It's a simple, but ingenious, anti-theft device: Turn off the car, and the steering wheel locks in place. Can't drive what you can't steer! The way the system works is when you pull out the key or ...

Steering column lock mechanisms are designed to prevent theft and enhance vehicle security. However, certain car models are known to have issues with locking columns that can leave drivers stranded.

While almost all new vehicles sold today have things like tilt wheel and power windows standard, the earlier musclecars were, for the most part, stripped down, especially the really high-performance ...