Chery Holds Technician Skill Competition for Electrified Vehicles
Chery Indonesia held a technician skill competition at the end of last month to evaluate the capabilities of technical personnel in handling various types of vehicles, including internal combustion engine cars and electrified vehicles. The event was attended by 212 technicians from Chery’s official network.
The Chery Technician Skill Contest 2026 marks the third instalment of the event in Indonesia. The competition included both theoretical and practical testing, ranging from product understanding and pre-delivery inspections to periodic maintenance and technical troubleshooting.
From the 212 participants, 12 technicians progressed to the regional stage, before five participants advanced to the national final. The assessment covered diagnostic accuracy, inspection procedures, equipment usage, time efficiency, and adherence to safety standards and work procedures.
The testing also encompassed the ability to handle internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, battery electric vehicles (BEV), hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV). The curriculum reflects the necessity for technicians to understand the differences in propulsion systems, electronic components, and the specific maintenance and repair procedures required for each vehicle type.
Denny MT, Aftersales Director of Chery Business Unit, stated that developing technician competence is essential to keep pace with evolving automotive technology. “Stronger competence will support more optimal and efficient aftersales services,” said Denny.
He added that the ability to diagnose and handle vehicles according to procedure is a key determinant of aftersales service quality.
In this year’s competition, Rafael Nistel Rooy Surentu from OAP Manado secured first place. Second place was taken by Dede Saehuna from Bintang Mitra Purwokerto, while Slamet Widodo from AEM Yasmin Bogor finished in third.
Developing technician skills is closely linked to the increasing demand for handling electrified vehicles. High-voltage systems, batteries, electric motors, electronic components, and diagnostic software require specialised technical knowledge and the application of appropriate safety procedures.
The top national technicians will have the opportunity to participate in international-level competitions. Beyond serving as a test of skill, the competition acts as a platform to expand technicians’ knowledge and experience in facing advancements in vehicle technology.