Toolbox Topics: ADAS Calibration Basics | An Interview with Launch Tech USA

ADAS calibration is becoming a required step in more repairs.
April 15, 2026

In this Toolbox Topics episode, PTEN Editor-in-Chief Nadine Battah sits down with Eric Pagliughi, senior vice president of marketing and product development for Launch Tech USA, to discuss the growing importance of ADAS calibration in today’s repair environment. As more vehicles are equipped with advanced driver assistance systems, proper calibration has become a critical step in ensuring safety and performance after many common repairs.

The conversation covers when calibration is required, the challenges independent shops face when entering the ADAS space, and what technicians need to perform accurate and consistent calibrations. The episode also looks ahead at how ADAS technology will continue to evolve and what shops should be doing now to stay prepared.

About the Author

Nadine Battah

Editor-in-Chief

Nadine Battah is the editor-in-chief of Professional Tool & Equipment News (PTEN) and Professional Distributor magazines. She has been covering the automotive aftermarket since 2021, after graduating from Kent State University with a bachelor's degree in journalism and marketing. 

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