Valley Towing Products, an industry leader in hitches and towing accessories, introduces two new compact brake controls designed for safe stopping of trailers with electric brake systems.

The Phantom(tm) (PN #32811) is a time-based unit engineered with Valley's exclusive F.E.T. brake control technology, which uses components that emit less heat and allow for the development of a smaller brake control.  Measuring 3 inches wide by 3.75 inches long and 1 inch high, the Phantom's compact design allows the unit to conveniently mount anywhere in the vehicle.
      
"As today's towing population turns to smaller vehicles like crossovers and SUVs for their travel needs, the demand for compact yet powerful trailer braking systems continues to increase," said Mike McCann, director of marketing, Valley.  "Valley has developed two stylish brake controls that provide an ideal solution for today's car owners."
     
Valley's Phantom brake control is developed for trailers with two and four brake systems and features a dual LED display that indicates trailer continuity, power connection, output power level, gain setting and ramp time setting.  It also allows for infinite adjustability in both output and ramp time settings.  
      
With identical measurements, the new Blackbird(tm) brake control (PN #32812) is a more powerful version of the Phantom featuring an easy-to-read digital display that communicates trailer settings and diagnostic alerts for trailer disconnect, short circuits and charging system errors.  The unit is designed to support trailers with two, four, six and eight brake systems.
      
The Phantom and Blackbird are installed with industry-standard adapter harnesses and they do not interfere with other vehicle electrical systems such as anti-lock brakes and cruise control.  Both operate with electric over hydraulic braking systems and employ manual braking levers that illuminate vehicle and trailer stop lamps for safety.
      
Valley hitches and towing accessories can be purchased at leading automotive parts and retail stores including Napa Auto, O'Reilly Auto Parts and Carquest Auto Parts.  To find a Valley dealer in your area, visit the company online at www.valley.us.com and select the "Where to Buy" link (or call 800.344.3112).