Drivers warned thieves want their steering wheels

Of all the parts of your car you might expect to be at risk of being stolen, steering wheels may not be one of them.

But thieves are increasingly targeting steering wheels when breaking into cars.

And motoring experts have explained exactly why they want them - for what's inside.

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They believe thieves want access to airbags inside steering wheels, with a big increase in thefts over the past few years.

It comes amid the growing threat of "car cannibalism", with owners advised to step up security measures to protect motors.

This includes fitting steering locks, parking facing forwards against walls or other structures, and in well lit areas.

Where possible, owners should