Brake Controller Installations

An electric brake controller enables a trailer or caravan to brake in sync with the tow vehicle. Adventure Additions installs REDARC and Narva brake control systems for cars, utes, SUVs, and 4x4s across Melbourne.

What an Electric Brake Controller Does

An electric brake controller manages the braking power sent to a trailer’s wheels. It connects to the towing vehicle’s braking system, ensuring the trailer slows down in sync with the car. This reduces wear on the vehicle’s brakes and improves stopping distance. Without a brake controller, the trailer can push against the towing vehicle during braking, increasing strain and risk.

Adventure Additions installs electric brake controllers on cars, utes, SUVs, and 4x4s towing caravans, trailers, and work vehicles. Most installations use the REDARC Tow-Pro Elite V3 or Pro Elite range, mounted behind the dashboard with a dash-mounted control knob for real-time adjustment.

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Brake controller installations are typically paired with additional towing electronics:
Anderson Plug Installations
Anderson plugs, colour-coded by function: grey for 12V appliances and charging, red for ESC and auxiliary charging, and blue for solar input.
Narva Voltage Sensitive Relay

A Narva Voltage Sensitive Relay (VSR) that automatically isolates the dual battery system to prevent power drain

Car Circuit Braker
Circuit breakers to protect the electrical system from overload
Rear View Camera
Towing mirrors and rear vision cameras to extend visibility around the trailer or caravan
RedArc Brake Controller

Proportional and Manual Braking Modes

Most brake controllers installed by Adventure Additions offer two modes. Proportional mode monitors the vehicle’s deceleration and applies a matching braking force to the trailer, ensuring both vehicles slow down at the same rate. User-controlled mode allows the driver to apply the trailer brakes independently, which helps correct trailer sway or manage steep descents.

The control knob is typically mounted low on the dashboard or in a vacant switch blank, keeping it within easy reach without disrupting the factory interior.

Testing, Maintenance and Refurbishment

Regular maintenance keeps your dual battery system working well for years. The technicians test voltage and current, do load tests, and check charging performance to make sure everything is running as it should.

If something goes wrong, the team checks for common issues like loose connections, blown fuses or circuit breakers, and voltage drops or charging problems. If your setup needs a full overhaul, the Adventure Additions team can do complete refurbishments and full 12V rewires too.

Where Brake Controllers are Fitted

Where Brake Controllers Are Fitted

Electric brake controllers are installed on a wide range of vehicles, including 4x4s and utes towing heavy trailers, as well as SUVs and passenger vehicles set up for caravan towing. Installations can also be adapted for hybrid and electric vehicles, and for marine trailers that require a waterproof electrical braking interface.

Frequently Asked questions

An electric brake controller manages the braking power sent to a trailer's wheels, linking with the tow vehicle's brakes so the trailer slows down in sync with the car.
Trailers and caravans with their own brakes generally need a compatible brake controller in the tow vehicle so the two braking systems work together safely.
Proportional mode applies trailer braking force that matches the vehicle's deceleration automatically. User-controlled mode lets the driver apply the trailer brakes manually, which helps on steep descents or if the trailer starts to sway.
Anderson plugs are heavy-duty connectors that transfer power between a vehicle and a trailer or caravan, feeding fridges, lighting and battery charging systems while towing.
Installation time depends on the vehicle and setup. For example, installing a brake controller and Anderson plug on a BYD Shark 6 took about five hours, while a similar installation on a Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 took about seven hours, both completed at the Braeside facility.
Yes. Brake controllers are matched to the vehicle and wired to work with the trailer's or caravan's existing electric brakes, providing synchronised control from inside the cabin.
Professional installation meets automotive wiring standards, which helps protect a vehicle's factory warranty. Specific warranty terms should be confirmed with the vehicle manufacturer.

Ready for Safer, Synchronised Trailer Braking?

A properly installed brake controller provides smoother stops, reduces wear on the tow vehicle, and increases driver confidence. Adventure Additions installs REDARC and Narva brake control systems for cars, utes, SUVs, and 4x4s across Melbourne.
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