ADAS - Collision Repair Insights

Modern Vehicles, Modern Repair Costs: Why a Single Corner Hit Can Run $34,000

Why modern collision repairs cost so much more than consumers expect — from $34K Kia K900 estimates to the true cost of an 'OMG Camry' quarter panel.

Jul 11, 2026 ·3 min read

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Estimating Test Drive and Pre-Delivery Labor Times in Today's Tech-Heavy Vehicles

Expert Larry Montanez outlines specific labor time suggestions for test drives, ADAS checks, compass resets, and drive cycles — and why they belong on every estimate.

Jul 11, 2026 ·4 min read

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