What Is ADAS & Windshield Calibration?

ADAS stands for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, which consists of technology designed to improve vehicle safety and driver convenience. These ADAS systems use many different sensors, cameras, & radars to monitor the road, any surroundings, and vehicle conditions. You may notice a camera sensor mounted on your windshield. Common ADAS features include:

Adaptive Cruise Control: Automatically adjusts vehicle speed to maintain a safe distance from the car in front of you.

Lane Departure Warning: Alerts the driver if the vehicle starts to drift out of its lane.

Automatic Emergency Braking: Detects potential collisions and uses the brakes if the driver doesn't respond quickly.

Blind Spot Monitoring: Warns the driver when there's a vehicle in the blind spot.

Parking Assistance: Helps with parking by guiding the driver or taking control of the steering.

Windshield calibration is a very important process for vehicles with ADAS as its safety features rely on front-facing cameras which are usually mounted on the windshield. These cameras provide essential visual data for ADAS to function correctly. When you get a windshield replacement or if your camera is moved, windshield calibration must be adjusted to make sure the ADAS functions are working accurately. Our certified auto glass technicians use special equipment to recalibrate the camera and sensors to the manufacturer’s specifications. If you don’t have a certified auto glass technician perform your windshield calibration, you may be putting yourself in danger on the road if you rely on ADAS safety features while driving.

Having a professional auto glass technician perform your windshield calibration will ensure that your ADAS safety features work as intended. Inaccurate windshield calibration will lead to system malfunctions, which will compromise the safety of you and your passengers. For example, a misaligned camera might not detect a pedestrian properly, which will cause it to fail on warning the driver or apply its automatic emergency brakes. This can cause serious car accidents. Choose a certified auto glass company like Stat Auto Glass to perform an accurate windshield calibration and ensure your safety on the road.

ADAS and windshield calibration play a serious role in modern vehicles, enhancing safety and improving the overall driving experience. It’s very important to have a professional perform a windshield calibration whenever you get a windshield replacement or windshield repair to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of ADAS features. Always consult with a professional auto glass technician for windshield calibration services to maintain your vehicle’s safety. Stat Auto Glass is a mobile auto glass company who is certified in windshield calibration for customers in Orlando, Altamonte Springs, Winter Springs and all surrounding areas. Contact us today for a free quote on your windshield calibration!