A Beginner's Guide to Understanding ADAS & Windshield Calibration

Craftsman Auto Glass • March 29, 2024

Understanding Windshield Calibration & ADAS For Your Vehicle

In the auto glass industry, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) stands out as a huge advancement, promising drivers with enhanced safety and convenience. But what exactly is ADAS and how does it impact our driving experience on the road? In this blog, we will be explaining what ADAS is and how it can help you on the road!

What Is ADAS?

ADAS is technology commonly built into the windshield designed to assist drivers, aiming to reduce the likelihood of car accidents and increase safety on the road. ADAS uses various sensors, cameras, and advanced technological algorithms in order to monitor your vehicle’s surroundings and provide you with real-time feedback.

Understanding the Functions

ADAS systems offer a wide variety of safety features, each being focused on a specific aspect of driving safety and convenience for the driver.

Collision Warning Systems: These systems alert drivers of potential collisions with other vehicles, pedestrians, or obstacles, allowing them to take corrective action as quickly as possible.

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): AEB systems automatically apply the brakes if a collision is about to happen, easing the blow or even preventing accidents altogether.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW): LDW systems notify drivers when they unintentionally drift out of their lane, helping to prevent lane departure-related accidents.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC): ACC systems automatically adjust the vehicle's speed to maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead, offering a stress-free driving experience on highways.

Blind Spot Detection: These systems monitor the vehicle's blind spots and provide visual or auditory alerts to warn drivers of nearby vehicles, reducing the risk of side collisions during lane changes.

The Importance of Proper Windshield Calibration

For your ADAS system to function properly, it heavily relies on accurate data from the sensors and cameras within your vehicle and many of these are integrated into the vehicle’s windshield. Because of this, windshield calibration becomes crucial after a windshield replacement. Proper windshield calibration makes sure that the sensors have a clear view of the road to ensure accurate detection of objects and hazards on the road.

As new technology in modern vehicles keeps advancing in the auto glass industry, ADAS systems are becoming very common in vehicle safety. Understanding the basics of ADAS and the importance of proper windshield calibration is important for all drivers to be aware of so they can make informed decisions and benefit from the safety features. Craftsman Auto Glass specializes in windshield calibration for ADAS in heavy equipment vehicles, Subarus and any other vehicle in Amsterdam, Albany, Broadalbin, and surrounding areas! Contact us today for a free quote.