The famed trio of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May, known for transforming car show viewing into a global phenomenon, began their collaborative journey on BBC's Top Gear in the early 2000s. Clarkson and Hammond started in 2002, with May joining shortly after, replacing the original third host, Jason Dawe, from the second season onward.
After a successful 13-year stint on Top Gear that redefined automotive entertainment, the trio made a dramatic exit following the BBC’s decision not to renew their contracts. This pivotal moment led them to create The Grand Tour on Prime Video, continuing their unique blend of car-focused adventure, humor, and camaraderie from 2016 onwards.
Rumors about the end of The Grand Tour circulated as early as December, predicting that the Zimbabwe special would mark the trio's final appearance together on television. This speculation has been confirmed, signaling the conclusion of their longstanding partnership and the wrap-up of their production company, W. Chump and Sons.
Post-Grand Tour, Jeremy Clarkson is set to continue his engagement with Prime Video through his other successful series, Clarkson’s Farm. Meanwhile, Richard Hammond and James May are exploring individual projects. May has ventured into travel and cooking specials, while Hammond has embraced adventure with his 2021 survival show, The Great Escapists, alongside Tory Belleci.
With the departure of its original stars, there is ongoing speculation that Prime Video might introduce new hosts to continue The Grand Tour. The future of the series hangs in balance as fans and the network contemplate the direction of this beloved franchise.
Started my career in Automotive Journalism in 2015. Even though I'm a pharmacist, hanging around cars all the time has created a passion for the automotive industry since day 1.
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