Maxion Wheels debuts low CO2 Bionic

Maxion Wheels has launched its latest light vehicle wheel innovation, Maxion Bionic, at IAA Mobility 2023. When it comes to market in 2025, Bionic will be available in 18-inch and larger diameter sizes and customisable finishing. Maxion also speaks of utilising the lowest CO2 primary materials and optimised aerodynamics, as well as “revolutionary design options.”

Developed by teams in Brazil, Mexico, United States, and Germany, Maxion Wheels says Bionic answers the growing demand from OEMs for affordable, stylish, and sustainable wheel solutions, especially for light vehicle programs where wheel load is increasing.

“Maxion Bionic is the new alternative for those OEMs interested in larger size wheels and who don’t want to compromise on design and sustainability,” says Pieter Klinkers, chief executive officer of Maxion Wheels. “We know electric vehicles, especially, require more from the wheel with emphasis on stiffness, weight, and aerodynamics. Maxion Bionic is a new innovation that combines style and large diameter wheels with an inherent low CO2 footprint.”

According to Maxion Wheels, Bionic has been “well received” and is under consideration with several OEM programs.

Maxion Wheels is a division of Iochpe-Maxion S.A. and the world’s largest producer of wheels. The business works with global vehicle manufacturers on wheels for personal mobility, transportation, agriculture, defence, and off-highway applications and operates 31 locations in 14 countries. Maxion produces more than 50 million wheels a year.