Modern vehicles are smarter and safer than ever, thanks to technologies like automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance, blind spot monitoring, and adaptive cruise control. These features fall under the umbrella of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) — and while they offer incredible safety benefits, they also rely on precise calibration to function properly.

If you’ve recently had a windscreen replaced, suspension adjusted, or been in a minor accident, your vehicle may need an ADAS calibration — even if everything seems fine. At Hi-Mech Auto Solutions, we’re fully equipped to handle ADAS calibration for a wide range of modern vehicles. Here’s everything you need to know.

What is ADAS?

ADAS stands for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems — the suite of technologies designed to improve driver awareness, reduce road accidents, and make driving easier. These systems use a mix of cameras, radar sensors, ultrasonic detectors, and LiDAR to monitor surroundings and assist with:

• Lane keeping and lane departure warnings
• Adaptive cruise control
• Forward collision warning
• Emergency braking
• Blind spot monitoring
• Traffic sign recognition
• Parking assistance and more

For these features to work accurately, the sensors and cameras involved must be calibrated to millimetre precision. That’s where ADAS calibration comes in.

What is ADAS Calibration?

ADAS calibration is the process of adjusting and aligning the cameras and sensors used by your vehicle’s safety systems. These components are extremely sensitive and can be thrown off by even small changes to your car’s alignment, suspension height, or camera angle.

Calibration ensures these systems provide accurate data to your vehicle’s computer. Without proper calibration, your ADAS features may respond too early, too late, or not at all — putting you and other road users at risk.

When Does Your Car Need ADAS Calibration?

Many drivers don’t realise just how easy it is to knock ADAS sensors out of alignment. You may need ADAS calibration after:

Windscreen Replacement

Forward-facing cameras are often mounted behind the windscreen. Any replacement — even with an identical glass panel — will require recalibration to ensure accurate image capture and sensor alignment.

Suspension or Wheel Alignment Work

Adjustments to your vehicle’s suspension or ride height (especially common in 4WDs) can affect the angles at which your ADAS sensors operate. A professional calibration ensures your systems continue to detect the road correctly.

Accident Repairs

Even a minor front-end collision or bumper repair can affect radar sensors or disrupt the alignment of your front-facing cameras. Don’t assume that just because the car “looks fine”, your safety systems are still working properly.

Tyre or Wheel Changes

Changing to different-sized wheels or tyres can subtly alter your vehicle’s dynamics and ride height — both of which can affect ADAS sensor accuracy.

Dash Warnings or Fault Codes

If your dashboard shows any ADAS-related warnings (such as “front assist not available”), this could mean your system has detected a misalignment or sensor fault. It’s best to have it checked promptly.

Why ADAS Calibration Matters

Driving with misaligned ADAS sensors is not just a technical issue — it’s a serious safety risk. If your forward collision warning triggers too late, or your lane-keeping assist pulls the wheel incorrectly, you could be in real danger on the road.

Other reasons to prioritise calibration include:

• Ensuring full functionality of safety features
• Avoiding false alerts or unnecessary braking
• Maintaining insurance compliance after repairs
• Preserving manufacturer warranty
• Improving driver confidence and comfort

Static vs Dynamic ADAS Calibration

There are two main types of ADAS calibration, and the right one depends on your car’s make, model, and the systems involved:

Static Calibration

Forward-facing cameras are often mounted behind the windscreen. Any replacement — even with an identical glass panel — will require recalibration to ensure accurate image capture and sensor alignment.

Dynamic Calibration

This involves driving the vehicle on the road under specific conditions to allow the system to calibrate itself using live data. It’s often used for radar and lane-keeping systems.

At Hi-Mech Auto Solutions, we’re equipped to perform both static and dynamic ADAS calibrations in line with manufacturer specifications.

Why Choose Hi-Mech Auto Solutions?

ADAS calibration requires more than just the right tools — it demands a high level of expertise, attention to detail, and up-to-date knowledge of different vehicle systems. At Hi-Mech Auto Solutions, we offer:

• Certified technicians trained in ADAS technologies
• Industry-leading calibration tools and software
• Fast turnaround with accurate results
• Competitive pricing and honest advice
• Servicing across a wide range of European, Japanese, and Australian vehicles

We work with panel beaters, windscreen replacement services, and local drivers across the region to ensure vehicles leave our workshop with fully functional and accurately calibrated safety systems.

Why Choose Hi-Mech Auto Solutions?

If your vehicle has undergone recent repairs, replacements, or adjustments — or you’ve noticed your ADAS systems acting strangely — don’t wait until something goes wrong.

Book your ADAS calibration with Hi-Mech Auto Solutions and drive away with complete confidence in your vehicle’s safety features.

Call us today or book online — we’re here to keep your car’s advanced systems working exactly as they should.