Wheel Hub Cap/Cover

What is the Difference Between a Hub Cap and Wheel Cover?

Wheel hubcaps are designed to help protect your wheel lug nuts and fasteners from rust formation and damage caused by road debris or elements. Oftentimes, it can be easy to confuse wheel covers with hub caps. Wheel covers not only cover the lug nuts and fasteners, but also cover and protect the entire wheel. In addition to protecting your wheels, wheel hubcaps or wheel covers can also be used to accessorize your vehicle and improve its appearance. A variety of original-style and upgraded wheel covers or hubcaps may be available for your vehicle depending on the application. Over time or in an accident, hubcaps or wheel covers can become damaged or experience wear, and may need to be replaced not only to maintain your vehicle's aesthetic appeal, but also to protect the lug nuts and wheel against corrosion, debris, and more. If you need a hubcap or cover replacement, or if you just want to upgrade the look of your vehicle's wheels, shop O'Reilly Auto Parts to find all of the options to help your car look its best.