Thomas and Trevor, retitled A New Friend for Thomas in American releases, is the sixth episode of the second series. It is based on the annual story of the same name.
Plot[]
Since being rescued from the scrap heap, Trevor has lived in the vicarage orchard. He enjoys his time there, but sometimes finds himself with not enough work to do. He is especially sad that he does not get to spend time with children very often.
When Edward visits the vicarage orchard. has some good news for Trevor: the Fat Controller has asked that Trevor be sent to the site of the new harbor to help out with the work. Edward takes him to the yard to meet with Thomas, who takes him to the harbor. Trevor instantly perks up, excited about getting to work and meeting children.
Thomas, who is carrying metal pilings needed for the construction work, is wary of the unusual-looking newcomer. After Trevor's truck is coupled to Thomas' train, the two set off for the harbor.
At the harbor, several trucks have been derailed, which are blocking the line, and stone slabs litter the area. Thomas' driver tells Thomas and Trevor that the equipment Thomas is carrying is essential, so Trevor must go to work taking it around the mess. Trevor, who enjoys this kind of work, is happy to do the job as soon as possible.
While Thomas moves the trucks, Trevor carries the construction equipment where it is needed. Later, Thomas brings Annie and Clarabel to the harbor to meet him. Thomas has been left very impressed with Trevor after seeing him work so hard and finally understands just how useful a traction engine can truly be. Both Annie and Clarabel are carrying children, who Trevor is more than happy to give rides to. This is easily his favorite part of the day and Annie and Clarabel remark to each other how kind and gentle Trevor is and how he reminds them of Thomas.
Thomas and Trevor are both very sorry when the day is over and Trevor has to return to the orchard. Taking him to the junction, Thomas cheers Trevor up by telling him that there is now plenty of work for him at the vicarage and that he could be needed at the harbor again some day.
That evening, Trevor thinks about the day's events and falls happily asleep.
Characters[]
- Thomas