Related: CURT Celebrates 25th Anniversary
CURT Launches First-Ever Mobile, Bluetooth Brake Control
CURT, a manufacturer of American-made hitches and a complete line of towing products, is launching the first-ever Bluetooth-enabled mobile brake control, the Echo.
November 7, 2018
The Echo is designed to be highly portable for use with multiple vehicles and trailers. It easily plugs in between the 7-way RV blade connectors of the vehicle and trailer.
Photo courtesy of CURT
2 min to read
CURT, a manufacturer of American-made hitches and a complete line of towing products, is launching the first-ever Bluetooth-enabled mobile brake control, the Echo #51180. This is a portable, plug-and-play device that links to the driver’s smartphone to control and monitor all trailer brake activity.
The all-new CURT Echo features Bluetooth technology to wirelessly connect to the driver’s smartphone. With the downloadable Smart Control app for Apple or Android phones, the Echo monitors the trailer brakes, allows for manual control and sends status updates, all using the driver’s smartphone.
The Echo is also designed to be highly portable for use with multiple vehicles and trailers. It easily plugs in between the 7-way RV blade connectors of the vehicle and trailer. The app is able to store multiple user and trailer profiles, and the device itself is constructed for long-lasting weather resistance.
The all-new CURT Echo is truly a brake control for the modern age. It is the first of its kind, featuring Bluetooth technology to wirelessly connect to the driver’s smartphone. With the downloadable Smart Control app for Apple or Android phones, the Echo™ monitors the trailer brakes, allows for manual control and sends status updates, all using the driver’s smartphone.
The Echo is also designed to be highly portable for use with multiple vehicles and trailers. It easily plugs in between the 7-way RV blade connectors of the vehicle and trailer. The app is able to store multiple user and trailer profiles, and the device itself is constructed for long-lasting weather resistance.
More Products
Milwaukee Introduces BOLT Personal Voltage Detector for Enhanced Jobsite Safety
Milwaukee Tool’s new BOLT Personal Voltage Detector features a wide detection field and clearer voltage alerts to help users quickly identify the presence of voltage.
Read More →
DICA Introduces Solid-Core, Lifetime-Guaranteed Wheel Chocks
DICA’s new engineered wheel chocks eliminate common failure points found in hollow, brittle, low-quality, or improvised alternatives. Common applications include heavy-duty trucks, construction equipment, utility and service vehicles, trailers, and fleet maintenance operations.
Read More →
Ex-Guard Launches Ex-Guard MAX Front-End Protection System
Ex-Guard has launched Ex-Guard MAX, Its most advanced front-end protection system yet. It sets a new safety benchmark with industry-first Front Underrun Mitigation System and exclusive Steer Tire Defender 3.0 protection.
Read More →
Smart Eye Introduces AI One: A Single Compact DMS
Smart Eye’s AI One is a complete Driver Monitoring System built into a compact, self-contained unit. By combining all core components into a single unit, AI One removes the need for external ECUs and extensive cabling.
Read More →
Ex-Guard Expands Grille Guard Protection to Pickups & Vans
Ex-Guard, the company that has provided grille guards to Class 8 trucks for two decades, has expanded its line with the introduction of FX and HX Series guards for Class 2-8 vehicles. Both new grille guards were showcased during NTEA Work Truck Week 2025.
Read More →
SureCam and Blackout Technologies Launch Video Telematics with Integrated Mobile Device Blocking
SureCam and Blackout Technologies have developed a fleet dashcam featuring mobile device blocking capability.
Read More →
Netradyne’s New DMS Sensor Detects Early Signs of Drowsy Driving
Netradyne's third-generation drowsiness detection technology can now identify early-stage drowsiness signs, such as microsleeps and percentage of eye closure over time.
Read More →
Love’s Selling NFL-Licensed High-Visibility Workwear
Love’s Travel Stops is helping football fans show team spirit while staying safe on the job. Each Love’s location has NFL-licensed safety apparel for the two nearest NFL teams, but apparel from all 32 teams is available for order.
Read More →
Grote Industries Launches WorkShield Warning Lights
Grote Industries’ new WorkShield warning lights are powered by HINVII technology and can increase visibility and safety on the worksite when used to illuminate high-visibility materials such as safety vests.
Read More →
J. J. Keller Expands Dash Cam Platforms
The VideoProtects Fleet Camera System from J. J. Keller is now available across multiple platforms and can recognize hazards like driver fatigue, tailgating, forward collision warnings, and other dangerous behaviors, and assign a score based on risk level.
Read More →