Have you come across a strange meme while surfing the internet in the past few days that shows a car tire with two little things on the rim? You may have read that these are government tracking devices and must be removed immediately. It's a meme that caused a stir 2019
What is really behind the “tracking transmitters”?
First of all: Please don't remove these little things! These are not government tracking devices. On the contrary, they play an important role in the safety of your car. They are small pieces of metal attached to the edge of your car's rims.
The importance of balancing weights
But why are they there? Quite simply: They help you keep your car safe on the road. If your wheels are not properly balanced, your steering wheel may start to shake at certain speeds. Balancing weights ensure that the wheel “weighs” evenly by being placed on the “lighter” side. This improves driving behavior and prevents the steering wheel from shaking.
A joke with a serious background
So the story about the tracking devices is nothing more than a joke, an internet troll. The balancing weights have an important function for driving safety and are not evidence of alleged government surveillance.
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Conclusion
Next time you see this meme, smile and tell your friends what these little things really are. And no matter what the meme says, don't remove them. They are important for the safety of your car and have nothing to do with government tracking devices. It is important that we understand the meaning and purpose of these small but important parts in our cars. Ultimately, it's about our own safety on the road.
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