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Ford Certified Collision Network Unveils RepairLogic
Members of the Ford Certified Collision Network (FCCN) can now access a new tool designed to provide shops with “fast and easy access” to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) repair procedures, including those for auto glass. As the industry continues to … Continue reading
NHTSA Says 758 Drivers Complained of Phantom Braking
The Wall Street Journal discovered that the safety regulator would also release information on crashes involving driving assistance technologies. NHTSA said it wanted to offer more transparency on crashes involving new ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems). Not by chance, two of the most famous ones … Continue reading
AAA Research Shows the Pros and Cons of ADAS
Drivers may just want to hum an old rock song as a AAA study of car drivers with ADAS says they still need to “keep their eyes on the road and their hands upon the wheel.” The study focuses on … Continue reading
AAA Research Proves Need for ADAS Education
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety’s most recent technical report reveals that the understanding of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) changes for drivers in the first six months of vehicle ownership. In ‘An Examination of How Longer-Term Exposure and User … Continue reading
Uniban Canada Hosts New Store Training
Uniban Canada hosted a new store orientation training at its technical training center in Hamilton, Ontario. Uniban, part of the Driven Brands family, provides auto glass repair, replacement and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration services. According to a company … Continue reading
The Cost of Calibration, Part 1: the Northeast U.S.
As technology advances in automobiles, the necessity for calibrating Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) after repair or replacement of a windshield is growing. But, who should pay for calibration? In a five-part series, glassBYTEs.com explores the cost in different regions … Continue reading
Consumer Reports Investigates Vehicles with Advanced Safety Systems
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are becoming the norm when it comes to new automotive options for consumers, as safety has become a mainstream factor. Consumer Reports (CR) magazine recently shed light on this topic by publishing a list of … Continue reading
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Auto Glass Calibration Competition Deadline Soon – Register Today!
Now in its second year, the Auto Glass Calibration Competition, sponsored by Opti-Aim™, is a premier international competition designed to find and honor the auto glass technician who completes the best auto glass calibration. The competition will take place during … Continue reading
Why Your Shop Should Keep Thermal Cameras on Its Radar
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) being installed in vehicles are quickly becoming the “norm” for car buyers. As you know, many drivers like having the extra sense of security through ADAS safety features. But one company has introduced an option … Continue reading
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Tagged ADAS, advanced driver assistance systems, FLIR, thermal cameras for cars
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ADAS at Top of Mind: AGSC Committees Meet
Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) was front and center at the committee meetings of the Auto Glass Safety Council (AGSC) in San Antonio yesterday. AGSC’s meetings began yesterday and continue today in advance of Auto Glass Week, which starts tomorrow. AGSC’s … Continue reading
Select Car Makers Back Auto Windscreens in Support of Recalibration
Auto Windscreens announced today that it has received official backing for its advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) solution from leading manufacturers Mazda, Toyota and Volkswagen Group UK. Auto Windscreens says it is the only vehicle glass repair company to have … Continue reading
TODAY’S BLOG: A Report on ADAS
“Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have plagued and perplexed our industry for the last few years.” —Bob Beranek Continue reading
U.K.—National Windscreens Launches Country Wide Calibration Service
Following several months of a pilot program, National Windscreens has launched a United Kingdom-based calibration service for windshield-mounted cameras, which are an integral part of the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Continue reading
AAA: Consumers May Not Be Ready for Autonomous But They Want ADAS
As automakers and technology companies move full steam ahead to produce fully autonomous vehicles in the near future, a big question is whether or not consumers are ready for self-driving vehicles? New study results from AAA indicate consumers may not be ready. Three-quarters of Americans are “afraid” to ride in a self-driving vehicle, according to the research. Continue reading
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Tagged AAA, ADAS, advanced driver assistance systems, AGRR, glassBYTEs.com, John Nielsen
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U.K.-Based Autoglass® Launches ADAS Calibration Protocol Nationwide
United Kingdom-based Autoglass® is rolling out its new solution to calibrate Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) throughout the country. The company is also working on an industry code of practice for calibration, which is due for publication later this year. Continue reading
Auto Windscreens Opens Training Academy
United Kingdom-based Auto Windscreens has opened a new Training & Innovation Academy for automotive glass repair and replacement technicians. The education center is accredited by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI). Continue reading
National Windscreens Invests $1.08 Million in ADAS Calibration
United Kingdom-based National Windscreens is investing $1.08 million USD (€1 million in Euros) to meet the growing demand for camera and sensor calibration for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Continue reading
What Were the Top Stories of 2015?
From driverless vehicles to criminal charges, acquisitions and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration, 2015 was a big year for the AGRR industry. News from the big technology show in Las Vegas—CES—Safelite, C.R. Laurence, Belron, Pittsburgh Glass Works (PGW) and … Continue reading
Lubner: We Are Equipped Worldwide to Deliver ADAS Calibration
“All cars now are going to have these Advanced Driver Assistance Systems [ADAS] and if you don’t get the calibration right, it has pretty serious consequences and so we are obviously speaking to insurance companies around the world. We are now equipped worldwide to be able to deliver ADAS calibration,” said Gary Lubner, CEO of Belron during an investor day conference for D’Ieteren held last week in London. D’Ieteren is parent company to Belron and United States-based Safelite. Continue reading
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Tagged ADAS, advanced driver assistance systems, AGRR, Autoglass, Calibration, Carglass, D’Ieteren, Gary Lubner, glassBYTEs.com, Safelite
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Belron’s U.K. Company Autoglass® Launches ADAS Calibration Protocol
United Kingdom-based Autoglass® has launched a solution to replace and recalibrate windshields equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The program is in the piloting process and will be soon rolled-out throughout the country. Continue reading
ANSI Committees Slated to Meet at Auto Glass Week™: Including Windshield Quality, Other
A number of ANSI committee meetings will be held just prior to Auto Glass Week™ 2015 on September 28 to 29, 2015. One of these meetings will address the development of a new American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard that relates to the identification in quality differences of windshields. Continue reading
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Tagged ADAS, advanced driver assistance systems, AGRR, AGRSS Standards Committee, AGSC, American National Standards Institute, ANSI, ANSI BSR/NWRA BIS 001-2015, ANSI NWRA BIS Break Identification Standard Meeting, ANSI/AGSC/AGRSS™ Standard 003-2015, Auto Glass Safety Council, glassBYTEs.com, Jeff Reddell, National Windshield Repair Association, NWRA, quality differences of windshields, Repair of Laminated Auto Glass Standard, ROLAGS, Windshield Repair Break Identification Standard
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Auto Windscreens Leader Says Company to Grow by 40 Percent
Through its acquisition of AA AutoWindshields, United Kingdom-based Auto Windscreens will grow by an estimated 40 percent, increasing its market share to 20 percent, says Chris Thornton, managing director of the company. What makes this deal unique is that the AGRR market in the U.K. has been “depressed” for several years, he adds. Continue reading