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Emerging Technology: Automated Vehicle Inspection
I-CAR · February 8, 2023
Summary
This article explores the emergence of automated vehicle inspection systems that use cameras, lasers, and AI to document pre-existing damage, tire wear, and alignment issues. While these systems improve shop efficiency, safety, and customer transparency, they are intended to supplement rather than replace manual evaluations by trained collision professionals.
What to do on the job
Use automated inspection systems as a preliminary tool to document pre-existing damage and identify potential alignment or undercarriage issues, but always perform a manual evaluation and follow OEM-approved repair processes.
How to use it
This document can be used to justify the implementation of automated check-in scans for documenting pre-existing vehicle condition and to support the necessity of performing dedicated wheel alignments and suspension inspections when automated systems flag potential drivetrain or alignment anomalies.
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