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TOPDON: Powering the Next Generation of ADAS Diagnostics(Post)
As advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) become standard across modern vehicles, the role of diagnostics inside collision repair and calibration shops has fundamentally changed. What used to be a ...
Toyota Techstream Lite: The Complete Setup Guide for Independent Shops(Post)If you work on Toyota, Lexus, or Scion vehicles, you've probably hit the wall at least once: a customer brings in a car with a warning light, you need to run a health check or recalibrate an ADAS sys ...
ADAS Depot New SecondTech Direct Service(Post)Independent and mobile repair shops face a familiar problem. A vehicle rolls in with a complex electrical fault or a module that needs programming, and the shop either invests in an expensive OEM-spe ...
How to Identify ADAS Calibrations(Post)Identifying which calibrations to perform is not necessarily straightforward, yet is a crucial step in ensuring a safe and properly-functioning vehicle. Let's take a look at several methods that iden ...
OEM Hardware & Software Guide: Toyota, Ford, Honda and Stellantis(Post)A shop's reference for OEM diagnostic hardware, software, and setup, organized by manufacturer. In this guide Why OEM hardware matters Toyota / Lexus / Scion Ford / Lincoln / Mercury Stellantis (C ...
Preparing Your Collision Center for the Future of AEB Technology(Post)Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) is rapidly transforming the automotive landscape. As a collision center owner, embracing this technology isn't just about keeping up; it's about seizing a significan ...
Aftermarket vs. OEM Scan Tools: Why the Best Shops Use Both(Post)If you've spent any time in ADAS calibration, you've probably had this conversation. A shop owner is building out their diagnostic setup and wants to know: should I go aftermarket or OEM? The honest ...
Our Take On The Recent ADAS “Drifting” Article(Post)The latest testing indicates that ADAS sensors may be out of calibration through normal wear and tear. Perhaps not surprising given what these vehicles go through. ADAS systems aren't as stable as w ...
State Farm and Progressive: The New ADAS Paywall?(Post)Overcoming Insurance Obstacles: Strategies for ADAS Calibration Shops to Secure Timely Payments Amidst Evolving Policies Navigating the reimbursement landscape for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems ...
The Hidden ADAS Story Inside the Motor Vehicle Modernization Act(Post)When the Motor Vehicle Modernization Act started making headlines, most of the attention went to Right to Repair. That's understandable. Access to service information, OEM software, diagnostic data, ...
5 Common ADAS Calibration Errors (And How to Avoid Them)(Post)Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have become standard in modern vehicles, improving safety and enhancing driver confidence. But for repair shops, calibration errors can be costly—leadi ...
How Repair Shops Prove Calibrations Are Needed(Post)When your vehicle's ADAS systems aren't performing correctly, how do repair shops determine if calibration is actually necessary? Unlike traditional mechanical issues that are often visible or audibl ...
