Setting Up Your Calibration Station

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A proper calibration station is the foundation of accurate advanced driver assistance system repairs. A well-designed space ensures that cameras, radar and other sensors are aligned perfectly and that calibrations meet manufacturer specifications. Here are some steps to set up your calibration station: With a dedicated, well-equipped calibration station, you’ll be ready to perform accurate … Read more

Common ADAS Calibration Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

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Even experienced technicians can face challenges when calibrating advanced driver assistance systems. Here are some common pitfalls and tips to avoid them. Avoiding these pitfalls will help you deliver accurate calibrations and maintain customer trust. For more professional insights, visit our Calibration Club. Hiran AlwisHiran Alwis is an automotive lecturer and ADAS specialist with over … Read more

ADAS Calibration Checklist for Workshop Technicians

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Proper calibration of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) is essential to ensure sensors and cameras provide accurate data. Use this checklist to guide your calibration process and maintain safety standards. Accurate ADAS calibration protects drivers and ensures system reliability. By following this checklist and updating your knowledge regularly, you can deliver professional service. For more … Read more

How to Talk to Customers About Calibration Costs

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ADAS calibration is not a quick plug-in-and-done task. It takes time, tools, and training. But to the customer, it can feel like an invisible charge, especially if the car looks “fixed” already. Here is how to explain calibration costs clearly so customers understand the value and safety behind it. Start With the Why, Not the … Read more

What Every Workshop Should Know About ADAS Calibration

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More cars are coming through the workshop with radar sensors, forward-facing cameras, and ADAS features built into bumpers, windscreens, and mirrors. If you are not thinking about calibration after repairs, your workshop may be taking on more risk than you realise. Here is what every technician and panel shop needs to know about ADAS calibration … Read more

How to Know If Your Car Needs Calibration

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Modern cars rely on radar, cameras, and sensors to help keep you safe. But these systems only work if they are properly calibrated. If something feels off or if a light pops up after a repair, your car might be due for a recalibration. Here is how to tell when it is needed and why … Read more

What to Do After a Bumper Bash or Windscreen Crack

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Minor accidents can cause major problems in modern cars, especially when it comes to ADAS. That tiny bumper tap or harmless-looking windscreen chip might have knocked a radar or camera out of alignment. If your car has safety features like AEB, Lane Assist, or Adaptive Cruise, here is what to check after any front or … Read more