California Association of Accident 
Reconstruction Specialists

Events

Upcoming events

    • October 16, 2025
    • 08:00
    • October 18, 2025
    • 13:00
    • Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel 4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (877)497-8483 (530)544-5400
    Register


    2025 CA2RS

    Fall Conference 

    Advanced Driver Assistance Systems for the Crash Reconstructionist

    October 16-18, 2025

    Join us at the

     

    Training Presented by:

    Alan Moore

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    Conference Topics

    • Utilize electronic data specifically tailored for ADAS systems
    • Define Performance parameters
    • Available ADAS data for reconstruction 
    • Current and developing ADAS Technologies
    • Regulations related to ADAS
    • Case Studies


    Location and Lodging Information:

    Margaritaville Resort South Lake Tahoe

    4130 Lake Tahoe Boulevard 

    South Lake Tahoe, California 96150

    Phone: +1 530-544-5400

    Reservations must be received no later than Monday, September 13, 2025.  The discounted room rates are available  starting October 13 through October18, 2025. (Checking out Sunday October 19). 

    Guest may book by using this link: 

    Margarita Resort South Lake Tahoe Booking Link

    Or by calling into the hotel at 530-544-5400, our group is CAARS 2025  or provide code 8556506. 

    Room rates start at $209 (1 King Bed) and $ 219 (2 Queen Beds) plus occupancy tax.

    The following is included for hotel guests: 

    • Valet Parking Rate $25/day (Reduced from $35/day)
    • Resort Fee $30/day (From $50/day)
    • Lobby and in suite Basic WiFi included.
    • Unlimited use of the fitness center, pool and Jacuzzi.
    • Complimentary Ski and Golf Storage.
    • Saturday Aqua Yoga
    The following is included for Conference guests: 
    • Daily Coffee and soft drinks.
    • Lunch will be provided to attendees on Thursday and Friday.
    • Guest lunches will be available at an additional cost of $110/day.

                                                                                      

    ACTAR Examination hosted by CA2RS:

    CA2RS will host the ACTAR Examination on:

    Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the Margarita Resort in South Lake Tahoe.

    Applications and registration is available though ACTAR not CA2RS.

    Please go to the ACTAR website for information and deadlines on applying and registering for the exam.  https://actar.org/

    Application Submission Deadline: Saturday, August 16, 2025

    Exam Registration Deadline: Monday, September 15, 2025


    Registration Information and Deadlines:

    Early Bird (Before August 15)             $395 Members ---- $470 Non-Members

    Regular (August 16 - September 19)   $445 Members ---- $520 Non-Members

    Late (September 20 - October 15)       $495 Members ---- $570 Non-Members

    At Door (After October 16- Oct. 18)     $545 Members ---- $620 Non-Members

    Vendors*                                             See below for Vendor Sponsor Levels

    *Vendors will be limited to one table each.


    Additional Conference Information:

    Refunds, minus a $50.00 processing fee, will be made when cancellation is made 30 days prior to event.  Substitutions will gladly be made at any time.

    Prior approval is needed if you are paying "Offline" (by check or invoice) please contact Jahna Beard at: Jahna@ca2rs.com. All checks must be received by October 10, 2025 or the “at the door” price will be charged and payment will be due on the first day of the conference, prior to receiving conference materials.


    Vendor Sponsor Levels:

    Pedestrian Level Sponsor: $500

     - Business Name/Logo on our website from the date of sponsorship until 1/1/26

     - Recognition at the Conference Opening

     - Flier handout in the attendee’s reception packet and conference material thumb drive

    Bicycle Level Sponsor:  $1000

     -Business Name/Logo on our website, with a link to your website, from the date of sponsorship until 1/1/26

     - Vendor table w/ power for 1 person (w/ 2 Lunches), Extra person +$300

     - Recognition at the Conference Opening

     - Flier handout in the attendee’s reception packet and conference material thumb drive

     - CA2RS Membership for one year.

    Motorcycle Level Sponsor:  $1500

     - Business Name/Logo on our website, with a link to your website, from the date of sponsorship until 1/1/26

     - Vendor table w/ power for 1 person (w/ 2 Lunches), Extra person +$300

     - Recognition at the Conference Opening

     - Conference Registration for one person

     - 10 minute "Commercial" during a break (Priority given based on registration date)

     - 1/4 page ad in two quarterly newsletters starting with the quarter of sponsorship

     - Flier handout in the attendee’s reception packet and conference material thumb drive

     - CA2RS Membership for one year.

    Auto Level Sponsor:    $2500

     - Business Name/Logo on our website, with a link to your website, from the date of sponsorship until 6/30/26

     - Vendor table w/ power for 2 people (w/ 4 lunches)

     - Recognition at the Conference Opening

     - Conference Registration for one person

     - 10 minute "Commercial" during a break (Priority given based on registration date)

     - 1/2 page ad in four quarterly newsletters (one year) starting with quarter of sponsorship

     - Special recognition “thank you” email sent to the entire membership. 

     - Flier handout in the attendee’s reception packet and conference material thumb drive

     - CA2RS Membership for one year.

    Advertisement copy & electronic files must be received by CA2RS no later than Monday September 30, 2025, for placement with registration materials or inclusion on the thumb drive. Artwork for logos will also be coordinated with Dan McLain. 

    Send electronic files via e-mail to Dan McLain at DMclain@ca2rs.com   

    Please direct any instructions or questions regarding vendors or advertising and flyers to Dan McLain.

     



Past events

July 30, 2025 Occupant Protection Systems - Southern California
July 24, 2025 Occupant Protection Systems - Northern California
May 15, 2025 Speed Determination Using Audio Analysis - Northern California
May 13, 2025 Speed Determination Using Audio Analysis - Southern California
February 06, 2025 The role of law enforcement’s investigatory role in both civil and criminal cases
October 24, 2024 2024 CA2RS Fall Conference
September 05, 2024 Human Factors in Crash Reconstruction - Southern California
September 04, 2024 Human Factors in Crash Reconstruction - Northern California
July 24, 2024 Photogrammetric processing of officer-worn body camera footage using Pix4DMapper software
May 21, 2024 Intelligence Tradecraft: Principles for Transportation Investigations
March 26, 2024 Head-to-Head Comparison: HVE versus Virtual CRASH 5
February 08, 2024 Bicycle/E-Bike Dynamics - Southern California
February 01, 2024 Bicycle/E-Bike Dynamics - Northern California
October 26, 2023 CA2RS 2023 Fall Conference
August 02, 2023 Introduction to 3D Video Reconstruction
June 01, 2023 Seatbelts, Pre-Tensioners, and Airbags: How they work and their effect on occupant safety - Southern California
May 25, 2023 Seatbelts, Pre-Tensioners, and Airbags: How they work and their effect on occupant safety - Northern California
March 29, 2023 Traffic Engineering: How it influences accident reconstruction
January 19, 2023 What is PRT and how to apply it to rear-end crashes? - Southern California
January 17, 2023 What is PRT and how to apply it to rear-end crashes? - Northern California
October 20, 2022 CA2RS 2022 Fall Conference
September 08, 2022 ABS and non-ABS deceleration rates on different surfaces.
July 14, 2022 Principles of Geosocial Investigations
May 25, 2022 Understanding and Using Ignition Cycles in your Investigations
March 24, 2022 Using activity app GPS data in accident reconstruction
February 03, 2022 Case Studies and Research on Pedal Misapplication
October 21, 2021 CA2RS 2021 Fall Conference
October 20, 2021 ACTAR Exam
July 29, 2021 Training Event - Photogrammetry
May 11, 2021 Night Collision Scene Reconstruction Using UAS
April 15, 2021 CA2RS 2nd Quarter Virtual Training Webinar - Drones: New regulations and best way to get licensed
February 24, 2021 CA2RS 1st Quarter Virtual Training Webinar - 3D Scene Visualization and Courtroom Presentation
December 09, 2020 CA2RS General Membership Meeting
December 02, 2020 CA2RS 2020 2nd Virtual Training Webinar - An Overview of Collision Reconstruction / Investigation using Crash Data Retrieval Event Data
November 05, 2020 CA2RS Training - Via Zoom
May 04, 2020 CA2RS 2020 2nd Quarter Training - Central Valley California
April 23, 2020 CA2RS 2020 2nd Quarter Training - Southern California
April 21, 2020 CA2RS 2020 2nd Quarter Training - Northern California
February 21, 2020 CA2RS 2020 1st Quarter Training - Southern California
February 11, 2020 CA2RS 2020 1st Quarter Training - Northern California
October 24, 2019 CA2RS Fall Conference 2019
August 07, 2019 CA2RS 2019 3rd Quarter Training - Southern California
August 05, 2019 CA2RS 2019 3rd Quarter Training - Northern California
June 13, 2019 CA2RS 2019 2nd Quarter Training - Southern California
June 12, 2019 CA2RS 2019 2nd Quarter Training - Northern California
February 06, 2019 CA2RS 2019 1st Quarter Training - Northern California
January 30, 2019 CA2RS 2019 1st Quarter Training - Southern California
October 25, 2018 CA2RS Fall Conference 2018 - South Lake Tahoe
August 10, 2018 CA2RS 3rd Quarter Training - So Cal
July 24, 2018 CA2RS 3rd Quarter Training - Nor Cal
June 01, 2018 CA2RS 2nd Quarter Training - So Cal
May 18, 2018 CA2RS 2nd Quarter Training - Nor Cal
January 25, 2018 CA2RS 2018 1st Quarter Training - Northern California
January 24, 2018 CA2RS 2018 1st Quarter Training - Southern California
October 26, 2017 2017 CA2RS Fall Conference
August 21, 2017 2017 3rd Quarter Training - Southern California
August 16, 2017 2017 3rd Quarter Training - Northern California
June 09, 2017 2017 2nd Quarter Training - Northern California
May 31, 2017 2017 2nd Quarter Training - Southern California
February 23, 2017 2017 1st Quarter Training - Northern California
February 21, 2017 2017 1st Quarter Training - Southern California
October 27, 2016 2016 CA2RS Fall Conference
August 25, 2016 2016 3rd Quarter Training - Northern California
August 18, 2016 2016 3rd Quarter Training - Southern California
June 22, 2016 2016 2nd Quarter Training - Southern California
June 21, 2016 2016 2nd Quarter Training - Northern California
March 02, 2016 2016 1st Quarter Training - Northern California
February 29, 2016 2016 1st Quarter Training - Southern California
October 15, 2015 CA2RS Fall Conference
August 12, 2015 2015 3rd Quarter Training - Southern California
August 10, 2015 2015 3rd Quarter Training - Northern California
May 28, 2015 2015 2nd Quarter Training - Northern California
May 04, 2015 2015 2nd Quarter Training - Southern California
February 05, 2015 2015 1st Quarter Training - Northern California
January 26, 2015 2015 1st Quarter Training - Southern California
October 23, 2014 2014 Annual Conference
August 07, 2014 2014 3rd Quarter Training - Southern California
August 05, 2014 2014 3rd Quarter Training - Northern California
May 09, 2014 2014 2nd Quarter Training, Southern California
April 29, 2014 2014 2nd Quarter Training, Northern California
January 30, 2014 2014 1st Quarter Training - Southern California
January 28, 2014 2014 1st Quarter Training - Northern California
October 24, 2013 2013 CA2RS Conference - Collision Investigation & Commercial Vehicles
September 20, 2013 3rd Quarter Training - NorthernCalifornia
September 16, 2013 3rd Quarter Training - Southern California
June 04, 2013 2nd Quarter Training - Southern California
June 03, 2013 2nd Quarter Training - Northern California
February 11, 2013 1st Quarter Training - Southern California
January 31, 2013 1st Quarter Training - Northern California
November 01, 2012 2012 Fall Conference
August 30, 2012 3rd Quarter Training - So Cal
August 28, 2012 3rd Quarter Training - Nor Cal
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