Steering Wheel Locks.

They may not be the latest hi-tech car security devices but steering wheel locks are an extremely good visual deterrent to car theft despite the bad press they may have had.

It may not be a good idea to rely on them as your sole security measure but these babies will put many a would be auto thief off of attempting to steal your car. This is especially true of inexperienced thieves, joyriders for example.

Yes, steering wheel anti theft locks can be defeated, particularly the early, simple design models but they have been improved considerably over the years.

The latest types are of a more complex design with good anti-theft measures that defeat even experienced thieves, and would at the least require the thief to spend some time removing them, something thieves don't want to do.

There are many models available, some hook round the brake pedal and the steering wheel others cover the steering wheel and have an extension arm that prevents the wheel being turned. If you want to go for the ultimate, steering wheel locks are available that sound an alarm when interfered with, set by using a remote when you leave your vehicle.

Some steering wheel theft locks also prevent your air bag from being stolen, (air bags are rapidly becoming the number one item stolen from cars.)

Many of today’s automobiles come off the production line with anti theft devices, such as immobilizers, already fitted. However, even if you do have other, less visible security, a steering lock shows the amateur thief that he cannot simply break into your car and drive it away. It could save a lot of damage to your vehicle.

A quality anti theft wheel lock will be manufactured from toughened steel to make sawing through it a difficult job, the lock will be drill and pick resistant. Remember that the best thing about steering wheel locks is that they are a highly visible deterrent but it is best if you do not rely on them as your only vehicle security.

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