New York has enacted a law (signed December 19, 2025) regulating auto glass repair and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration. Aimed at improving safety and transparency, the law requires shops to disclose if calibration is necessary and if it meets manufacturer specifications. Facilities unable to perform work to these standards must refer the vehicle to a dealership or qualified specialist.

New legislation mandates manufacturer standards and consumer transparency to ensure road safety.

The legislation also enhances consumer protection by requiring itemized billing and prohibiting financial incentives, such as rebates, tied to insurance claims. Violations carry fines of up to $2,500. This move aligns with a broader U.S. trend—seen in states like Arizona and Utah—of turning voluntary manufacturer guidance into legal requirements. In Canada, as Transport Canada mandates ADAS features for 2025, provinces are similarly integrating these systems into safety frameworks to ensure driver-assist technology remains functional and reliable after any structural or glass repair.

Text credit : Collision Repair Mag

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