HSP Roll R Cover Series 3.5

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  • 2026

  • Engineering Design

Commissioned By:

HSP Vehicle Accessories

Designed In:

Australia

The HSP Roll R Cover Series 3.5 is the world’s premier electric utility cover. Entirely Australian manufactured and refined through rigorous engineering, it delivers total vehicle integration and superior security. Featuring a world-first 5-mode operation system, this unit represents the highest standard of excellence in the global automotive aftermarket.


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  • CHALLENGE
  • SOLUTION
  • IMPACT
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  • The primary challenge was engineering a retractable cover that delivered uncompromising security and weather protection without sacrificing a vehicle's original utility. Historically, the aftermarket sector relied on bulky canisters that consumed cargo space and intrusive side rails that disrupted a vehicle's functionality. Existing products also frequently required invasive drilling, compromising vehicle integrity. The brief for the Series 3.5 required a complete reimagining of water management and electronic architecture. HSP overcame these limitations by developing a native, low profile system featuring the industry's smallest canister and a six point drainage network, ensuring professional grade performance in extreme global environments.

  • The Series 3.5 solution centers on native integration rather than secondary fitment. A landmark moment in development was engineering the world's smallest retractable canister at 180mm, achieving maximised bed access. A major roadblock involved overcoming the structural limitations of traditional drainage. HSP solved this by designing a six point water flow system capable of discharging 60 liters per minute. The development journey culminated in an intelligent electronic architecture facilitating over the air updates and five mode operation. This transition from a mechanical cover to a software enabled system defines the Series 3.5 as an integrated vehicle technology.

  • The Roll R Cover Series 3.5 delivers significant impact by redefining Australian & Global automotive manufacturing. Commercially, it has secured HSP’s position as a Tier 1 global supplier, equipping over 30,000 vehicles annually and supporting a network of 500 distributors. Environmentally, its precision-engineered low profile improves vehicle aerodynamics, while the use of recyclable aluminum ensures long-term sustainability. Societally, the project champions local industry, maintaining high-tech manufacturing jobs across three Victorian facilities. By transitioning a mechanical accessory into a software-integrated system, HSP has re-defined the global industry standards for safety, security, and user experience.

  • The HSP Roll R Cover Series 3.5 is the only 100 per cent Australian manufactured electric roller cover, ensuring direct accountability for every engineered component. A primary achievement is the industry smallest canister at only 180mm. When combined with 100 per cent curtain retraction, this allows for total bed access. The side rails are custom contoured to each vehicle's specific geometry, sitting lower than traditional boxed rails to maintain efficiency and a premium factory integrated aesthetic.Security and durability remain paramount. The curtain features interlocking aluminium slats in a Mannix black finish that are impossible to cut through. A specialised motor lock prevents the cover from being forced open. For environmental resilience, a high volume six point drainage system manages up to 60 litres of water per minute.Technological leadership is demonstrated through five modes of operation including the HSP 4x4 app, Siri voice control, factory FOB integration, and a built in smart touchpad. It is also the first system of its kind to feature Over the Air (OTA) Wi-Fi updates for continuous software refinement. The user experience is further enhanced by the adjustable Horizon LED light bar and a three year warranty supported by over 500 national distribution centres.