American Racing Baja Wheels

The image displays a classic 8-hole modular rim, most famously identified as the AR172 Baja model from American Racing. This design is an icon of the off-road and muscle car culture, originating in the United States during the late 1950s and early 1960s.

American Racing was founded by Romeo Palamides and Jim Ellison in San Francisco, California. Over the decades, the brand became a staple for street racing and performance enthusiasts. Production of these wheels has shifted over the years from domestic US facilities to global manufacturing centers, including China and Southeast Asia, to meet international demand.

Today, the brand is owned by Wheel Pros, a leading provider of aftermarket wheels. Wheel Pros manages a vast portfolio of classic and modern rim brands and is headquartered in the United States, maintaining the legacy of the original American Racing designs while utilizing modern global supply chains.