If you’ve ever driven a car or truck, chances are you’ve had the misfortune of hitting your hand against the steering wheel. And if you’re like most people, you may have been tempted to replace that heart-shaped piece of metal with something more practical. So what’s the deal with those heart shaped steering wheels? Do they really exist because they’re cute? Or is there some engineering reason for their existence?
Is the heart shaped steering wheel universal?
The answer to this question is a resounding no. Heart shaped steering wheels are not universal, and can only be fitted to their original car. They are specific to the car they were designed for and cannot be interchanged with other vehicles or heart shaped steering wheels.
Why are steering wheels shaped like a heart?
Because you sit in the driver’s seat, it makes sense that your steering wheel should be shaped like a heart. The shape of the driver’s seat is designed to align with your body and allow for full control of the car. It also means that any time you’re behind the wheel, even if you’re not actively driving or thinking about driving, you’re sitting in a position where your heart will rest right above that prominent red-and-black logo on your steering wheel.
It just so happens that this shape has been popularized by automotive designers because it gives drivers an elevated feeling of safety and control while they drive. It seems counterintuitive at first glance: “How can something like this be safe?” But think about what we’ve talked about with car seats — how much more protected we feel when surrounded by cushions? In fact, there are studies proving that people who use cars with rounded door edges are less likely to die in crashes than those who use cars with sharp edges! And now think about how many cars have rounded door edges…and how many don’t?
How do you know if your steering wheel cover is universal?
How do you know if your steering wheel cover is universal?
Check the dimensions of your steering wheel and compare them to the dimensions of the steering wheel cover. If they’re similar, then they should be compatible.
Check the shape of your steering wheel and compare it to the shape of the steering wheel cover. If they’re similar, then they should be compatible.
Check the materials used for manufacturing your car’s original or aftermarket wheels and compare them to those used for making a universal product such as a leather or fabric one that comes with some adjustments for fitting several vehicles’ needs through one model (or design).
Heart steering wheels are not universal and should be checked with the manufacturer before purchase.
Heart steering wheels are not universal and should be checked with the manufacturer before purchase. If you’re looking for a heart shaped wheel, you have two options:
- Buy a universal steering wheel cover that is heart shaped and fits over your existing wheel.
- Buy a new heart shaped steering wheel that fits in its entirety inside your car interior (this option will make it difficult to use other accessories).
Conclusion
If you are looking for the perfect steering wheel cover and want it to be universal, check with the manufacturer first. There are many different shapes and sizes of steering wheels so make sure that what you buy will fit your vehicle correctly.