Wheel chocks are a critical tool to have when working on a vehicle that has the potential to roll. Usually, wheel chocks are used when the vehicle needs to be lifted at one end for maintenance purposes. Sometimes wheel chocks are used for larger vehicles parked on an incline to keep them from rolling downhill.
Measure the height of the tire you need to secure using a tape measure. Most professionals suggest buying a wheel chock that is about one quarter the height of your tire. Once you have gotten the correct size wheel chock, you will want to be sure that it fits snugly against the tire. In some situations, it is better to use more than one wheel chock. For instance, if you have a vehicle on an incline or a heavier vehicle you will typically want to use at least two-wheel chocks, possibly more (depending on the weight of the vehicle and the grade of the incline). Again, you will want to make sure each wheel chock is placed snugly against the tire. Larger vehicles like RVs and trucks will typically guide you to use 4 wheel chocks so that both front and rear tires are secure. You can get more information by referring to the owner’s manual for your vehicle.
At Traffic Safety Warehouse we have a large supply of wheel chocks for all of your needs. Most of our wheel chocks are made of either tough recycled rubber or molded urethane. These materials last longer and are more resistant to weather damage and abrasion. Urethane wheel chocks may also be more resistant to damage from oils and solvents.
Below are some of the many types of wheel chocks we carry at Traffic Safety Warehouse.
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