Section 4: Objectives of the Centre

The Centre shall-(a) design, develop and test low-cost vehicle prototypes;
(b) function as the operational arm of the Standing Technical Committee in the Nigerian automotive industry;
(c) provide technical support services to the engineering sector, such as machine tools, electrical, mechanical, etc.;
(d) liaise with the Association of Local Content Manufacturers of Nigeria and the Nigeria Automobile Manufacturers Association to ensure that the existing capabilities are fully utilised;
(e) draft and recommend standards for the automotive industry to the Standing Technical Committee for consideration;
(f) collaborate with the Association of Local Content Manufacturers of Nigeria, the Nigeria Automobile Manufacturers Association and other existing centres on their research and development activities on automobiles.