Trevor Wilkinson

Trevor Wilkinson (14 May 1923 – 6 June 2008) was a British automotive engineer and founder of sports car manufacturer TVR.

Early life Wilkinson was born in Blackpool, England. He left school without qualifications in 1937 and began an apprenticeship at a local garage, gaining practical mechanical skills. After the Second World War, he established Trevcar Motors and converted an Alvis Firebird into a racing car.

Founding of TVR In 1948, Wilkinson co-founded TVR Engineering (later TVR) with Jack Pickard. The company name was derived from a shortened version of his first name, “TreVoR.” His wife predeceased him and he was survived by a sister.