A method is provided that includes receiving an indication of unauthorized use of a vehicle that includes a motor to generate torques that are applied to one or more drive wheels to cause the one or more drive wheels to rotate and propel the vehicle. The method includes receiving a sensed input from the one or more sensors. The method includes, based on the indication of the unauthorized use of the vehicle, commanding the motor to generate a torque that is opposite the indicated rotational motion of the one or more drive wheels, with the generated torque applied to the one or more drive wheels to counteract the indicated rotational motion of the one or more drive wheels.

A wheel locking device comprising a number of interlocking components that are adapted to receive a wheel (or a wheeled apparatus), and said components can be adjusted to accommodate a variety of wheels of different diameters. The wheel locking device further comprises a rotatable and adjustable bar that is utilized to secure the wheel in place. In further embodiments, the device comprises a lock receiving bore which is adapted to receive a lock.

The invention provides theft prevention for wheels and cars. There is no other product of its kind only the regular wheel boot that the city puts on cars for traffic ticket violations. The devices has two metal bars with hooks that attach behind the wheel and a metal plate that covers the wheel lug nuts one of the metal bars extend out longer than the other one and is used to stop the wheel from turning. The overall function of the device is to stop car and wheel theft.

The invention provides theft prevention for wheels and cars. There is no other product of its kind only the regular wheel boot that the city puts on cars for traffic ticket violations. The devices has two metal bars with hooks that attach behind the wheel and a metal plate that covers the wheel lug nuts one of the metal bars extend out longer than the other one and is used to stop the wheel from turning. The overall function of the device is to stop car and wheel theft.

A horizontal support arm including a thermoplastic polymer defines a horizontal axis extending along the horizontal support arm. A track is formed in the horizontal support arm. The track extends along the horizontal axis. A first vertical support arm extends from the horizontal support arm. The first vertical support arm includes a front engagement protrusion. The first vertical support arm includes the thermoplastic polymer. A receiving orifice is defined in the horizontal support arm. A horizontal extension portion is slidably received in the receiving orifice by sliding horizontally along the track formed in the horizontal support arm. A second vertical support arm extends from the horizontal extension portion. The second vertical support arm includes a rear engagement protrusion. The second vertical support arm includes the thermoplastic polymer. A lug nut blocking plate extends from the first vertical support arm. The lug nut block plate includes the thermoplastic polymer.

A horizontal support arm including a thermoplastic polymer defines a horizontal axis extending along the horizontal support arm. A track is formed in the horizontal support arm. The track extends along the horizontal axis. A first vertical support arm extends from the horizontal support arm. The first vertical support arm includes a front engagement protrusion. The first vertical support arm includes the thermoplastic polymer. A receiving orifice is defined in the horizontal support arm. A horizontal extension portion is slidably received in the receiving orifice by sliding horizontally along the track formed in the horizontal support arm. A second vertical support arm extends from the horizontal extension portion. The second vertical support arm includes a rear engagement protrusion. The second vertical support arm includes the thermoplastic polymer. A lug nut blocking plate extends from the first vertical support arm. The lug nut block plate includes the thermoplastic polymer.

A vehicle locking boot includes a horizontal support arm and a first vertical support arm extending from the horizontal support arm. The first vertical support arm includes a front engagement protrusion. A receiving sleeve extends from the horizontal support arm at a base of the first vertical support arm. A horizontal extension portion is coupled to the horizontal support arm. A second vertical support arm extends from the horizontal extension portion. The second vertical support arm includes a rear engagement protrusion extending therefrom. The front engagement protrusion faces the rear engagement protrusion. A keypad is disposed on the first engagement portion to lock and unlock the horizontal extension portion. A lug nut blocking plate is coupled to the first vertical support arm. A global positioning system (GPS) housing is positioned at an upper portion of the first vertical support arm.

A vehicle locking boot includes a horizontal support arm and a first vertical support arm extending from the horizontal support arm. The first vertical support arm includes a front engagement protrusion. A receiving sleeve extends from the horizontal support arm at a base of the first vertical support arm. A horizontal extension portion is coupled to the horizontal support arm. A second vertical support arm extends from the horizontal extension portion. The second vertical support arm includes a rear engagement protrusion extending therefrom. The front engagement protrusion faces the rear engagement protrusion. A keypad is disposed on the first engagement portion to lock and unlock the horizontal extension portion. A lug nut blocking plate is coupled to the first vertical support arm. A global positioning system (GPS) housing is positioned at an upper portion of the first vertical support arm.

An anti-theft vehicle brake including a lockable restraining hub coupled to a wheel. The lock's default state being engaged and preventing rotation of the wheel. The lock including a solenoid bolt controlled through the communication of authenticating information sent from a transmitter and recognized by a receiver, triggering the disengagement of the bolt from the restraining hub allowing rotation of the wheel.

A wheel locking or parking brake assembly for a vehicle. In one embodiment, the wheel locking or parking brake assembly includes a plate member affixed to a wheel or axle having a plurality of closely spaced holes in a circular configuration or a circumferential flange with a peripheral extension or lug; an electrically powered pin advancing and retracting device; the pin adapted to engage and pass into any of the holes or advance in the path of the extension or lug; electric power supply and electric current polarity reversing device, wherein in operation, the pin remains in either an advanced or retracted position depending on the direction of the current when the electric power was switched off.