Power Your Parking With The Handbrake Assist

The RV Electronics Handbrake Assist provides the extra power needed to engage the mechanical braking system of the towed vehicle. 

With simple installation, multiple safety features and intelligent operation, the Handbrake Assist will make setting up at your destination easier than ever before. 

Caravanning in Australia has come a long way thanks to modern technology. Solutions now exist for almost every challenge, but one issue has remained: the awkward, sometimes difficult-to-use handbrake found on every caravan drawbar. While some handbrakes are better than others, nearly all require significant physical effort to engage properly, and disengaging them can be even more of a hassle.

Enter the Handbrake Assist—a brand-new innovation that eliminates the physical strain of using caravan handbrakes. Watching a handbrake lever engage itself with no effort is quite the sight, but how does this marvel work?

Handbrake Assist is the product of a collaboration between Equipment Link RV and RV Electronics, a company known for introducing advanced technology like digital water level indicators to the Australian RV industry.

Rather than replacing your caravan’s existing handbrake, Handbrake Assist works alongside the mechanical components, using a specially designed actuator mounted to the caravan’s chassis. This clever actuator connects to just one side of the handbrake cable, applying up to 25kg of pulling force to engage the brake.

But this isn’t about brute strength. Thanks to intelligent software developed by RV Electronics, Handbrake Assist "learns" the optimal pulling force required for each individual handbrake setup, adjusting its operation to suit your caravan.

How Does It Work?

When you arrive at your destination, it’s as simple as pressing a button. In just a few seconds, the actuator engages the handbrake, and the lever raises itself automatically. It’s incredibly impressive to watch.

To disengage the brake, you’ll need to use both hands for safety—pressing the lever’s button while activating Handbrake Assist. This ensures that, should the van roll unexpectedly, you’re in position to manually stop it. This safety-conscious design also allows for manual override, giving users full control in case of emergency.

For those of us who have experienced the discomfort of releasing a stiff handbrake—especially with shoulder, back, or other mobility issues—Handbrake Assist is a real game-changer. It takes the strain out of the process and ensures the brake is always applied correctly, reducing the risk of skipping the handbrake altogether.

Key Features:

• Easy Installation: The system can be installed DIY or professionally, attaching to any suitable 12V power source.
• Wide Compatibility: Handbrake Assist works with most popular caravan handbrake systems, including Cruisemaster, AL-KO, McHitch, OzHitch, ARK, and Lovells units.
• Durable and Reliable: The chassis-mounted actuator is waterproof and dustproof, making it ideal for rugged Australian conditions.
• Affordable Innovation: With an RRP of $895, it offers excellent value for a product that enhances safety and convenience on every trip.

If you're looking for an easier, more efficient way to handle your caravan’s handbrake, Handbrake Assist is a smart and practical solution. It makes caravanning simpler, safer, and more accessible for all. For wholesale and trade enquiries, speak to Glenn at Equipment Link RV.