1SourceADAS at ABAT: A Calibration Conversation Over a Pint

The Auto Body Association of Texas (ABAT) Trade Show returns to Allen, Texas, September 12–14, 2025, bringing together collision repair professionals, vendors, and industry experts for three days of learning, networking, and growth.


Among the can’t-miss sessions this year is one we’re proud to sponsor:

The Industry Over a Pint: A Calibration Conversation
📅 Friday, September 12
🕓 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Sunrise Room
🎟 Access: All-Access Pass




 

A Panel Built on Real-World Experience

To help shops fully understand what’s involved, facilitator Tommy Ames (1SourceADAS & Automotive Electronic Solutions) has assembled a diverse panel designed to tackle the topic from every angle:

  • Shop owners who brought calibrations in-house share what it took to succeed, the hurdles they faced, and what it means for their business today.
  • Shop owners who sublet the work – explaining why outsourcing makes sense for their operations and how it affects workflow, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
  • A calibration company – offering insight into the processes, standards, and controlled environments required to do calibrations right.
  • A tool vendor – discussing how equipment factors into the decision, and the limits shops need to be aware of.

Instead of hearing a sales pitch, attendees will hear from individuals who have experienced it firsthand.

Tommy Ames explains it best:


“Attendees will hear about all angles of this topic so they can judge for themselves: ‘Is this right for me? Can I do some of it or all of it, or should I sublet calibrations?’ Rather than exploring the possibility of bringing calibrations in-house from someone who is merely trying to sell them equipment and winding up in a situation where they are way over their head, they will learn about the challenges and possibilities from people who have done it, so they can make an informed decision.”

 

Why It Matters

Shops today face pressure to determine how to handle ADAS calibrations, but making the wrong move can lead to costly mistakes, lost revenue, and safety risks. This seminar is your chance to:

  • Hear real-world success stories and cautionary tales
  • Understand the space, training, and environment requirements
  • Compare the realities of in-house versus outsourced work
  • Walk away equipped to make the right decision for your business

And yes, you’ll get to do it over a pint.

 

Join the Conversation

If you’re attending ABAT, make sure this happy hour seminar is on your list. Grab a pint, pull up a chair, and let’s talk ADAS—unbiased, transparent, and practical.


👉 Learn more about the event at https://www.abat.us/trade-show/

 

Sponsored by 1SourceADAS

1SourceADAS is committed to cutting through the confusion with accurate, AI-powered calibration reporting that helps shops avoid costly errors, stay compliant, and protect profitability. Supporting this conversation is one more way we help shops make informed, confident decisions about their calibration process.

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