Understanding ADAS

For repair facilities, body shops, tire dealers, and service centers, ADAS has created a new revenue opportunity—and a new responsibility. Whenever a vehicle undergoes alignment, suspension repair, windshield replacement, collision repair, or even routine service that affects sensors or cameras, OEMs require a proper ADAS calibration before the vehicle is returned to the customer.

As a certified Hunter distributor, Quality Automotive Equipment & Service provides professional shops with the ADAS solutions they need to meet OEM standards, eliminate comebacks, and expand into one of the fastest-growing segments in the automotive industry.

Below, we break down what ADAS is, why it matters, and how to select the right Hunter ADAS system for your shop.

What Is ADAS? (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)

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• Lane Departure Warning & Lane Keep Assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Forward Collision Warning
• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Blind Spot Monitoring
• Parking Assist
• Surround-View Cameras
• Rear Cross-Traffic Alert

To function correctly, these systems rely on properly calibrated cameras and sensors. When a calibration is inaccurate—even by millimeters—it can compromise system performance, compromise safety, and expose the shop to liability.


Why ADAS Calibration Matters for Modern Service Centers
As vehicle technology advances, calibration is no longer optional. It is an OEM-required step that professional shops must follow any time ADAS-related components are disturbed.

Calibration ensures:

• Accurate sensor aiming
• Proper camera alignment
• System reliability under all driving conditions
• Compliance with OEM repair requirements
• Reduced risk of customer comebacks and safety issues

Because these procedures require precision, purpose-built ADAS equipment is essential. Hunter Engineering has developed a suite of solutions designed for different shop needs, from portable diagnostics to fully automated calibration systems.


Hunter ADAS Solutions Offered by Quality AES
Below is an overview of the three Hunter ADAS systems now available through Quality AES, followed by a comparison chart to help shops select the right fit.

1. Hunter ADASLink:  A portable, stand-alone diagnostic and calibration tool that performs both static and dynamic ADAS calibrations. ADASLink is ideal for shops entering ADAS service or those needing flexible, bay-to-bay mobility.

Key advantages:

• Stand-alone calibration system
• Full diagnostic scanning
• Static and dynamic calibration capability
• Integrates with Hunter aligners for streamlined workflow
• Compact and portable

Best for:  Shops wanting an entry-level or mobile ADAS solution that still supports OEM-required calibrations.


2. Hunter Ultimate ADAS:  Hunter’s most advanced ADAS calibration system featuring automatic target positioning, camera-guided setup, and motorized adjustments. This is the fastest and most accurate ADAS solution Hunter has ever produced.

• Adjustable frame for precise target placement
• Modular components for multiple OEM procedures
• Supports radar and camera calibrations
• Pairs with ADASLink for full diagnostics
• Reliable, repeatable calibration accuracy