Locking lug nuts are common on newer vehicles as well as on custom and aftermarket wheels. They can only be removed with a special key, and their purpose is to deter theft. You can replace just one or ...

Q: Does the auto industry have any plans to provide one odd-sized lug nut for each wheel to deter theft? T.G., New Lenox, Ill. A: One odd-size lug nut would probably do nothing to stop a determined ...

Wheel locks play a pivotal role in boosting a car’s security, making them an essential add-on for anyone aiming to safeguard their vehicle. Basically, a wheel lock serves as a device that locks the ...

Q: A friend of mine just bought a 2002 Corvette. Nice car but he neglected to check out the lug nuts. The wheels have a locking lug nut on each one. There is no master unlock and the previous owner is ...