sentences:  Such systems use a motorized mechanism built into the rear disc brake caliper, and is signalled via a switch on the centre console or dashboard.The electric parking brake is normally integrated with the vehicle's other systems via a CAN bus network, and can provide additional functionality such as
  
  
  EPB systems afford packaging and manufacturing advances, since it allows for an uncluttered central console in the absence of the traditional handbrake lever (many manufacturers have used the freed up space to place the controls for their infotainment systems), plus it reduces manufacturing complexity since it removes the need to route bowden cables underneath the vehicle.EPB has gradually filtered down to cheaper vehicles, for instance within the Volkswagen Group, EPB became now a standard fitment on the 2006 Passat (B6), whilst Opel introduced it on the 2008 Insignia.