A new trailer for the upcoming season of The Grand Tour has been met with enthusiasm from fans, with many expressing optimism about the show's direction.
The trailer showcases the first full series without original hosts Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May, who concluded their run after more than two decades. The new era features viral trainspotter Francis Bourgeois, YouTuber James Engelsman, and motoring journalist Thomas Holland.
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The preview offers glimpses of the new trio engaging in humorous situations and challenges. One notable scene depicts Bourgeois struggling to reveal a car under a cover while the others laugh. Another moment shows Engelsman playfully responding to a question about his kayaking position. The series promises to tackle motoring questions such as navigating Colorado in microcars and determining the most unbreakable car in history.
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Guest appearances are expected from former hosts Clarkson, Hammond, and May, alongside F1 World Champion Jenson Button. The season will feature the presenters testing American muscle cars against fighter jets in California, exploring Malaysian car culture, and venturing into the Angolan desert in unsuitable vehicles.
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Fans have taken to social media to share their positive reactions. Comments indicate a willingness to give the new format a chance, with some noting that the departure of the original trio was a significant shift. "I was one of the people that said they have no chance and that I will never watch this show without the og trio. But this really looks great. I'm gonna give it a try!" one viewer wrote. Other reactions included "This is going to be epic" and "I have high hopes."
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Clarkson had previously offered advice on how the show could continue, suggesting that the new presenters should be "absolute petrol heads" with an encyclopedic knowledge of cars. The original trio first gained widespread recognition on the BBC's Top Gear before reuniting for The Grand Tour on Prime Video in 2016. The new presenters, unlike their predecessors Freddie Flintoff and Paddy McGuinness on Top Gear, are transitioning from digital platforms and enthusiast communities to a major automotive television brand.
The new season of The Grand Tour is set to launch on Prime Video on September 4.