Our cars are precious to us, for a lot of us we need our cars in order to get us from A to B throughout the day comfortably.
Unfortunately, the practice of stealing cars is all too common - with even the most hi-tech cars being snatched from right underneath owners' noses.
Why should I buy a steering wheel lock?
Steering wheel locks may seem a little old-fashioned, but they are a great visual deterrent for would-be thieves, making them a good investment.
They will act as a secondary layer of security, especially if thieves have managed to bypass your cars built-in security.
A really good lock will also prevent anyone from stealing your airbag, which is also pretty common believe it or not.
How much should I pay for a steering wheel lock?
Steering locks can vary in price quite drastically starting anywhere from £15 to more than £100 for some of the pro models.
You don't have to spend an arm and a leg on a good quality steering lock, the most important thing is the visual deterrent which should stop attempts in the first place.
We've rounded up some of the best steering wheel locks on the market at the moment to help keep you vehicle safe.
Best steering wheel locks to buy
1. Streetwize Double Hook Steering Wheel Lock
First on the list is a great, inexpensive option for double the security of your car.
The hook shaped device has a cross key locking mechanism, making it that little bit more difficult for potential thieves.
The lock comes equipped with two keys and will universally fit most steering wheels including cars, vans, caravans, and motorbikes. Visually it's the perfect deterrent colour - bright yellow that can be seen even in low light conditions, so would be thieves will hopefully think again when they see this device.
2. Disklok Steering Wheel Lock
The Disklok steering long comes with quite the price tag, but if you read any of the reviews out there on this product - you'll see why it has such an army of fans.
The Disklok comes in three different sizes to ensure you can find the best fit for your vehicle/s. It not only prevents traditional vehicle theft, but also protects the vehicle from advanced theft techniques like key cloning, keyless entry thefts and airbag theft.
The full steering wheel cover, acts as a security blanket and prevents would-be thieves from cutting the wheel to free it from the lock.
Buy now from Halfords ( £130 ).
3. Stoplock 'Pro Elite' Steering Wheel Lock
Whatever car you have, there's an Elite Pro to protect it.
This highly-resistant wheel lock is built to last and has been tested against a range of different power tools - giving you full peace of mind against theft.
The device is secured in place by twin locking forks, it's easy to fit but difficult almost impossible to remove without the keys - two keys are provided for complete peace of mind.
4. Master Lock Steering Wheel Lock
This lock is designed to fit onto your steering wheel and connects to the brake pedal, completely immobilising the car, until unlocked.
This simple to navigate lock will fit any car it needs to, it has an adjustable length lock to latch onto any wheel to pedal.
Made from hardened steel, this device has maximum resistance to cutting or breaking off with power tools, so makes for the perfect deterrent for possible theft.
5. Stoplock Original Car Steering Wheel Lock
The Stoplock pulsar is a clever wheel lock that not only protects your vehicle by immobilising the wheel - it will scare off potential thieves with a bright, pulsating light.
When it's not in use the device is compact and easily able to store away neatly. You'll get two keys along with the lock,
6. MONOJOY Steering Wheel Lock
The MONOJOY wheel lock has been widely recommended by car experts nd the police, making it at least one to consider in the safety of your car.
In the pack you'll receive a pair of keys that have been laser cut and are near impossible to duplicate, the bar automatically locks in place as you extend it, so you no longer need to use your key to lock it - only to open.
When it isn't protecting your car, the device also doubles up as a safety hammer, which can be used to smash the vehicles windows in the event of n emergency.
7. Streetwize Baseball Bat Steering Wheel Lock
This colourful wheel lock will hardly go unnoticed with its bright yellow and red frame.
Whilst it isn't the most top of the range steering wheel lock, it has some desirable qualities you'd need from a lock including fitting a range of vehicles and a cross locking mechanism.
For a fraction of the price of other contenders - it's definitely one to consider.
Buy now from Euro Car Parts ( £19.49 ).
8. XtremeAuto Steering Lock Bar
If the heavy duty frame of this locking device doesn't scare off potential thieves, the bright orange colour certainly will.
The device can fit most cars and also has extra length, making it particularly suitable for more heavy duty vehicles including vans, trucks and lorries.
Made from hardened steel with a toughened security lock - you can rest assured that your vehicle is safe with this one.
