Training needs of Automotive Service Technicians in the Maintenance and Repairs of Electric vehicles (EVs) for Sustainable Transportation Systems in Abuja, Nigeria.

This study examines the training needs of automotive service technicians in the maintenance and repairs of electric vehicles for sustainable transportation system in Abuja, Nigeria.The study employed a descriptive survey research design, the population consisted of 1,214 automotive service technicians working in government institutions, government agencies, and private workshops in Abuja, Nigeria.A sample size of 286 automotive service technicians was selected using a simple random sampling technique.However, a 40-item five-point likert scale questionnaire was adapted and utilized for data collection.The data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistics such as mean and standard deviation and inferential statistical analysis of variance (ANOVA).The results revealed there was a unanimous agreement among all the respondents on the critical needs for comprehensive training on electrical systems and transmission systems of EVs in Nigeria.Importantly, the findings highlighted the absence of maintenance and repairs practices for sustainability of EVs in Nigeria.Therefore, the study recommended among others that the federal government should implement specialized, practical training programs, promote partnerships for enhanced training, establish continuous professional development mechanisms, and advocate for supportive policies to advance maintenance and repairs skills of automotive service technicians for sustainability of electric vehicle in transportation system in Abuja, Nigeria.