The collision repair industry is moving fast—and ADAS technology is right at the heart of that transformation. At the recent AASP-NJ Industry Conference, Tommy Ames, CEO of 1 Source ADAS and longtime collision repair professional, joined an elite panel of experts for a powerful discussion titled “Adapt, Assist, Advance: Exploring ADAS Trends in 2025 & Beyond.”

Bringing Industry Expertise to the Stage

Tommy sat alongside top voices in the ADAS space:

• Josh McFarlin or Joe O’Leary (AirPro Diagnostics)
• Greg Peeters (Car ADAS Solutions)
• Joffrey Starcher (TEXA)
• Steve Dawson (Hunter Engineering)

Moderated by Liz Stein of Certified Collision Group, this panel dug into emerging technologies, evolving regulations, and the ever-increasing importance of accurate ADAS calibration.

1 Source ADAS: Designed By Technicians, Built for Technicians

Representing both 1 Source ADAS and AutoEsolutions, Tommy spoke from experience—literally. Having grown up in the industry, he shared how following OE procedures has always been non-negotiable in his career. That same mindset is behind the AI-powered software platform at 1 Source ADAS, which helps shops generate seamless calibration reports straight from repair estimates.

“Our platform exists to help shops simplify and succeed,” Tommy explained. “We give repairers the tools to stay accurate, efficient, and compliant—without getting bogged down by complicated contracts or outdated processes.”

Key Panel Takeaways:

✅ ADAS is No Longer Optional
Proper calibration is essential to vehicle safety and repair accuracy.

✅ Tech is Evolving—Fast
Emerging features and diagnostic tools demand continuous learning and flexible workflows.

✅ Regulations are Getting Tighter
Shops must stay ahead of requirements to remain compliant and avoid costly rework.

✅ Workflow is Everything
The right system doesn’t just document calibrations—it drives profitability by reducing errors and streamlining the process.

A Word of Advice to Technicians:

Tommy reminded technicians of something simple but powerful:
“If you don’t know what something is—ask. Those little black boxes might look minor, but they’re doing major work when it comes to ADAS.”

He also emphasized continuous learning: “The industry’s changing every day. Stay curious. Stay trained. Stay ahead.”

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Big thanks to Thomas Greco Publishing for spotlighting this important conversation and helping push the industry forward.