750-ml-7.png?v=1721514380"},{"product_id":"sonax-xtreme-ceramic-reifen-felgendetailer-quick-detailer","title":"XTREME Ceramic Tyre+Wheel Detailer Quick-Detailer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare for tyres and wheels in one step — with the SONAX XTREME Ceramic Reifen+FelgenDetailer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat does the SONAX XTREME Ceramic Reifen+FelgenDetailer do? This 2-in-1 quick detailer with Si-Carbon-Technology cleans, protects and dresses tyres and wheels at the same time — a natural matte tyre finish plus a ceramic protective layer that lasts up to three months.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you treat tyres and wheels separately, you know the drill: wheel cleaner first, then tyre dressing, then a wheel sealant — three products, three steps, three rounds of dwell time and rinsing. The \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Ceramic Reifen+FelgenDetailer\u003c\/strong\u003e squeezes all of that into a single step. The 2-in-1 product with Si-Carbon-Technology cleans light surface dirt, lays a ceramic protective layer onto tyres and wheels, and leaves a natural matte finish on the tyre and an intense gloss with beading on the wheel — no rinsing, no dwell time, straight onto a wet or dry surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeramic protective layer with long-lasting beading.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Si-Carbon-Technology forms an inorganic-organic silicon compound that sinks deep into the surface. On the wheels it builds a hydrophobic barrier that fends off brake dust, road grime and the weather. The beading holds up to three months under normal conditions — clearly longer than your usual spray sealants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA natural matte tyre finish instead of artificial high gloss.\u003c\/strong\u003e A lot of tyre dressings give you that oily, glossy look that reads fake and pulls in dust. The Ceramic Detailer brings tyres back to their original matte, factory-fresh look — no mirror shine, no greasy film, no dust magnet. Used regularly, it clears up brown discolouration and protects against premature cracking and ageing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy-to-clean effect on wheels for quicker follow-up washes.\u003c\/strong\u003e The ceramic layer makes the wheel face extremely slick. After treatment, brake dust and grime grab on far weaker and come off with much less effort on the next wash. Treat your wheels regularly with the detailer and you noticeably cut the cleaning effort per session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ceramic Reifen+FelgenDetailer reaches its full protective effect on clean surfaces. Give tyres and wheels a thorough clean before the first application — baked-on brake dust and stubborn tyre grime have to be gone before you lay the detailer down. After that first clean, spray the detailer onto the still-wet surface and rub it in evenly — the water on the surface helps you spread the product evenly. Right after application, without rinsing, the ceramic actives go to work and build up the protective layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSi-Carbon-Technology — how the ceramic formula works on tyres and wheels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Ceramic Reifen+FelgenDetailer\u003c\/strong\u003e is built on Si-Carbon-Technology — an active concept that pairs ceramic silicon compounds with organic carbon structures. The result is an inorganic-organic hybrid that bonds to both material types — rubber (tyres) and metal or paint (wheels) — and forms a thin, stable protective layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn wheels, the silicon compound settles into the micro-structure of the surface. What you get is an extremely slick, hydrophobic layer that makes water bead off and gives dirt nothing to grab onto. On polished aluminium wheels it brings out an intense high gloss; on matte or brushed wheel finishes the matte look stays — the protective layer matches the look of the surface instead of changing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn tyres the mechanism works a little differently. Rubber is porous and pulls actives deeper into the surface than metal does. The Si-Carbon compound works into the outer rubber layer and forms a soft, protective barrier there that fends off UV, ozone and moisture better. That's why the detailer doesn't just smarten tyres up — it extends their life too: UV and ozone are the main drivers of tyre ageing and cracking, and the protective layer noticeably cuts those down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe matte look on tyres has a technical reason too: the silicon compound lays down evenly across the rubber, fills small irregularities, but builds no gloss film. The result is an even, deep black that matches the factory state — without the artificial high gloss of silicone-based spray tyre shines that wash off in the first rain and leave streaks behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe up-to-three-months durability comes from how deep the Si-Carbon compound works. Surface-level products like simple wax sprays get stripped fast by rain, temperature swings and brake-dust build-up. The ceramic compound is chemically more stable and stands up to pH-neutral cleaners and everyday driving far longer — a quality mark that sets the detailer fundamentally apart from your usual tyre dressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice that means: a car owner who washes every two weeks treats tyres and wheels with the detailer roughly every three or four washes — the protection holds between applications. That's a real comfort gain over products you have to reapply after every wash to get any protection out of them. For cars that get looked after regularly, it means clearly less product and less time for the same or better protection level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing the Ceramic Detailer properly — step by step\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe application is compact, but it needs a clean starting point. Give tyres and wheels a thorough clean before the first application — either with a pressure washer and a dedicated wheel cleaner, or as part of a full car wash. Stubborn brake dust and dried-on tyre grime have to be gone so the ceramic actives make direct contact with the material and don't get \"sealed in\" on top of a layer of dirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter that first clean — on a still-wet or already-dried surface — spray the product evenly onto tyres and wheels. Lay the product down evenly across the area you're treating and rub it in with a clean microfibre cloth or a soft sponge. Don't rinse — the ceramic actives build their protective layer with no rinse step. That's the key difference from a normal cleaner: the detailer stays on the surface and keeps working there for the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTreating tyres and wheels at the same time is the heart of the 2-in-1 idea. Spray the tyre first, then the wheel, and wipe both areas down with the same cloth — it saves time and means no switching between different products. On a normal car, doing all four wheels takes between 10 and 15 minutes depending on how practised you are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor badly soiled wheels with baked-on brake dust, a pre-clean with the \u003ca href=\"\/sonax-xtreme-felgenreiniger-plus\"\u003eXTREME Felgen-Reiniger PLUS\u003c\/a\u003e pays off before you lay the detailer down. The wheel cleaner pulls deep-seated brake dust off chemically; the detailer then protects the clean wheel against fresh build-up. Running both products together gets you the best results: clean thoroughly, then protect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA real-world workflow for the wash weekend: pre-wash the car, spray the wheels with the wheel cleaner and let it dwell while the car gets its pre-wash. Then rinse, wash the car with shampoo, dry it — and to finish, lay the Ceramic Detailer down evenly on tyres and wheels. This sequence uses the dwell times of the different products efficiently and keeps the overall car-care effort within a realistic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProtecting tyres and wheels — what the detailer delivers day-to-day\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most visible effect of the Ceramic Detailer shows on the tyre: a deep, even black with no gloss patches or run marks. New tyres look deep black straight off the fitting — over time they go brown-grey from UV, ozone and rubber abrasion. The detailer reverses that process and keeps the colour for the long run. For older tyres that have already browned, regular treatment means a gradual win-back of the original black — not in one go, but over several treatments. That makes the detailer interesting for cars with already-aged tyres too, ones that don't yet justify a fresh set but you'd like to smarten up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wheels the effect is more subtle but functionally more important. The ceramic layer makes the wheel face less open to brake-dust build-up. Brake dust grabs onto metal surfaces through heat and its iron content — on a ceramic-sealed surface those grip forces are clearly weaker. That means wheels soil more slowly, and when brake dust does land, it rinses off more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor long-term care the detailer offers a build-up effect. Do a short treatment round after the car wash every four to six weeks and you stack up a thicker, more stable protective layer over time than a single application gives you. The effort per session is minimal — doing all four wheels takes less than a quarter of an hour — but the effect adds up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother everyday upside is protection against the elements. Brake dust, industrial fallout, bird droppings and acid rain attack unprotected wheel faces over time. The ceramic layer acts as a buffer between these aggressive substances and the wheel face — that extends the life of the wheel coating and lowers the risk of paint damage or corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe protection matters in particular for cars driven regularly in town or on motorways with heavy brake-dust loads. City cars brake more often and pile up more brake dust per kilometre than cars on country roads. The ceramic layer doesn't cut the amount of brake dust that lands, but it stops it baking into the wheel face — and that's the key difference for how easy the wheels are to clean day-to-day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ceramic Detailer compared — quick detailer vs wheel sealant vs tyre dressing spray\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tyre- and wheel-care market offers three basic product categories that differ in application effort and protection intensity. Understanding the differences helps you pick the right product for your own care routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDedicated wheel sealants like the \u003ca href=\"\/sonax-xtreme-felgenschutzversiegelung-felgen-versiegelung\"\u003eXTREME Felgen-Schutz-Versiegelung\u003c\/a\u003e give you a more intense, more durable seal than a quick detailer. They're built for the thorough base treatment after a full wheel clean and hold clearly longer than the detailer's three months. The difference: the full seal is a separate step after cleaning, needs careful prep of the wheel face and is built for the wheel only — not the tyre. If you want maximum, long-term protection for the wheel, the full seal serves you better. If you want a quick care round every four weeks that handles tyres and wheels in one step, the detailer is more efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConventional silicone-based tyre dressing sprays give a short-term gloss effect and little lasting protection. They wash off fast in the rain and, applied too heavily, can leave streaks on the road — a safety risk on a wet surface. The Ceramic Detailer is the better alternative: a matte look instead of fake gloss, longer durability through the ceramic bond, and no greasy film on the road surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the full care workflow we recommend: \u003ca href=\"\/sonax-xtreme-ceramic-sprayversiegelung-spruehversiegelung\"\u003eXTREME Ceramic Spray-Versiegelung\u003c\/a\u003e for the paint as a finishing touch after the wash, and the Ceramic Reifen+FelgenDetailer for tyres and wheels. Both products share the Si-Carbon-Technology principle and are tuned to each other — a consistent care system for every exposed surface on the car. Build ceramic protection consistently on paint, tyres and wheels and you create one even protection level across the whole car — with shorter cleaning times, less effort per wash, and a car that looks clean and cared-for again far faster after the rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying the quick detailer — who the SONAX XTREME Ceramic Reifen+FelgenDetailer is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ceramic Reifen+FelgenDetailer is for car owners who care about good-looking tyres and wheels but want their care effort cut to the minimum. The 2-in-1 idea is especially appealing for drivers who see car care as part of the regular wash weekend: wash, dry, quick treat tyres and wheels — done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor cars with high-end or sporty wheels, the detailer is a sensible add-on to the occasional full clean. Between deep base cleans with the wheel cleaner, the detailer keeps the wheels fresh and the brake dust at arm's length. That stretches the gaps between base cleans and spares the wheel face fewer rounds of mechanical cleaning contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor new cars or freshly detailed vehicles, the Ceramic Detailer is an ideal way into tyre and wheel care: no complicated prep step, no long curing times, no risk in the application. Just apply and work in for a moment after every wash. The protection builds automatically through regular repetition. By the second or third regular application the difference on the wheels is clearly noticeable — brake dust sits looser and comes off with less pressure on the next wash. On the tyres the deep black holds longer between washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailers and car-care pros who look after several cars regularly, the Ceramic Reifen+FelgenDetailer is an economically attractive product. Combining tyre care and wheel care in one product cuts down what you have to stock and simplifies the workflow. One product, one application, both areas covered — that saves time and money with no compromise on the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBottom line: if you want a simple, effective, time-saving solution for tyre and wheel care that does more than a plain tyre shine spray, the SONAX XTREME Ceramic Reifen+FelgenDetailer sets you up well. The ceramic working principle, the matte tyre look and the easy-to-clean effect on wheels make it one of the most thought-through products in this category — and at an effort that slots into normal day-to-day care without creating extra work. A car whose tyres and wheels get regular ceramic protection simply looks better after the rain and after short city runs than an untreated car of the same age. The effort for that difference is small — the result visible, measurable and lasting over several months.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":49160885666127,"sku":"D1-SNX-3504000","price":12.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/Sonax-XTREME-Ceramic-Reifen-FelgenDetailer-Quick-D-8.png?v=1721514259"}],"url":"https:\/\/detiiling1.com\/collections\/sonax-xtreme-felgen-reifen-felgenpflege.oembed","provider":"Detailing1","version":"1.0","type":"link"}