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...

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

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

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...

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

So, you've mastered the art of redefining "collision" to sidestep paying for post-repair calibrations. Impressive. But here's the thing:...

“Collision” Is Not Your Interpretation — It’s the Manufacturer’s Call Here’s the thing: Many manufacturers have very clear instructions...

The dashboard is clean. No lights. No errors.So… it’s calibrated? Let us ask you something: If the check engine light isn’t on, does that...

Let’s get this straight. You don’t want to pay for a tow, so your solution is to hand the car back to the customer — uncalibrated — and...

Ah yes. The famous last words: “No need to tow it — the mobile tech said they can do it in the parking lot.” That’s adorable. You realize...

Oh, it’s “just” a driver assistance system? You mean the system that slams the brakes on at 70 mph, steers the vehicle back into its...

We appreciate your consistency. Really. Every time we submit a supplement that includes an OEM-required calibration, you show up with the...

When insurance says: “We’ve never paid to tow for calibration before…”“We’ve never covered that kind of testing…” All that tells us is:...

Ah yes, the golden line: “We don’t need to tow it to a facility. The mobile calibrator said they can do it on site.” On site where,...

It happens all the time. A shop says the car needs calibration.The insurer says, “Tell the customer to drive it to a mobile tech or a...

Another insurance classic: “These are just driver assistance systems — they’re not meant to replace the driver.” Cool. But that doesn’t...

Here’s what we hear from insurance companies all the time: “We’re not paying to tow or transport the car to a calibration facility. It’s...

The repair looks great. The paint matches. The insurance company paid up.But before you drive off, ask the shop one simple question: “Did...

One of the most dangerous myths we hear is: “The dashboard’s not lit up, so the systems must be fine.” Nope.Wrong.Absolutely not. Your...

Let’s clear this up once and for all: When it comes to collision repair and ADAS calibrations, there are two forces at play: OEM...