ASE Introduces New Specialist Certification Test
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) introduces a new Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Specialist Certification test (L4). ASE says it created the L4 ADAS Specialist Certification test to identify technicians who possess knowledge of the skills required to diagnose, service and calibrate ADAS on late-model automobiles, SUVs and light-duty trucks. In addition
Rotary Partners With TEXA, Debuts New ADAS Calibration System
Rotary, part of Vehicle Service Group (VSG), showcased its new mobile Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) solution as part of its “Serving the Shop” initiative at the 2022 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The company also announced a new partnership with TEXA, a development and production manufacturer of diagnostic tools for the vehicle repair industry.
John Bean Tru-Point Featured at SEMA
John Bean announced its new Tru-Point ADAS calibration tool will be on display and available for demonstrations at multiple locations at this week’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Tru-Point will be one of several products featured at the Snap-on Total Shop Solutions (TSS) booth. The company says the Snap-on booth is in the Collision Repair
Hunter Engineering to Participate in ADAS Showcase at SEMA
Hunter Engineering will take part in a special ADAS Showcase at SEMA 2022 in Las Vegas from Nov. 1-4. A large space will be set aside in Upper South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center for better informing SEMA members about ADAS, promoting awareness of and education about ADAS recalibration and services, and highlighting
AAPEX 2022: What Tire Dealers Can Expect [Audio]
It’s that time of year again—show time! With about a month and a half before the SEMA and AAPEX Shows, we’re gearing up to bring you live coverage from both…and give you a sneak peek at what to expect at the shows this year. Whether you’re busy planning your trip to Vegas for the biggest automotive aftermarket event
AAPEX 2022: What Tire Dealers Can Expect
It’s that time of year again—show time! With about a month and a half before the SEMA and AAPEX Shows, we’re gearing up to bring you live coverage from both…and give you a sneak peek at what to expect at the shows this year. Whether you’re busy planning your trip to Vegas for the biggest
Launch Tech Releases The X-431 ADAS Pro Plus
Launch Tech USA has released its third-generation professional ADAS system calibration stand for passenger cars, the X-431 ADAS Pro Plus. The stand is made of an aluminum alloy material, which is lightweight and resistant to oxidation, the company says. The ADAS Pro Plus uses laser positioning and ranging so the target can be placed accurately and quickly. The
AAPEX Repair Shop HQ Online Training to Address ADAS, Hiring
The AAPEX Repair Shop HQ Online Training Series continues at the end of May with one more free session: “Hiring and Retaining Great Employees,” on Monday, May 23. AAPEX says the 45-minute session begins at 2 p.m. EDT. To attend, shop personnel should register at AAPEX.com/webinar. All sessions will be recorded and available to anyone
Why Proper ADAS Alignment is Important
Pedestrian detection, lane departure warning/correction, traffic sign recognition, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot detection: these are just a few examples of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems of ADAS. In this Tire Review Continental Tire Garage Studio video, we will discuss why, without proper wheel alignment, ADAS operation would not work properly. The novelty phase of autonomous driving
ADAS Calibration: Sensor Operation & Calibration Myths
Do you know what happens during an ADAS calibration? Or why it is a must with today’s high-tech vehicles? Many shops and technicians can come up with multiple reasons why they don’t want to perform ADAS calibrations or invest in the equipment. But, chances are, it’s because they don’t understand what happens during an ADAS
Tire Review, AAPEX Introduce Repair Shop HQ Series
AAPEX is introducing an eight-part Repair Shop HQ Webinar Series to provide important technical training and management content for shop owners and shop leaders. The free webinars, co-produced by Tire Review and Babcox Media sister publication Shop Owner, will be offered twice a month in April, May, June and September. You can replay the first
Solving a Toyota Camry P0016 Timing Chain Code [video]
Curing this code will require more than the timing chain. This video is sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
