Are rims directional?

[FlyingScot]

Originally Posted by SailinAway

FlyingScot, so you're going with scenario A. OK, I see that. But how did you rule out scenario B?

Also, upon research it turns out that there really are directional rims on which the spokes curve in a certain direction, but my are not directional.

I saw the picture of the Sonic, I suppose I should have said "Sonic rims"

Original tires are installed at the factory, not the dealer. GM has better QC than a dealer. Very unlikely they mis-mounted the tires.

Most importantly, the mechanic gave you a BS answer--I only check tire direction when changing rims? Puhlease...