ADAS technology has revolutionized vehicle safety—and raised the stakes for every collision repair. These systems, from lane-keeping assist to adaptive cruise control, rely on precision. After a repair, even a slightly misaligned camera or sensor can throw the entire system off.

For shop owners, especially those managing multiple locations, missed or incorrect ADAS calibrations aren’t just technical issues. They’re financial landmines.

The Real-World Consequences of Calibration Mistakes

Let’s talk about the costs. In one multi-shop operation in Ohio, a missed front radar calibration after a bumper replacement led to a customer’s forward collision system failing to engage. Fortunately, no one was injured—but the shop had to cover the cost of a re-calibration, an extended rental, and a waived deductible to maintain customer satisfaction. Total loss: $1,300 on a $4,200 repair.

In another case, a shop in Florida faced scrutiny during a DRP audit. The issue? Inconsistent documentation for ADAS procedures across three of their locations. That inconsistency triggered a full review and temporarily froze new assignments from a major insurer. They recovered—but it took months and cost thousands in lost volume.

It's Not Just About Mistakes—It's About Reputation

Consumers are savvier than ever. One bad experience related to a safety system malfunction can lead to negative reviews, legal exposure, or social media backlash. In the collision repair world, trust is currency.

Insurance partners also expect professionalism. A shop with poor documentation or inconsistent calibration reports can quickly fall out of favor in DRP scoring.

The Hidden Time Drain

Most shops underestimate how much time their techs spend manually researching procedures. If each calibration adds 30+ minutes of research, documentation, and rechecking, that’s hours of lost productivity every week—multiplied across locations.

The Smart Solution: Prevent, Don’t React

This is where 1 Source ADAS shines. Our platform:

• Automatically analyzes repair estimates for ADAS triggers
• Generates clear, accurate, OEM-linked calibration reports
• Standardizes documentation across all your locations
• Requires no contract, so you scale with confidence

Real Shops. Real Results.

One MSO in Texas using 1 Source ADAS reported a 40% drop in calibration-related reworks in the first 60 days. Their techs saved time, and their DRP audit scores improved because every location delivered consistent, accurate documentation.

The cost of getting ADAS calibration wrong? Lost time. Lost money. Lost trust.  The cost of getting it right—with 1 Source ADAS? A smarter, faster, safer shop.   Schedule a personal demo at https://demo.1sourceadas.com