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Wheel brand

ATS Wheels

ATS (Auto Technisches Spezialzubehör) is a German light-alloy wheel manufacturer founded in 1969 by Günter Schmid, based in Bad Dürkheim near the Hockenheim circuit.

PerformanceFlow formedCanadienEuropéen
Country of originAllemagne
RegionEurope
Founded1969
GroupATS Leichtmetallräder
Positioningeuro aftermarket
StatusActive

Encyclopedia profile

History, reputation and uses

ATS, short for Auto Technisches Spezialzubehör, is one of the oldest European light-alloy wheel brands. The company was founded in 1969 by Günter Schmid in Bad Dürkheim, in the Rhineland-Palatinate region, close to the Hockenheim circuit. As early as 1970, ATS adopted the low-pressure casting process, a then-innovative technique that is now widespread throughout the industry. The brand quickly specialized in lightweight wheels for Porsche, Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz. At the turn of the 1980s, ATS produced the famous Penta wheel used by the AMG tuner, which became an icon sought after by collectors of period Mercedes, Porsche and BMW vehicles. ATS also has a notable competition background: the brand fielded its own Formula 1 team from 1977 to 1984, with drivers such as Keke Rosberg, Manfred Winkelhock and Gerhard Berger behind the wheel. After the F1 team folded, Günter Schmid founded the Rial brand. The ATS brand continued its wheel business and became an official supplier to championships such as the DTM, GT series, ADAC Formula 4 and the W Series. On the industrial side, ATS has belonged since 2018 to Superior Industries, a major North American aluminum wheel supplier, and German production is handled by Superior Industries Leichtmetallräder Germany GmbH. The current lineup is built on two manufacturing families: monobloc gravity casting, which is economical and rugged, and flow-forming, which thins and hardens the barrel area to reduce weight without sacrificing strength. ATS also pays close attention to finishes, with UV-resistant coatings warranted for several years. The brand retains a understated, Germanic identity geared toward premium European vehicles, blending classically styled reissues with contemporary thin-spoke designs.

Recommended use: ATS is aimed primarily at European vehicles: Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen and Porsche sedans and sports cars, as well as several SUVs and Asian models (Honda, Kia, Toyota). The lineup covers everyday road use as well as motorsport-inspired performance tuning. The flow-formed models suit drivers looking for light weight and roadholding, while the Classic line targets restoration and retro styling. In Quebec, verify the bolt pattern (4x100, 4x108, 5x112, 5x114.3, 5x130), the offset and the center bore specific to your vehicle, as well as front brake caliper clearance before ordering.

Technologies and manufacturing: ATS uses two main manufacturing methods. Monobloc gravity casting produces rugged, affordable wheels and is used notably on the Classic line. Flow-forming (hot spinning of the barrel), applied among others to the Racelight, Mizar and StreetRallye models, stretches and densifies the aluminum at the rim to gain lightness and strength for a comparable structure. On the finishing side, ATS relies on modern machining and coating processes, including UV-resistant layers warranted for up to five years. As a German manufacturer, ATS designs its wheels to European homologation standards; check TÜV/ECE compliance and the load rating required for your vehicle.

Key takeaways

  • Très liée à la culture allemande et aux youngtimers.
  • Racelight et Classic sont des références connues.

Strengths

  • Historic German brand founded in 1969, with strong motorsport credentials (F1, DTM, GT).
  • Mastery of flow-forming on several models to reduce weight.
  • Backed since 2018 by the Superior Industries group, a guarantee of industrial stability.
  • Fitment designed for premium European vehicles (Audi, BMW, Mercedes, VW, Porsche).
  • Refined finishes with UV-resistant coatings warranted for several years.

Points to check

  • Availability and distribution are less widespread in North America than in Europe.
  • Bolt patterns and offsets are European-oriented: fitment to be confirmed for North American/Asian vehicles.
  • The Classic line is gravity-cast, heavier than high-end forged models.
  • Price positioning is often higher than generic brands.
  • Choice of colors and sizes is sometimes limited depending on the model and market.

Models & families

ATS Wheels wheel models

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Antares homologuée Europe

The Antares is an ATS Wheels wheel family to be documented according to the sizes, bolt patterns, offsets, and finishes available in the official catalog. It needs to be linked to the site's vehicle, dimension, and usage filters.

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Ares hiver

The Ares is an ATS Wheels wheel family to be documented according to the sizes, bolt patterns, offsets, and finishes available in the official catalog. It needs to be linked to the site's vehicle, dimension, and usage filters.

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Classic homologuée Europe

The ATS Classic is a retro-styled wheel that reinterprets the look of vintage ATS and Penta wheels, prized for restoration and vintage tuning. Produced as a one-piece gravity casting, it favors durability and design authenticity over maximum lightness. It comes in small diameters (starting at 13 inches) up to 19 inches, with finishes such as Diamond Black with a polished face or polished rim. Its classic design is particularly suited to Porsche, BMW, Volkswagen, and other older European cars looking for a period-correct look. In Quebec, it's a good choice for a collector vehicle or a summer restoration project; because its polished finish is sensitive to corrosion, avoid exposing it to road salt in winter. Check the bolt pattern (often 4x100 or 4x108 on the small diameters) and the offset suited to your chassis before purchasing.

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Evolution tourisme

The ATS Evolution is a wheel with a five double-spoke design, sporty and clean in appearance. It comes in a wide range of diameters, typically 16 to 20 inches, making it versatile for many European sedans and sports cars. Its split-spoke architecture delivers a structured look while seeking a good weight-to-rigidity balance. It suits both road use and a bold styling statement on Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and VW, depending on the bolt patterns offered (often 5x112 and 5x114.3). In Quebec, its mid-range diameters (17 and 18 inches) remain reasonable for comfort and wheel integrity on rough roads; the darker versions limit visible grime. Check the center bore, offset, and TPMS compatibility before ordering, and consider a second set for the winter season.

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Mizar hiver

The ATS Mizar is an elegant thin-spoke wheel designed for Mercedes-Benz and Audi models, using flow-forming technology to lighten the wheel. It is offered across a wide range of sizes, from 16 to 21 inches, with finishes such as polar-silver, dark-grey, diamond-black, and glossy-black. Its understated, premium design pairs well with German sedans and SUVs, generally in a 5x112 bolt pattern with the high offsets suited to those platforms. The flow-formed construction gives it a good weight-to-strength ratio for daily road use as well as for a refined look. In Quebec, the 18- and 19-inch versions offer an appealing comfort/look balance; the lighter polar-silver finish will require regular maintenance against road salt, or ideally a second set reserved for winter. Check the center bore (often 66.5 mm on Mercedes/Audi), the offset, and TPMS before ordering.

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Perfektion tourisme

The ATS Perfektion is an athletic-looking wheel made up of ten thin V-shaped spokes, sporty and modern in appearance. It comes in 18, 19, and 20 inches, with finishes such as racing-black with a polished rim and royal-silver. Designed for a wide range of European and Asian vehicles (Audi, VW, Honda, Kia, among others), it offers common bolt patterns such as 5x112 and 5x114.3 with various offsets. Its slender design highlights the wheel arches while aiming for a good structural balance. In Quebec, the 18-inch version is a balanced choice for three-season use; since the light royal-silver finish and the polished rim are sensitive to salt corrosion, a dedicated winter set or rigorous maintenance is preferable. Confirm the offset, center bore, and caliper clearance before purchasing.

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Racelight homologuée Europe

The ATS Racelight is positioned as the lightweight, high-performance wheel of the lineup, built with flow-forming technology to maximize strength while reducing weight. It comes in large diameters, notably 19 and 20 inches, and targets premium and sporty vehicles such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Toyota (typical bolt patterns 5x112, 5x120, 5x130). Its flow-formed construction makes it relevant for drivers seeking reduced unsprung mass and improved dynamics without stepping up to a more expensive forged wheel. Available in finishes such as royal-silver, it favors a discreet, technical look. In Quebec, its light weight is an asset for summer driving and performance; its large diameters, however, reduce sidewall height, which calls for caution on damaged roads and during freeze/thaw cycles. Confirm the offset, load rating, and brake clearance before purchasing.

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StreetRallye hiver

The ATS StreetRallye is a dynamic spoke-design wheel drawn directly from the brand's rally and motorsport heritage. Available in 4- or 5-bolt versions, it generally comes in 15 to 18 inches and offers several colors such as racing-black, rallye-white, dark-grey, and polar-silver. Its construction aims for high strength at a contained weight, in keeping with its proven competition use. It targets European compacts and sports cars (common bolt patterns 4x100, 4x108, 5x100, 5x112) as well as fans of contrasting rally style, particularly with the white finish. In Quebec, its moderate sizes (17 and 18 inches) and dark colors make it an attractive option for three-season use; for winter, a dedicated set is preferable to protect the lighter finishes from salt. Confirm the offset and brake clearance for your vehicle.

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Technical

What to confirm for a compatible wheel

fitment

Point technique à valider selon le véhicule, l'usage, la dimension et les recommandations du fabricant.

entraxe

Le bolt pattern doit correspondre exactement au moyeu du véhicule. Une approximation rend la roue incompatible.

offset

Le déport détermine la position de la roue vers l'intérieur ou l'extérieur et influence le dégagement des ailes et des freins.

alésage central

Le center bore doit être compatible avec le moyeu ou corrigé avec des bagues de centrage adaptées.

indice de charge

La jante doit supporter la charge du véhicule, surtout pour VUS, camionnettes, remorques et usages commerciaux.

TPMS

Point technique à valider selon le véhicule, l'usage, la dimension et les recommandations du fabricant.

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