Steering Wheel Cover | The Ultimate FAQ Guide

If you are looking to buy steering wheel covers for your retail or import business, you have come to the right place.

We at STE manufactures steering wheel covers in hundreds of designs not only of the best quality but also at cheap prices.

You must have a lot of questions about our steering wheel covers, like what colors they come in, their designs, sizes, materials, quality, prices, additional features, safety, and so on. Do not worry, in this article we will try to cover almost all your questions.

So, let us start right away!

✔ What is a steering wheel cover?

✔ Is the steering wheel cover any good?

✔ Do steering covers affect your driving?

✔ Do steering wheel covers affect airbags?

✔ Are steering wheel covers one size fits all?

✔ What are steering wheel covers made from?

✔ What colors are available on steering wheel covers?

✔ How do I keep my steering wheel warm in the winter?

✔ Can you drive with a heated steering wheel cover plugged in?

✔ Can I put a steering wheel cover on a heated steering wheel?

✔ Are leather steering wheels really leather?

✔ What is the size of my steering wheel?

✔ Are silicone steering wheel covers safe?

✔ How do you clean, wash & dry a steering wheel cover?

✔ What are the different steering wheel covers STE offers?

✔ Do we offer custom design steering wheel covers?

✔ How long do steering wheel covers last?

✔ What is the price of steering wheel covers?

✔ What is the warranty of steering wheel covers?

✔ Do we give a free sample of the steering wheel cover?

✔ Do you add your logo on the steering wheel cover?

✔ What is the delivery time of our steering wheel covers?

✔ What are the custom logo packings available for steering wheel covers?

What is a steering wheel cover?

A steering wheel cover, as the name suggests, is a kind of shell that you put on your genuine steering wheel for protection, comfort, and looks.

You can put a steering wheel cover on steering in 2-ways based on their design;

• By simply slipping it over the steering
• By stitching it

Is the steering wheel cover good?

Yes, steering wheel covers have 4-main functions;

• Grip
• Comfort
• Protection
• Beauty

✓ Grip:  Premium Steering wheel covers surface is designed with a lot of grooves, raisings, & edges so it can provide maximum grip even when your hands are sweaty and oily.

✓ Comfort: Original steering wheels are mostly hard, but steering wheel covers are mostly designed soft to provide your hands comfort by absorbing vibrations. Also, if you want an extra comfy level, you can buy plush / foam-based covers.

✓  Protection:  Steering wheels are the only part of a vehicle that is in constant contact directly with human skin ( hands ), harmful agents from the hands, such as dirt, oil, nail polish, etc can easily damage the original steering wheel as well as constant friction between hands & steering will scratch off an original steering material eventually. So, by adding a steering wheel cover, you can increase the lifespan of your original steering wheel.

✓  Beauty: Most car steering wheels come in only standard black color, which can be boring to some people. While steering wheel covers come in many shades, such as wood, gray, blue, camouflage, green, red, black, purple, pictures, etc. So, you can add a steering wheel cover that has a color of your choice, that will make you & passengers happy as well as make your car look more beautiful.

Do steering covers affect your driving?

Yes, steering wheel covers affect your driving, but whether they affect driving in a good way or a bad way will depend upon the quality & size of the steering wheel.

Bad Affect: If your steering wheel is of low quality it will not properly deal with your hand’s sweat & oil and makes your hands slip on steering, which may result in an accident. Plus, if you buy the wrong size steering cover, it will mostly slip on the steering and may also cause an accident. So, always buy the perfect size.

Good Affect: Most premium quality steering covers have special patterns on them, which will make your hands stay on the steering even when your hands are sweaty & oily. Plus, steering wheel covers increase steering size, which will ensure that your hands grip steering more firmly. Also, Steering wheels covers are made soft to absorb max vibration, which makes them comfy for your body. Lastly, different color steering wheels provide comfort to the driver and make driving easy.

Do steering wheel covers affect airbags?

No, steering wheel covers do not affect the deployment of steering airbags.

An airbag is deployed at the center of the steering, while the steering wheel cover is present at the edges of the steering, so the cover will not cause any trouble to an airbag.

Just make sure that the steering wheel cover;

• Is in good condition, not chipped off from any point
• It does not have any sharp points.

Because when the airbag deploys, it comes in contact with a cover, and at that point, damaged areas of cover may get chipped off & fly away, which may cause damage. Also, a sharp point of cover may rupture the bag.

But as long as you keep the steering wheel cover in the best condition, most likely nothing bad will happen due to steering wheel cover during airbag deployment.

Are steering wheel covers one size fits all?

Yes and No.

It is true that Steering wheel covers come in many sizes, mostly in the range of 14 inches ~ 17.5 inches diameter and grip size of 2 ¾ inches to 4 ¼ inches, so one size does not fit all. But yes, it is also true that the above size range can fit most kinds of vehicles in the market. So, it is more true to say that ” Few sizes fits All “.

What are steering wheel covers made from?

Steering wheel covers are mostly manufactured from the following materials;

• Mesh
• Suede
• Plastic
• Velour
• Canvas
• Silicone
• Polyester
• Neoprene
• Sheepskin
• Real Leather
• PU or PVC leather
• Other…

For comfort, beauty, & grip, additional materials may also get added, such as;

• Memory foam
• Carbon fiber
• Comfort Gel
• Diamonds
• More…

  

What colors are available in steering wheel covers?

STE Steering wheel covers come in the following colors, such as;

• Tan
• Red
• Blue
• Pink
• Gold
• Gray
• Black
• Wood
• Green
• Yellow
• Orange
• Camouflage
• Multicolor
• Any single or mixed colors/pictures of your choice

How do I keep my steering wheel warm in the winter?

You can warm your steering wheel warm in winters in 4 ways, but which way is the best for you, compare yourself;

X  By turning on a car heater ( slow process and over-heated air may cause nausea ).

✓ By installing a heated steering wheel cover ( fast heating and low-cost & easily available).

X  By installing a heated steering wheel ( fast heating but very costly & not available for every car ).

X  By heat from hands ( slow process and only works best if you have a fluffy steering wheel cover because it is good in retaining heat ).

Can you drive with heated steering wheel cover plugged in?

Yes, you can drive your car, and rotate the steering wheel as many turns as you want while the heated steering wheel cover is connected to the 12 V cigarette plug.

The heated steering wheel cover has 2 safety options designs available in cigarette plug connection;

• A curly/spiral wire ( which automatically extends & de-extends while you turn the steering wheel ).
• A detachable magnetic connector ( which disconnects the wire from the steering wheel cover if wire length reaches its maximum ).

Can I put a steering wheel cover on a heated steering wheel?

Yes, you can put a steering wheel cover on a heated steering wheel without any main worry.

There is a smallish issue, heat from the heated steering wheel will reach your hands a little less & slower because now the steering wheel cover is between.

Besides this, if you are using a cheap quality cover, it may expand due to heating, may slip, and may cause an accident. But premium quality covers do not expand easily and do not slip. Other than this, there will be no critical issue.

Are leather steering wheels really leather?

Yes and No. Most leather steering wheel covers in the market are made from PU or PVC leather, which is both artificial ones.

Some highest premium steering wheel covers are manufactured from real animal leather, which is very very costly.

PU ( polyurethane ) & PVC ( polyvinyl chloride ) leather materials almost look the same as real animal leather but are available at very low prices.

PVC leather has more layers and is more durable, while PU leather has fewer layers, has more pores, and is less durable.

What is the size of my steering wheel?

The size of your vehicle’s steering wheel will depend upon your;

• Vehicle type ( car, ambulance, truck, etc )
• Vehicle Model ( example; Toyota Corolla or Camry, etc )
• Production year

You can find your steering wheel dimensions on the internet by typing vehicle model & year Or you can simply measure it.

You have to measure 2 things to get the right size cover;

• Diameter
• Grip Circumference

Follow the below steps for measuring;

Measuring Diameter

• Level measuring tape at the center of the Steering wheel
• Place tape from one outermost edge of the steering wheel to the other.
• Now see from eye level and note the length.

Measuring Grip Circumference

• Get measuring tape
• Put measuring tape at one point of the wheel and go around all the circles.
• Note the reading

That’s all. Buy a Steering Wheel Cover now which suits both measurements.

Are silicone steering wheel covers safe?

Yes, our STE Silicone steering wheel covers are completely safe to use because;

✓ Made with non-toxic food-grade silicone.

✓ Odorless.

✓ No-losing overtime.

✓ Environmentally friendly.

✓ No slipping ( if you buy the right size ).

✓ Withstand high & cold extreme temperatures.

Note: Beware of other sellers in the market, they may sell you low-grade silicone covers, which may be toxic/smelly.

How do you clean, wash & dry a steering wheel cover?

Maintaining your steering wheel cover is not only necessary for making it look good but if it gets damaged, or any greasy substance is present on it, then your hand may get a slip, may cause you to lose car control & an accident may happen.

So, for maintaining your precious steering wheel cover follow the below processes when needed;

• Cleaning
• Hand Washing
• Machine Washing
• Drying

a) Cleaning Steering Wheel Cover

Dust your steering wheel cover with a clean cloth ( preferably a microfiber towel ), so any oil, dust, chemicals, or other harmful agents, which daily get attached to the steering wheel from the driver’s hand will get removed. So, your steering cover will return to its optimum condition. 

Sometimes, clean your steering wheel cover with a wet cloth. For that, take a microfiber towel, slightly wet it with normal water or cleaning liquid ( in fluid or spray form ), and rub it gently on the cover until every area is covered.

b) Hand Washing Steering Wheel Cover

When your cover is too dirty & cleaning with a cloth is not doing any good, then take it off and follow the below steps;

➢   Take a Clean Cloth ( preferably a microfiber towel )

➢   Add warm ( normal ) water to a bucket

➢   Add mild soap/cleaning liquid to a bucket

➢   Scrub your dirty Steering wheel cover with a cloth

➢   When all debris is removed, dip steering wheel cover in freshwater

Special Notes

“You can wash any kind of material normal Steering wheel covers, such as Sheepskin, Plush, Leather, Neoprene, etc with this method”

“Heated Steering wheel covers are advanced electrical products. Only clean them with a dry or slightly wet cloth/cleaning spray. Never dip them in Water.

c) Machine Washing

Machine washing is a more efficient & more easy cleaning process, but it is not suggested for all kinds of materials of Steering wheel covers.

Except for Sheepskin & other fluffy materials, all other materials of steering wheel covers are machine washable.

For Machine Washing, follow the below steps;

➢   Put warm water in the machine

➢   Put mild detergent in the machine ( do not use fragrance one )

➢   Do not use fabric softener

➢   Let the machine run

➢   Rinse it in warm water

➢   Do not put any other items with a steering wheel cover because their color will get on your SWC, or their fibers ( especially cotton cloth fibers ) may get entangled in the Steering wheel cover.

D) Drying

Well, it is strongly advised not to put your steering wheel cover ( SWC ) in a dryer ( especially fluffy ones ) because dryer fast-spinning may loosen the fibers or affect the shape of your cover.

Always let air-dry your cover in the sun preferably in a horizontal position rather than hanging to a wire.

What are the different Steering wheel covers STE offers?

As one of the largest manufacturers of Steering Wheel Covers, We at STE have 120 skilled workers & 100 sewing machines, which produce 8 million covers per year in over 1000+ designs.

Our Most Selling Steering Wheel Covers ( SWC ) are;

✓ Bling SWC

✓ Truck SWC

✓ Fluffy SWC

✓ Leather SWC

✓ Disposable SWC

✓ Heated SWC

a) Bling Steering Wheel Cover

Our Super Sparkly Bling Steering Wheel Cover is a perfect match for females who want their cars shining all the time, even the outside from the windows. There are 2 main kinds, Diamond & Glitter Bling SWCs.

More famous are Diamond ones, while Glitter ones are for those who do not like the feel of stones but the same shining as stones. So for them, we make gel-like smooth surface bling SWCs with shining glitter material beneath.

Features;

●      Material: PU leather / Velvet / More…

●      No-Dropping: No Diamond stone will fall away.

●      Durable: Heat resistant / Cold resistant / Wear-resistant.

●      Colors : Rose Gold / Pink / Red / Blue / Black / Purple / White / Orange / More…

●      Anti-Slip: Inner base layer is high-quality Rubber that holds the steering wheel firmly.

●      Fitting: Fit normal Steering, as well as some designs, can also fit D-kind Steering wheels.

●      Anti-Scratching: Rhinestones every edge is properly polished, so you can get a comfy feel & your hands will not get scratched.

b) Truck Steering Wheel Cover

Truck SWCs are for those who have big vehicles like Jeep, Ford, Semi-Truck, Dodge Ram, Busses, RVs, etc. We mostly make them in sizes of 14 inches ~ 19 inches. They are made heavy-duty for extra long life.

Features;

●      Durable: Have extra wear resistance.

●      Material: PU leather / PVC leather / Silicone / More…

●      Comfortable: Have a soft grip, which makes your hands less fatigue.

●      Beauty: Increase the looks of your vehicle and hide your old steering.

●      Anti-Slip Grip: SWCs with diamond, dotted, or other patterns on them provide extra protection against slipping.

c) Fluffy Steering Wheel Cover

Our Fluffy Steering Wheel covers are made for those who want a super-duper velvety & furry feel under their hands and make their car look ultra-luxurious. We mainly made fluffy SWCs from real Sheepskin wool or faux ( fake ) fur. Both materials almost look alike and have the same comfy feel, but sheepskin Steering Wheel Covers are way more pricey than faux fur ones.

Features;

●      Durable: No fur hair will shed easily.

●      Fur Length: Both Short Fur & Long Fur Length Available.

●      Absorption: Keep your hands dry by absorbing all sweat & moisture.

●      Warmth: Fur can retain heat and keep your hands from freezing in winter.

●      Beauty: Give your car a Luxury, warm & pricey look and hide your old steering wheel.

●      Easy Driving: The smooth fur makes your hand fatigue less as well as calms your mind.

●      Breathable: Highly breathable and moisture-resistant surface so all absorbed liquid ( sweat etc ) will dry away quickly leaving no odor behind.

●      Anti-Slip: As these covers are large, you will get more wide area for firm gripping. Plus these can absorb all the sweat & moisture, so there are no chances of slipping.

d) Leather Steering Wheel Covers

Leather SWCs are for those who want a decent yet pricey look in their cars along with gripping functionality. Our Leather SWCs are made from PU leather, PVC leather, or Real leather. All materials have the almost same look. The upper outer surface can be smooth as well as different stitching patterns can be made on it such as diamond-like, raised, sports lines, etc.

Features;

●      Comfy: Leather is very soft, which will save your hands from fatigue.

●      Anti-Slip: Inner base layer strongly hold steering, making the cover non-slipping.

●      Hands Care Heat & cold resistance surface, so it will help a lot in avoiding your hands from burning in summers and freezing in winters.

●      Breathable: It will absorb and evaporate your hand’s sweat, maintaining cover almost dry all the time, which helps in anti-slipping.

●      Combo: With leather you can add, Carbon fiber / Sheepskin / Silicone / Memory foam / Textured Blanket / Gel / Diamonds / More. Making 2 in 1 design of Leather SWCs.

e) Disposable Steering Wheel Cover

These covers are for use during Car washes, Valet Services, Mechanic Workshops, Car Showrooms, Car Sharing, etc. These are made up of plastic and have rubber bands to keep them in place.

Features;

●      Easy to Use: Just Slip it on on the steering.

●      Disposable: Very Cheap, throw them after use.

●      Universal Fit: Can fit most Cars & big Vehicles. Come in 2 ~ 3 Universal sizes.

●      Hygiene: Protects from oils, greases, dust, sweat, etc, and keeps your steering / Gear Handle from damaging.

●       Accessory: Disposable Gear Handle cover / Disposable Car Seat Covers, You can buy both of these accessories or each of them separately.

f) Heated Steering Wheel Cover

Heated SWCs are those who want to keep their hands from freezing in winter. Heated SWCs have a built-in heating mechanism, which when powered can heat the steering in just a few seconds ( mostly in 1 s ~ 9 s ). One of the main benefits of these covers is they are cheap as compared to costly heated steering installations, which are not even available for every car.

Features;

●      Grip: Provide a Comfy and firm grip over a steering wheel.

●      Power Options: Cord into DC 12 V Cigarette Plug / Rechargeable Battery Operated.

●      Manual Temperature Control: You can select a specific temperature from buttons between 90° F ~ 120° F ( 32° C ~ 48.9° C ).

●      Auto-Temperature Control: Built-in thermometer controls heating of steering wheel by the auto on-off function when required. It keeps the selected temperature constant and keeps your hands warm all the time.

Do we offer custom design steering wheel covers?

You can also custom order your own favorite steering wheel cover. You can choose the material, shape, pattern, size, stitching design, color, and more of your custom SWC.

Features;

●      Size: 14 / 14.5 / 15 / 16 / 17 / 18 / 19 ( inches )

●      Putting on Mode: Slip-over / Stitching / More…

●      Shape: For Circular Steerings / For D-Shape Steerings / More…

●      Patterns: Diamond stitching / Raised stitching / Ripple Rubber / Dotted / Braided / Perforated / More…

●      Combo: Wood / Chrome / Gel / Carbon Fiber / Rubber Grips / Memory Foam / Diamonds / More…

●      Material: Leather / Suede / Silicone / Neoprene / Polyester / Sheepskin or Faux Fur / Mesh / Velour / Canvas / More…

●      Colors: Blue / Green / Orange / Yellow / Red / Black / Gray / Pink / Camo / Sublimation Print / Leopard Print / Cheetah Print / Hello Kitty / Betty Boop / Sunflower / More…

●      Accessories: Seat belt cover / Handbrake Cover / Gear Handle Cover / More…

How long do steering wheel covers last?

If you drive your vehicle daily, a premium quality Steering Wheel Cover will usually last for 1 ~ 3 years or more if you keep cleaning it and use it properly.

What is the price of steering wheel covers?

The price of Steering Wheel Covers depends on the following factors;

●      Material

●      Surface Pattern

●      Stitching factors

●      Slip-on or Stitching

●      Accessories

●      Custom Logo

●      Packing Material

We at STE make your Steering Wheel Covers of the best quality but at the cheapest prices. Below are the prices of some of our Steering Wheel Covers;

✓ Polyester SWCs     :   $ 0.5 ~ $ 1

✓ Leather SWCs       :   $ 1 ~ $ 1.5

✓ Neoprene SWCs    :   $ 1.5 ~ $ 2

✓ Bling SWCs            :   $ 2 ~ $ 10

What is the Warranty of Steering Wheel Covers?

As one of the largest manufacturers of Steering Wheel Covers, we make 8 Million Pieces per year. On Most of your Steering Wheel Covers, we give up to 12 months ( 1 year ) of Warranty.

Do we give a free sample of the steering wheel cover?

Yes, you can choose any Steering Wheel Cover from our 1000+ designs or give us a design to make one. Then tell us how many pieces you want, and if you are eligible we will send you a sample for free.

Can you add your logo to the steering wheel cover?

Yes, you can add your logo on Steering Wheel Cover in the following ways;

●      Rubber Logo

●      Stitched Logo

●      Embossed Logo

●      Chrome Patch Logo

●      More…

What is the delivery time of our steering wheel covers?

Your Order Delivery Time will depend on 3 factors;

●      Manufacturing Time

●      Shipping Time

●      Peak Season

a) Manufacturing Time:

We can make 22,000 Steering Wheel Covers Per day. So, if you have an order of 10,000 pcs, we can make it in half a day. But if you want 200,000 pcs it will take 9 ~ 10 days for production. And so on.

b) Shipping Time:

During the normal season, shipping will take 15 ~ 45 days depending on your country’s location. While in peak season, it will take a bit longer.

c) Peak Season

During peak season, there are many orders, so you will have to wait for a little. If you want delivery on time tell us in advance. But we have a very large production line, and even during peak season, we will give you the fastest possible delivery.

What is the custom logo packings available for steering wheel covers?

We at STE can give you various kinds of packings for Steering Wheel Covers;

●      Plastic bag

●      Round Cardboard Box

●      Square Cardboard Box

●      Hexagonal Cardboard Box

●      More…