Craft and keyboard: The trainees mastering tech and age-old skills

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Ollie Priestley is pursuing a unique apprenticeship in heritage vehicle technology at Tolman, focusing on restoring modern classic cars. His training incorporates both traditional skills and modern technologies like CAD and 3D printing. The Heritage Skills Academy has revamped its apprenticeship program to include these digital skills alongside essential trade techniques. This shift reflects a broader trend in vocational training, where higher-level apprenticeships are becoming more common.