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  • Meet the New Co-Host of Top Gear: Matt LeBlanc [w/videos]

    Matt LeBlanc Joins Top Gear The star from the popular sitcom “Friends” Matt LeBlanc is officially announced the new co-host of the 23rd season of the British “Top Gear” show, which is scheduled for airing in May this year. LeBlanc is the first non-Briton, who is to lead the car show in its 39-year old history.

    The actor, who became popular with his role as Joey Tribbiani, has participated in two episodes in the BBC show. He appeared twice in the “Star in a reasonably priced car” rubric, and is also a proud achiever of the fastest lap in race with a Kia c’eed.

    SEE ALSO: Top Gear Continues without Jeremy Clarkson, BBC Confirms [VIDEO]

    The other official new host of “Top Gear”, Chris Evans said that he is thrilled that LeBlanc is joining him in this experience. Since both are “petrolheads”, acting out their “craziest car notions on screen” was a dream job. Evans also disclosed that he can’t wait to share what he and Matt LeBlanc have been up to.

    Matt LeBlanc Joins Chris Evans as a Co-Host of Top Gear

    LeBlanc expressed his excitement on social media with the following words: “Hey everyone, I’m really honored and looking forward to working on Top Gear with Chris Evans, damn he’s tall.” He later added: “I love the show. Should be fun.”

    This will definitely take the show in new and unexpected direction after Jeremy Clarkson was dropped from it. The reason was a huge scandal that the star created, involving a “fracas” with Oisin Tymon, the producer of the show. James May and Richard Hammond also left “Top Gear” in support of their co-host. The famous trio however, will be returning with their own show on Amazon Prime.

    Will “Top Gear” stay the most watched TV program in the world? What’s your opinion?

    Here is couple of Matt’s appearances in “Top Gear”. Enjoy!

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    Second Picture Source: Matt LeBlanc Official Twitter

    Video Source: YouTube

    News Source: TopGear

  • Clarkson, Hammond and May Are Back! And It’s Now Official!

    Clarkson, Hammond and MayTop Gear fans will be extremely happy when they hear that the famous trio, comprising of Clarkson, Hammond and May, is officially coming back! The fantastic news was supported with tweets from the presenters, which have said the following:

    Jeremy Clarkson just tweeted: “I’m very excited to announce that Hammond, May and I have signed a deal with @AmazonVideo”, and later he added: “@AmazonVideoUK now saying I can’t be their chief drone pilot. Apparently they want us to make a car show”.

    SEE ALSO: Top Gear Continues without Jeremy Clarkson, BBC Confirms [VIDEO]

    James May also assured fans via Twitter, posting: “Good news! I’ve got a job with @AmazonVideoUK. Bad news! So have the other two. #AmazonPrime #ItSaysHere”, and Richard Hammond didn’t miss to tweet about it, too: “I’ve got a job I’ve got a job I’ve got a job. Haircut, clean jeans and practice driving again. Forrrrwaaaaaaaard!!”

    Obviously new motoring show is about to start on Amazon Prime and we are already eager to find out more about it. What has been confirmed already is that there are three series of a car-show, which are scheduled to air next year. More to be announced soon. Stay tuned!

    Photo Credit: www.clarksonhammondandmaylive.com

  • Toyota Says Goodbye to Jeremy Showing his Best Bits [VIDEO]

    Jeremy Clarkson and the un-killable HiluxTwo days ago we witnessed BBC’s official confirmation that Jeremy Clarkson won’t continue his TV presence. The world since then changed. Literally. The next news was the announcement of James May on his personal Twitter that he too has quit Top Gear. May fans showed their support online, many colleagues have said that the show should continue with the same presenters, but it is more than obvious that this is the End of an era.

    The reason for Clarkson’s release from Top Gear was the so called “fracas” with the producer Oisin Tymon, caused by a cold plate and ending with a punch in Tymon’s face. The result: the star has been suspended on 10th of March and the show was stopped in the middle of the season. Tony Hall, BBC’s general director, said in official statement that Clarkson has crossed many lines and that there should be consequences.

    To show their support to the star, many top car manufacturers released posts on their official social media accounts. One of them is Toyota, which was praised by Jeremy during the years. This gave fans the suspicion that the automaker has actually paid him to do so.

    There is a video (which you can watch below) that highlights some of Jeremy’s best moments involving various Toyota cars. This is company’s farewell and tribute to star’s great work expressed with the words: “Thanks for everything Jeremy. It has been smashing.” 

    And you should definitely check out the un-killable Hilux featured extensively in the video:

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    Source: Toyota via YouTube

  • Top Gear Continues without Jeremy Clarkson, BBC Confirms [VIDEO]

    Jeremy Clarkson officially dropped from Top GearBBC has just confirmed that the contract of Top Gear’s Jeremy Clarkson won’t be renewed. The reason for this is a huge scandal that the star created, involving a physical altercation with the producer of the show. BBC‘s general director, Tony Hall, said that Clarkson has crossed many lines and that he should bear the consequences.

    After the so called “fracas” with Oisin Tymon, Clarkson was suspended on 10th of March. What has been announced as the reason for this quarrel was a cold plate of food served to the star. In addition, the show was stopped in the middle of the season and this caused an outrageous respond from Top Gear fans. There is even a petition going on around the internet that supports Clarkson’s reinstatement in the show.

    Top Gear is the most watched TV program in the world and the main contributor for this is Jeremy Clarkson and his witty individuality. The official BBC statement unfortunately signifies that the show will continue without Clarkson presence.

    It is also under question, whether James May and Richard Hammond, will be kept, since their contracts are also ending this year. What’s more, they seem unwilling to continue to do their job without their co-presenter.

    This is sad news really, because it signifies an end of an era. Now, over the internet there is a burst of speculations, involving the question who exactly is going to join the show. Any suggestions?

    Edit: Hear exclusively James May’s reaction to Jeremy Clarkson being sacked by BBC:

    httpv://youtu.be/N6cfFnBNELs

    Image Credit: Beretta/Sims/Rex Features

    Video Source: YouTube

    Source: BBC.com

  • Citroen DS5 at Top Gear Live

    Citroen will exhibit the new DS5 at at Top Gear Live this November. This will be the official UK premiere of Citroen’s flagship. The car has unique style with beautiful lines. It is the first production Citroen to feature full-hybrid diesel technology, combining nice performance with extremely low CO2 emissions – just 99g/km.

    Citroen DS5 has a large chrome-finished grille and a new LED light. There are also an enormous air intake, two tail pipes built into the rear bumper and highlighted by a rear signature featuring six light guides. The vehicle is available with huge 19” alloy wheels fitted with low profile tires.

    Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May and of course The Stig will take part in Top Gear Live, which runs from 11th to 13th November at NEC Birmingham and 24-27 November at ExCeL London.

    Many interesting celebrities and guests will be also at the show.

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    Source: Citroen

  • Twin charging points in Lincoln

    Nissan will fund the installation of Lincoln’s first public electric vehicle charging point. The main reason is the latest Top Gear show, where the presenters Jeremy Clarkson and James May drove a pair of electric vehicles, including the Nissan LEAF, into the centre of Lincoln in an attempt to find somewhere to charge their cars.

    Of course, they made fun on electric cars, because you simply cannot find a place to charge them and if you got lucky to plug your car in, you’ll have to wait … 9 or 10 hours to charge the battery 100%.

    Should the presenters choose to attempt the journey again in future, they will discover a newly-installed PodPoint charging unit dedicated to them. With two sockets, it would allow both Jeremy and James to recharge their batteries at the same time. Charging will be free of charge to electric vehicle owners. Good!

    “The Top Gear programme highlighted the fact that Lincoln does not currently provide for electric cars and we’re really pleased that Nissan is now funding a charging point.  We’re committed to reducing the city’s carbon footprint, but know that we can’t do it alone, so it’s great that private businesses like Nissan are getting behind this and putting in the infrastructure.”, commented Councillor Fay Smith, Portfolio Holder for Environmental Services and Public Protection at the City of Lincoln Council.

    “This is excellent news for the electric car community of Lincoln. If the charging point had existed when Top Gear were there, James wouldn’t now be walking around with Jeremy’s name tattooed on his bottom. Still, better late than never.”, commented Top Gear Executive Producer Andy Wilman.

    “Research tells us that most LEAF owners will charge their car at home or at their place of work, but drivers like having the ability to ‘top up’ their charge when they are out and about, especially if they are making longer journeys. With its new charging points and the fame generated by Top Gear, Lincoln could find itself becoming a tourist destination for Nissan LEAF owners.”, finished Nissan’s Executive Vice President Andy Palmer.

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    Source: Nissan

  • Top Gear – Christmas Special “From Arbil to Bethlehem”

    All fans of the best automobile show in the world now can see the episode – 2010 Top Gear Christmas Special. The cars from Christmas Special will be exhibited in the World of Top Gear exhibition at Beaulieu.

    The three wise men – Jeremy, Richard and James were sent on their most dangerous challenge to date. The journey began in Iraq and finishing some 1200 miles later, in Bethlehem.

    As you may suggest, the cars for this hard trip were soft top roadsters with 2 seats. Clarkson’s choice was a Mazda MX5. May choose malfunctioning BMW Z3 and Richard was pleasantly surprised by the reliability of his Fiat Barchetta.

    “We like to keep the exhibition as up to date as we possibly can and what could be better than for fans to see the show on TV and then the cars just a few days later,” commented Stephen Munn, Commercial Director at the National Motor Museum.

    Soon, we will publish a short fragments from 2010 Top Gear Christmas Special.

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  • Top Gear – Christmas Specials 2010 Trailer

    Top Gear are ready with their Christmas Special video, but until then we will have to be pleased with the trailer. The episode’s premiere on December 21st, at 8 pm. and on Dec 26th at the same hours.

    At the first part of the show, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May go on a trip in the New York, USA. Of course with some very special cars – Mercedes SLS AMG, a Porsche 911 GT3 RS and a Ferrari 458 Italia. (more…)

  • It is official – The Stig is Ben Collins

    Stig is … Ben Collins. This is official information.  He has been identified through the High Court of London.  BBC tried to block the publication of Collin’s autobiography revealing his role of The Stig for the past seven years, but their attempt failed.

    The secret identity of the race driver had huge marketing success for the Top Gear publication and television show. Even in one of the episodes of the famous TV show, Michael Schumacher was dressed like the Stig and removed his helmet. (more…)

  • Bugatti Veyron Super Sport set a record on Top Gear test track

    Bugatti Veyron Super Sport is officially the fastest production car in the world. It is powered by 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo engine delivering 1200hp and 1500Nm of torque. Furthermore, the car set a lap record on the world famous Top Gear test track with The Stig behind the steering wheel.

    The fastest time was 1m 17.1s achieved with Gumpert Apollo hyper-car, but it was obliterated by Veyron Super Sport. The Fastest Production Car made a hot lap in 1m 16.8s, which is 1.5s faster than stock Veyron and 2.2s than Ferrar Enzo. (more…)

  • Caterham R500 made from LEGO bricks

    There is almost no one, who doesn’t heart about the outrageous Caterham R500. It became so famous with the times, which this superlight car achieved over the racing tracks.

    Top Gear didn’t miss to test drive it and The Stig come round the track in 1.17.9, which is 5 fastest time on Top Gear’s Lap board (below). This small impressive car captured the hearts of millions motor sport fans across the wolrd. (more…)

  • Caterham R500 – Top Gear’s Car of the Year

    Top Gear has named the Caterham Superlight R500 its 2008 ‘Car of the Year’.

    The most extreme version of the legendary Seven appeared on the popular BBC show for the first time at the beginning of December, instantly leaving a lasting impression on presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May. (more…)