Diagnostics 24 www.aftermarketonline.net OCTOBER 2025 Staying ahead in the technology fast lane Darren Quinn, industry influencer and founder of the popular Mechanic Mindset platform, recently hosted a livestream from the HELLA Academy in Oxfordshire — showcasing Hella Gutmann’s latest diagnostic tools and ADAS calibration technology. Joined by Steve Fox, technical and training manager at Hella Gutmann, Quinn demonstrated the capabilities of the mega macs X on a 2018 Volkswagen Arteon. The session in Banbury highlighted live data readings, secure cybersecurity gateways, and integrated technical information within the HGS software platform. Viewers were also given a deeper look into ADAS calibration procedures using the Hella Gutmann CSC-Tool. Key procedures such as geometry alignment, thrust angle verification, and precise board positioning were explained, underlining the importance of preparation. Quinn said: “Cars are changing so fast now, particularly with connected systems and ADAS, so if you’re an independent workshop, you’ve really got to keep up. “Sessions like this at HELLA Academy aren’t just about learning the equipment, they’re about preparing for the cars that will be arriving in our workshops over the next few years.” The livestream went on to explore industry readiness for growing vehicle autonomy. Fox reminded vehicle technicians that UK legislation since 2016 requires at least automatic emergency braking (AEB) and lane-keeping cameras as standard, and that European regulations expected in 2026 will mandate a minimum of eleven ADAS systems on new vehicles. “Workshops need to understand that they’re already dealing with level-two autonomous vehicles, and it affects every day routine repairs, not just body repairs and wheel alignment,” Fox said. “The goal of today wasn’t to sell anything, but to raise awareness. ADAS calibration isn’t going away.” Visit https://www.hella.com/ techworld/uk/workshopequipment/ for more information on HELLA Gutmann’s diagnostic and ADAS solutions and https://www. mechanicmindset.com/ for all the latest from the Mechanic Mindset training platform. Online expertise for workshops ZF Aftermarket has launched [pro] Diagnostics, which the company said is a one-stop shop solution designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s workshops. This new diagnostics platform combines the power of two advanced tools – ZF MultiScan and ZF Scan – allowing technicians to accurately read and repair over 35,000 different systems across a wide range of vehicle brands, including not only passenger cars but also trucks, trailers and buses. ZF [pro]Diagnostics simplifies diagnostics with features like Secure Gateway access to protected vehicle systems, remote diagnostics for expert support on complex cases and flexible subscription options to meet the financial needs of different workshops. The platform ensures compatibility with all major diagnostic protocols, such as Diagnostics over Internet Protocol (DoIP) and CAN FD and will be available for purchase through selected distributors and online. ZF MultiScan offers multi-brand diagnostics, supporting tens of thousands of vehicle models across various categories, including light commercial vehicles, trucks, trailers and buses. Its extensive database allows for quick and accurate troubleshooting on key vehicle systems, while PassThru functionality enhances in-house service capabilities by unlocking OE Secure Gateways. ZF Scan focuses on ZF Groupspecific components and systems, merging legacy applications like WABCO SD1.0, ZF Testman, and Toolbox+ into one comprehensive suite. Visit https://aftermarket. zf.com/en/ to find out more. Darren Quinn (right) with Steve Fox
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