The Turkish Metal Goods Artisans Federation launched a nationwide training program for automotive mechanics to address the rising demand for hybrid and electric vehicle maintenance expertise.
The program follows a “Hybrid and Electric Automobile Training Protocol” signed with Bursa Uludağ University. It equips service providers with technical skills for next-generation transportation.
“The automotive sector in Turkey is going through a major process of change and transformation. Hybrid and electric automobiles are now becoming an important part of our sector,” said Hayrettin Yıldırım, the General President of the Turkish Metal Goods Artisans Federation.
The program operates across 28 centers. It provides theoretical and practical instruction to about 1,000 artisans and their staff.
Participants receive training at Level 1 and Level 2 proficiency tiers. These tiers ensure maintenance services for new-generation vehicles are performed safely and accurately.
Federation officials said this training is an investment in the future of the automotive sector. It helps local businesses adapt to technology while maintaining service quality for the public.

The federation plans to continue these collaborative efforts. It aims to increase the technical capacity of artisans across the country.
Industry representatives have shown intense interest in the training sessions. The organizers find this response encouraging.
The federation has reached roughly 1,000 tradespeople and their employees through the partnership with Bursa Uludağ University. They acquire theoretical and practical knowledge to service hybrid and electric automobiles reliably.
The training program continues to see high demand from industry representatives. The federation has already reached roughly 1,000 tradespeople and their employees through its collaboration with Bursa Uludağ University to ensure they provide reliable service for hybrid and electric automobiles, building on the initial scope of the training protocol.