Abstract: A wheel securing device, comprises L-shaped and U-shaped hooks extending from an articulated central platform positioned across the full diameter of the tire and wheel, wherein: (i) base legs of a pair of L-shaped hooks attach to and extend from the central platform into contact with the tread of the tire and (ii) radial legs of the L-shaped hooks contact the interior side wall of the tire. An U-shaped hook is also attached to the platform via a planar arm, and includes longer and shorter legs contacting opposite side walls of the tire, and a base leg in contact with the tire tread. Since the planar arm is pivotally attached to the top wall of the platform, movement of the arm carries the U-shaped hook into and out of contact with the tread of the tire to provide convenient attachment and removal of the securing device relative to the tire.