At Horizon Windscreens Ltd, we provide professional ADAS calibration services across Cardiff, South Wales, and surrounding areas. After a windscreen replacement or specific vehicle glass replacement services, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) must be properly recalibrated to ensure that cameras and sensors function precisely as the manufacturer intended.
We offer both in-house static ADAS calibration at our dedicated calibration centre near Cardiff city centre and mobile dynamic ADAS calibration where manufacturer-approved, ensuring safe, accurate, and compliant results every time.
What Is ADAS Calibration?
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) utilize cameras and sensors—often mounted to the windscreen—to support critical safety features such as:
- Lane departure warning
- Autonomous emergency braking
- Adaptive cruise control
- Traffic sign recognition
- Forward collision warning
When a windscreen is replaced or disturbed, even slight changes in the camera position can occur, measured in fractions of a millimetre. Without proper recalibration, this can lead to incorrect system behavior or complete failure, putting driver safety at risk.
When Is ADAS Calibration Required?
ADAS calibration may be necessary following:
- Windscreen replacement
- Certain vehicle glass repairs
- Suspension or wheel alignment work
- Accident or body repairs
- Manufacturer recommendations or fault codes
Our technicians will always advise whether calibration is required based on vehicle type, system design, and manufacturer guidance.
Static ADAS Calibration (In-House)
We provide static ADAS calibration at our dedicated calibration centre near the centre of Cardiff, using approved equipment and controlled conditions. Static calibration involves:
- Vehicle positioning in a controlled environment
- Use of manufacturer-specific calibration targets
- Precise measurements and alignment
- System verification and confirmation
This method is required for many modern vehicles and offers the highest level of accuracy and repeatability.
Dynamic ADAS Calibration (Mobile Where Approved)
Where manufacturers allow, we also offer mobile dynamic ADAS calibration, carried out on the road under specific driving conditions. Dynamic calibration:
- Is only performed where manufacturer-approved
- Requires defined road markings, speeds, and conditions
- Is completed by trained technicians using diagnostic equipment
We will always confirm suitability before proceeding.
IMI-Aligned, Manufacturer-Aware Calibration
Our ADAS services are delivered by IMI-accredited technicians, following:
- Manufacturer specifications
- IMI guidance and best practice
- Approved diagnostic and calibration equipment
This ensures calibration is completed safely, accurately, and compliantly, giving confidence to drivers, insurers, and fleet operators.
