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Lane Departure Warnings & Your Shop: The Calibration Connection Your Customers Need to Know
Modern vehicles are packed with advanced safety features, and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) systems are becoming a standard. While most drivers understand the basic concept of being alerted when they drift out of their lane, few comprehend the complex technology that makes it happen. This knowledge gap presents a significant opportunity for collision repair and…
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Lane Departure Warning Systems: How Your Car Knows When You’re Zoning Out
You’re cruising down the highway, lost in thought or maybe jamming out to your favorite tunes. Suddenly, a beep or a vibration from your steering wheel jolts you back to reality. It’s your car’s Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system letting you know you’ve drifted out of your lane. But how does your car know? It’s…
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Capitalizing on AEB Adoption: How Collision Centers Can Attract and Retain Customers with AEB Expertise
As a collision center owner, you know that staying ahead of the curve is crucial for business success. With the growing prevalence of Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems in vehicles, it’s essential to not only offer repair and calibration services but also to price and bundle them strategically to maximize your profitability. Understanding the AEB…
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Automatic Emergency Braking vs. Forward Collision Warning: What’s the Difference and Which is Better?
In the ever-evolving world of automotive safety technology, two terms often cause confusion: Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and Forward Collision Warning (FCW). Both are designed to help prevent accidents, but they operate in distinct ways. Understanding their differences is crucial for choosing the right safety features for your next vehicle. What is Forward Collision Warning…
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Tesla Front Camera Calibration Procedure
Did you know that a Tesla front camera calibration requires both a static and dynamic calibration? In this post, we walk you through Tesla front camera calibrations. Equipment required for this procedure: 1. Targets The Tesla Target The Tesla target has marks for the Model S/X and 3/Y to make this process easier for you.…
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Windshield Replacement and ADAS: Why Replacing a Windshield Often Requires Recalibration
When it comes to replacing a windshield, many drivers are unaware of the importance of recalibrating their vehicle’s ADAS systems. This blog post dives into why windshield replacement often necessitates ADAS recalibration, ensuring your vehicle’s safety features function correctly. ADAS Systems Impacted By Windshield Replacement ADAS encompasses a variety of electronic systems that assist drivers.…
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How Do I Get Trained In ADAS Calibrations?
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have become increasingly prevalent in modern vehicles, providing essential safety features such as lane-keeping assistance (LKA), adaptive cruise control (ACC), and automatic emergency braking (AEB), among others. For technicians and automotive professionals, acquiring training in ADAS calibrations are an important stepping stone to doing ADAS calibrations. Different Avenues for ADAS…
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How to Identify ADAS Calibrations
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 identify ADAS calibrations. By integrating these methods, automotive technicians can leverage multiple verification points to best identify ADAS calibrations, ensuring comprehensive coverage and minimizing the risk…
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Understanding Static and Dynamic ADAS Calibrations: Engineering Tradeoffs and Differences
Ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the ADAS systems in your vehicle requires precise calibration. When it comes to ADAS calibration, two primary methods are employed: static and dynamic calibration. Each method comes with its own set of tradeoffs and considerations. Let’s explore the differences between static and dynamic ADAS calibrations, as well as the…