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Free Steering Wheel Locks in Chinatown
Philadelphia Chinatown gives away free steering wheel locks Nov. 16.
In brief
Philadelphia Chinatown gives away free steering wheel locks Nov. 16. Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation distributes free steering wheel locks donated by the 9th Police District on Nov. 16. Originally reported by PhillyVoice.
Free Steering Wheel Lock Giveaway
Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation will distribute free steering wheel locks Monday, Nov. 16.
Location and Time
The event runs from 1 to 4 p.m. at 301 N. Ninth St. in Philadelphia.
Donor Details
The locks were donated by the Philadelphia Police Department's 9th District.
Purpose of Locks
Steering wheel locks attach to a vehicle's steering wheel to deter theft.
Auto Theft Context
Philadelphia recorded 12,990 auto thefts citywide through Nov. 12, down 9.2% from 2025.
9th District Stats
The 9th District reported 785 auto thefts through Nov. 11, an 8.4% decrease from 2025.
Requirements
Each person needs a valid Pennsylvania driver's license to receive one lock.
Eligibility
The giveaway is open to community members only.
The short version
Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation distributes free steering wheel locks donated by the 9th Police District on Nov. 16.
