Of course, a theft attempt is frustrating, but let's be realistic about what the alternative would have been if Rimgard hadn’t been installed on the wheels.
The BMW in Norra Djurgårdsstaden
Car: BMW M2 Competition
Location: Garage in Norra Djurgårdsstaden, Stockholm
Details:
On a night in November 2020, this BMW was stripped of parts in a multi-car garage in Norra Djurgårdsstaden. Front panels, lights, engine parts, and more were stolen. Experienced mechanics estimate the theft took several hours and at least two people with the right tools.
This same car had previously lost its complete ceramic brakes and wheels in late summer 2019.
After the initial incident, the owner decided to install Rimgard wheel locks. This time, despite a two-hour theft attempt, the wheels stayed put!
The Honda in Lowell, Massachusetts
Car: Honda Accord
Location: Lowell, Massachusetts, USA
Details:
This Honda Accord owner had previously fallen victim to wheel theft, a common issue for this model, and decided to install Rimgard wheel locks.
When the thieves returned, they were met with Rimgard locks. Frustrated, they broke the passenger window searching for the keys in the glove compartment. Following Rimgard’s advice, the owner kept the keys on their keychain or at home, leaving the thieves empty-handed, apart from a mobile charger!
The Volvo in Northern Stockholm
Car: Volvo XC90
Location: Northern Stockholm
Details:
This car owner had also experienced wheel theft before and decided to install Rimgard locks.
In this case, the thieves tried everything—drilling the lock, using an angle grinder on the lock arms, and more—but they couldn’t succeed. Once again, a very satisfied Rimgard customer!
The Porsche on Södermalm, Stockholm
Car: Porsche Macan
Location: Garage on Södermalm, Stockholm
Details:
This Porsche Macan owner had also been a victim of wheel theft and installed Rimgard wheel locks. At the same time, they purchased a motion-activated surveillance camera for the windshield.
When the thieves returned—often aiming to steal the new set of wheels provided through insurance—they encountered Rimgard locks. The footage clearly shows them quickly realizing the locks weren’t worth the effort. Moments later, they noticed the surveillance camera and left with their tails between their legs!
Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Brs-53pJEfo
Rimgard - The Only Certified Wheel Lock!
Rimgard’s wheel locks are now the only approved wheel locks certified according to SSF standards.
