Car Washes, Wraps, and Wax: Protecting Your Sensors from Damage
Can a pressure washer damage your parking sensors? Does wax block your radar? Learn the Do's and Don'ts of cleaning and detailing a modern car with ADAS.
Windshield Replacements and ADAS: Why a Simple Crack Costs More Now
A cracked windshield is no longer a cheap, quick fix. Learn why modern cars with ADAS cameras require mandatory, specialized calibration after a glass replacement.
The “Phantom Braking” Phenomenon: Why It Happens and What to Do
Has your car's automatic braking system triggered on an empty road? Learn why "phantom braking" happens, the common triggers, and what you should do when it occurs.
Buying a Used Car? How to Spot ADAS Problems Before You Pay
Don't buy a hidden repair bill. Learn how to inspect a used car's ADAS features, spot sensor damage, and verify calibration history before you hand over the cash.
Decoding Your Car’s ADAS Alerts and Warnings
Confused by beeps and dashboard icons? Learn what common ADAS alerts and warnings mean, why they appear, and how drivers should respond calmly and safely.
Driver Monitoring Systems: Preventing Drowsy and Distracted Driving
Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS) are a vital piece of modern ADAS that uses inward-facing cameras and sensors to check whether you are alert, focused and in control. They watch for…
Understanding Lane Keeping Assist: How It Works and When to Use It
What is Lane Keeping Assist? Lane Keeping Assist (sometimes called Lane Keeping Aid or Lane Centring) is an advanced driver assistance system designed to help you stay safely within your…
The Future of Semi-Autonomous Driving and What It Means for Daily Driving
Semi-autonomous driving features like Autopilot and Super Cruise are changing commutes. This plain-English guide explains what Level 2 and Level 3 systems really do, their benefits and limitations, how they…
Teaching Your Partner or Kids How Not to Fight the Car: A Friendly Guide to ADAS Etiquette
Help your family get comfortable with ADAS. This friendly guide shows how to explain lane keeping, adaptive cruise and other driver-assistance features so your partner or kids don’t fight the…
How Weather and Road Conditions Affect ADAS Performance: What Drivers Should Know
Learn why rain, fog, snow, glare and rough roads can confuse your car’s advanced driver assistance systems. This plain-English guide explains how weather and road conditions affect ADAS performance and…