CENTRAL PICTURE L-R: David Eglintine (Motor Vehicle Lecturer), John Howe, (General Manager of Wilsons Auctions), Steven Rowland (Motor Vehicle Lecturer) and students
The UK and Ireland’s largest independent auction company, Wilsons Auctions, has generously donated two automotive vehicles to South Tyneside College. This donation will have a significant impact on our students, providing them with invaluable hands-on experience and enhancing their learning in the motor vehicle industry.
David Eglintine, Lecturer in Motor Vehicle, shared:
We are incredibly grateful for this donation, which will give our students the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge that are vital for their future careers in the automotive sector. It’s fantastic when local businesses in the automotive industry, like Wilsons Auctions, collaborate with colleges. Their support can make a real difference in providing students with valuable opportunities.
Having started my career in the motor industry as an apprentice mechanic over 40 years ago, I understand the need for apprentices to be able to get “hands on” experience with vehicle engines and gearbox’s so we were delighted to be able to help by donating these vehicles for that purpose.
