reputable / respected wheel brands at Tirerack / Discount Tire?

as much as my Prius appeals to my efficient parts it fails at the exciting bits. i appreciate the way it handles and grips the same way i used to appreciate my hondas and acuras...front drive, lightweight, good grip, but front-drive understeer breaks away with ease so you can drive it hard without getting into too much trouble.

however, i'm wanting to pump up the handling and braking for both more fun, but also more safety - and, get the added benefit of personalizing my Pri along with it looking better.

I've about concluded Eibach springs are the way to go, but the wheels have me baffled. I've never purchased aftermarket wheels and definitely am not into "rice" or "dubs" or any of that crud. i simply wanna improve my car all-around without going overboard.

I have no idea which brand of wheel is quality, durable, resilient, etc. so - wise guys of the prius type, i turn to you!

preshate it!
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Thanks, Andino. What's a good source for the brands you listed? I've also seen the Five Axis at juicedhybrid and theyre alright...