ADAS Calibration: Why It's Required After Repairs
Understand why your car's safety systems need recalibration after certain repairs.
Technology and Modern Repairs
Modern vehicles incorporate advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), high-strength steels, aluminium components, and complex electronics that fundamentally change how repairs must be performed. A seemingly simple bumper replacement may now require sensor recalibration costing thousands of rands. Understanding this helps you appreciate why modern repair costs are higher and why choosing a properly equipped workshop matters.
Our workshops invest continuously in training and equipment to keep pace with vehicle technology advances. This ensures your vehicle's safety systems work correctly after repair.
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