Emerging Technology? It’s Been Parked in Your Bay for Years [THA 434]

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Recorded at the NAPA Now Conference celebrating NAPA Auto Care’s 100th anniversary, this conversation dives into the realities of emerging automotive technologies, especially ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems). The discussion emphasizes the critical need for proper calibration procedures, equipment, and technician training to keep pace with rapidly evolving tech. From static vs. dynamic calibrations to the integration of AR/VR tools, the panel explores the industry’s struggles to adopt new technology and the personal traits, like hyperfocus, needed to thrive in today’s complex diagnostic landscape. The takeaway: adaptation, education, and investment are no longer optional; they’re essential for staying competitive.

Bill Weaver, NAPA Autotech Trainer. Listen to Bill’s previous episodes HERE

Matt Fanslow, Riverside Automotive, Red Wing, MN, Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z Podcast

Show Notes:

• Watch Full Video Episode
• Introduction to Town Hall Academy (00:00:00)
• NAPA’s 100-Year Legacy (00:01:19)
• Emerging Technologies in Automotive (00:04:29)r.
• ADAS Calibration Challenges (00:08:06)
• Industry Ignorance Towards ADAS (00:11:11)
• Frustration with Industry Changes (00:13:01)
• Fear of New Technologies (00:14:44)
• Calibration Concerns (00:18:06)
• Dynamic Calibration Challenges (00:18:19)
• Legal Implications of Calibration (00:20:02)
• Tire Repair Liability (00:20:25)
• Importance of Following Procedures (00:21:24)
• ADAS Responsibility (00:24:01)
• Collaboration Among Shops (00:25:40)
• Cost of Living Awareness (00:27:16)
• Spinning Plate Syndrome (00:31:06)
• ADHD and Hyperfocus (00:35:27)
• Job Security and Continuous Learning (00:41:02)

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