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In this episode, Lucas and David are joined by Chuck Olsen and Josh McFarlin from AirPro to address recent controversy and questions circulating online about AirPro’s Augie calibration tool. Chuck and Josh set the record straight by diving into the rigorous testing process behind Augie, emphasizing the company’s commitment to safety and proper calibration. They also discuss the challenges of evolving technology in the automotive industry, the importance of continuous learning, and the need for constructive industry conversations—rather than social media drama—when evaluating new tools and processes.

00:00 Lifelong Automotive Career Journey

06:54 Evolving Career in Automotive Diagnostics

11:21 "Career Exploration to Ford Mastery"

19:07 Air Pro Discussion and Controversy

22:38 "Innovating System Calibration Process"

32:33 Technician's Misunderstood ADAS Calibration

37:41 Q&A: Clarifying Tool Capabilities

39:46 ADAS Calibration Task Force Insights

46:16 Ford's Collision Repair Staffing Imbalance

52:22 Calibration Challenges in the Automotive Industry

57:36 Recall Confusion with High-End Car

01:05:21 Technician Liability and Calibration Risks

01:11:08 Windshield Replacement Without Recalibration

01:13:35 Glass Installation and Calibration Issues