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When “Common Sense” Isn’t Good Enough: A Calibration Shop’s Perspective

Let’s talk about “common sense.” If I had a dollar for every time an insurance adjuster said, “Use some common sense—this doesn’t need...

5 days ago2 min read

When the “John Eagle” of the ADAS World Happens, It’s Going to Be Huge

If you’ve been in the collision industry for more than five minutes, you’ve probably heard of John Eagle Collision Center — and if you...

4 days ago2 min read

ACSA Isn’t Just a Logo — It’s a Line in the Sand

We know. There are a lot of logos in this industry. Associations. Certifications. Groups. Trainings.Some mean something. Some… not so...

4 days ago1 min read

The Insurance Company Said “Don’t Do It” — Now What?

Here’s a common scenario: You write an estimate. You include a manufacturer-required calibration.The insurer says: “We’re not paying for...

4 days ago1 min read

Dear Dealerships — You’re Not Immune to Bad Calibrations

Dealerships, we love you.You’re on the front lines of repair. You’ve got direct access to OEM info. You even have the logo on the wall....

4 days ago1 min read

If You Don’t Know the OEM’s Stance on Calibration — You’re Not Ready to Do One

This one might sting a little. If your calibration strategy starts with a scan tool and ends with “let’s see what happens,” we have bad...

4 days ago1 min read

There’s No Such Thing as a “Quick Calibration” — So Stop Selling It Like One

We get it. Speed matters. Shops want to keep their cycle time tight, customers want their car back yesterday, and mobile techs want to...

4 days ago1 min read

Not Sure Who to Trust After an ADAS Failure? Start With Us.

ADAS systems are amazing when they work.They brake for you. Steer for you. Warn you.But after an accident? If they weren’t properly...

4 days ago1 min read

Did Your Collision Repair Shop Actually Calibrate Your Safety Systems? Here’s How to Tell.

Most collision repair shops do excellent work. Paint, panels, blending — top notch. But here’s the dirty little secret of the ADAS world:...

4 days ago1 min read

You Were in an Accident — Now Your Safety Systems Feel “Off.” Here’s What To Do Next.

So you were in a crash. Maybe just a fender-bender. Maybe something more serious. You did all the right things: Insurance claim filed...

4 days ago1 min read

Elevate Your ADAS Calibration Standards with the ADAS Certification Safety Alliance (ACSA)

In the high-stakes world of ADAS calibration, being average isn't just unacceptable—it's dangerous. The ADAS Certification Safety...

4 days ago1 min read

What Is the ADAS Certification Safety Alliance (ACSA) and Why Should You Care?

In the ever-evolving world of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), staying ahead isn't just a luxury—it's a necessity. Enter the...

4 days ago1 min read

ADAS Calibration — 3 Myths That Can Get You Sued

Welcome to the world of ADAS calibration — where assumptions are dangerous, shortcuts are expensive, and lawsuits are just one bad radar...

4 days ago2 min read

Why You Can Have a Failed Calibration With Zero DTCs — and Still Be in Trouble

Let’s talk about everyone’s favorite false sense of security: “There’s no trouble codes, so we’re good!” Yeah, about that... In the ADAS...

4 days ago1 min read

Static vs. Dynamic Calibration — What’s the Difference, and Why Does It Matter?

We throw these words around all the time like everyone knows what they mean: “That’s a static calibration.” “This one needs dynamic.” But...

4 days ago1 min read

You Can Do a Calibration “Wrong” and It Will Still Say “Passed” — Here’s Why That Should Scare You

Let’s get this out of the way: Just because your scan tool says “Calibration Complete” doesn’t mean the system is calibrated...

4 days ago1 min read

Dear ADAS Calibration Company: Real Expertise Isn’t Claimed — It’s Earned

Having a scan tool doesn’t make you a calibrator.Wearing a logo doesn’t make you OEM-compliant.And calling yourself “ADAS Certified”...

4 days ago1 min read

Dear ADAS Calibration Company: It’s Time to Say “No” More Often

We get it. You want to help. You want to be responsive. You want to be the company that says: “Yeah, we can do it here.”“Sure, I’ll just...

4 days ago1 min read

Dear ADAS Calibration Company: You’re Not Just a Vendor — You’re a Safety Partner

Shops don’t just need you to show up and plug in a scanner. They need you to: Identify what needs to be calibrated Know what doesn’t Back...

4 days ago1 min read

Dear ADAS Calibration Company: The Environment Still Matters — Even If You're Mobile

We believe in mobile. Done right, mobile calibration companies are a great asset. But too many are out here chasing convenience instead...

4 days ago1 min read

Dear ADAS Calibration Company: You’re Not “Just Helping” — You’re Holding the Liability

Let’s start with the big one: liability. You’re doing a favor for a shop. They need a calibration. They call you. You show up.Maybe it’s...

4 days ago1 min read

The Person Telling You If Calibration Is Needed Should Actually Know What They’re Talking About

There’s a scary trend in the calibration world right now: More and more decisions about whether calibration is required are being made...

4 days ago1 min read

Just Because the App Says “Calibrate” Doesn’t Mean You Should — And Just Because It Doesn’t, Doesn’t Mean You’re Off the Hook

There’s a weird new problem in the collision world. We used to argue with insurers about why calibration is needed.Now we’re also...

4 days ago1 min read

VIN Scrubbing Apps Are Great — Until They’re Not

Look, we love technology. VIN scrubbing apps, ADAS lookup tools, vehicle build data matchers — they’re useful. Really useful. They speed...

4 days ago1 min read

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