Fix - "Unsupported" Controller Issues
First off, I use a program for my controller called InputMapper - this forces my PC to recognise my controller as an Xbox 360/One controller. I would recommend using this and setting the controller profile to "default" on the main screen.
To clarify, I'm using a PS4 controller.
Next, in game you must do the following:
- Go to Settings -> Controls
- Use Page Down to navigate to "Wheel" (yes, you read it right - Wheel)
- Press "X" to customise and UNBIND every single key/action - but ONLY for the Wheel
- Save all these settings
- (Optional) Cross your fingers
Why does this work? Because the "unsupported" controllers are recognised as both a controller and a wheel; therefore, the inputs get mixed up and no matter what you try, something will always get recognised as handbrake.
I really hope this helps, as it's worked wonders for me.
Would you mind if I add this information to our sticky on the subject:
http://answers.ea.com/t5/Technical-Issues/PC-Steering-Wheels-and-Controllers/td-p/5230054