Risley details CCC estimate and supplement data on diagnostic scanning and calibrations and new integration partnerships to help capture procedures earlier in repair process and improve documentation. The collision repair industry has reached a pivotal moment in diagnostic scanning adoption while facing new challenges with calibration identification in estimates that impact cycle times, according to […]
Kinetic Opens Second San Francisco Bay Area Digital Repair Hub
Kinetic announced yesterday it opened a new digital repair facility in San Leandro, Calif. marking its second location in the San Francisco Bay Area. The facility provides calibration and repair services for vehicles equipped with advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), electric vehicles and other digitally complex cars. Kinetic uses artificial intelligence, computer vision and robotics technologies […]
ADAS Depot Partners with TRAK on Calibration Software Platform
ADAS Depot announced it has partnered with TRAK, developed by ADAS Safe, to launch a software platform designed to streamline calibration processes for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in vehicles. The platform centralizes ADAS workflow management, including calibration identification, scheduling, quoting, work orders, manufacturer documentation and invoicing. TRAK’s Calibration Mapper feature identifies required calibrations from […]
Report Examines Importance of Proper ADAS Calibration
Ascential Technologies whitepaper emphasizes calibration importance after vehicle repairs. A new study examining the importance of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration methods on the performance of the safety systems. Ascential Technologies released the whitepaper Wednesday titled The importance of ADAS calibration for collision prevention and road safety. The study was co-sponsored by Dealer Tire […]
Interview: Nikhil Naikal, CEO and Co-Founder of Kinetic
Kinetic CEO details benefits of recently announced partnership with Chilton Auto Body, the technology company’s approach to the digital repair process and plans for growth. Following the May 6th announcement of Kinetic’s partnership with Chilton Auto Body to open a new digital repair hub in San Carlos, California, CollisionWeek sat down with Nikhil Naikal, CEO […]
I-CAR Announces Training and Recognition Updates Ahead of 2025 National Conference
Reports reaching milestone 10,000 Gold Class Repair Facilities. The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) will introduce updates to its training programs to advance industry standards at its 2025 National Conference being held February 27-March 1 in Houston, Texas. The changes focus on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) training requirements and initiatives to address […]
Elitek Vehicle Services Launches ADAS MAP
Elitek Vehicle Services, an LKQ company, announced the launch of its innovative Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Mapping (ADAS MAP) solution. It is powered by advanced technology from OPUS IVS. This software tool is designed to provide repair shops with the confidence and efficiency needed to properly diagnose, calibrate, and repair Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) […]
PGW Opens Calibration Center in Houston, Texas
PGW Auto Glass announced the opening of a new calibration center in Houston, Texas expanding its services to support proper alignment of vehicle safety systems after windshield replacements. The facility, located at 4555 Airline Drive, Suite 170, is equipped with advanced calibration technology and staffed by trained technicians. “This new facility allows us to better […]
ASE Offers Free Introduction to Calibration and Diagnostics Webinar January 28
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 4:00 p.m. (EST) entitled Introduction to Calibration and Diagnostics. In this online presentation, technical experts with Elite Tuned will cover the use of the HP tuners software and hardware. This information will help with diagnostics and how […]