Digital ADAS 2.0 Calibration
With cutting-edge tech transforming cars, Wheel Alignment and Balljoint Centre stays ahead of the curve. We've equipped our garage with the latest digital ADAS 2.0 calibration system and trained our technicians to handle vehicles with these advanced driver-assist features, ensuring your car with advanced safety features stays in top condition.
Imagine having a friendly co-pilot in your car who helps you drive safely and avoid accidents. That's basically what ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) are.
They're a bunch of cool technologies that use sensors and cameras to keep you and your car on the right track.
Safety features:
1. Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): Like a superhero, this system automatically applies the brakes if it detects a potential crash ahead, even if you're not paying attention.
2. Lane Departure Warning (LDW): This gentle reminder lets you know if you're unintentionally drifting out of your lane, helping you stay focused.
3. Blind Spot Detection (BSD): This watchful system warns you if a vehicle is approaching in your blind spot, so you don't accidentally switch lanes into someone.
Driver assistance features:
1. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC): This fancy cruise control automatically adjusts your speed to maintain a safe distance from the car ahead, making highway driving more relaxing.
2. Parking Assist: This parking whiz helps you maneuver into tight spaces by taking control of the steering wheel, while you just control the pedals.
How it works:
ADAS uses various sensors like radar, cameras, and LiDAR (like a laser radar) to "see" the surroundings. These sensors send information to a computer in the car, which then analyzes it and triggers specific actions based on the chosen ADAS feature.
Calibration:
Think of calibration as an eye exam for your ADAS. Over time, due to bumps, repairs, or even weather changes, the sensors can get slightly misaligned. Calibration ensures they're perfectly positioned and working accurately.
Why is it important?
Incorrectly calibrated ADAS can lead to:
1. Reduced effectiveness: Imagine your AEB not braking hard enough because it misjudged the distance!
2. False alarms: Your LDW might beep even when there's no car, causing unnecessary distraction.
3. Safety risks: Inaccurate systems can put you and others on the road at risk.
When to calibrate (Very Important) :
Consult your car manual for specific recommendations, but generally, it's good practice to get your ADAS calibrated after the following:
1. After any major repairs that involve the sensors or suspension.
2. If you notice any ADAS system malfunctioning.
3. Every 1-2 years, depending on your driving habits and road conditions.
4. When you had your front bumper removed and replaced due to work done.
5. If you had a new windscreen fitted to your vehicle and it has a front camera.
6. After any front impact to your vehicle where the radar could be impacted.
Remember, ADAS is there to assist you, not replace your driving skills. Always stay alert and responsible behind the wheel, even with these helpful systems in place!
