Most dedicated race cars lack a handbrake, but it is functional on specific classes intended for drifting, rallycross, or street use:
. These peripherals allow for "feathering"—applying 20% or 50% pressure rather than a simple on/off state. In the AMS2 control menu, calibrating the deadzone and sensitivity
Mastering the Automobilista 2 Handbrake: Setup, Mapping, and Pro Techniques
Many AMS2 players use a separate USB sequential shifter pulled back as a handbrake. While not pressure-sensitive, the long throw allows for better timing than a thumb button.