Prime Video has released the first trailer for the new series of The Grand Tour ahead of all six episodes launching on September 4.
The show is roaring back onto screens with viral trainspotter Francis Bourgeois, YouTuber James Engelsman, and motoring journalist Thomas Holland taking over from Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May.
Fans were quick to share their excitement over the first look at the high-octane series, branding the trailer epic and saying they have high hopes for the new lineup, with Bourgeois set to be the standout star.
The new trailer showed the presenting trio getting into a series of hilarious scenarios and getting themselves into silly scrapes as they take the helm of the popular motoring franchise.
One moment in the preview video sees Bourgeois going for a big car reveal by removing a vehicle cover, before struggling to actually get it off while the others break down laughing.
In another scene, the group are kayaking together. As Engelsman tries to get into his boat, he ends up lying on his front. Holland then calls over, "What riding position are you going for?" to which Engelsman cheekily replies, "Missionary I guess...".
In their first series at The Grand Tour wheel, Bourgeois, Engelsman, and Holland tackle the big, important motoring questions of our time. Among these challenges, the team tests whether you can sneak undetected across Colorado in a trio of Japanese microcars.
They also set out to investigate what is the most unbreakable car in history. In addition, the trio tests whether, if you urgently need to put something onto the head of Formula 1 driver Alex Albon, there is anything quicker to get it there than a Pagani hypercar.
Global Challenges and Guest Stars
Featuring guest appearances from former hosts Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May, as well as Formula 1 World Champion Jenson Button, the new series will see the presenters travel around the world.
The team visits California to test out the latest and greatest American muscle cars. Their lineup of vehicles includes the Ford Mustang GTD, the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, and the $2.75 million, 2,000-horsepower Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution Evolution, which they test by taking on a bunch of fighter jets.
Elsewhere, Bourgeois, Engelsman, and Holland head to Malaysia to delve into the nation's rich car culture. While in Malaysia, they also investigate just how little money you can spend on a sports car without it immediately blowing up.
The presenters also journey through the desert of Angola, tackling the harsh environment in track-cars that are utterly unsuited for the job.
Fan Excitement for New Presenters
Fans were quick to share their excitement online after watching the trailer, with many expressing surprising optimism about the new presenting team. One viewer wrote, "I can't believe I'm saying this but I think this has a chance to work."
Another fan commented on the endorsement from the original hosts, noting, "Honestly, the fact that these guys have the blessing from Clarkson, Hammond and May... I'm excited for it."
A previously skeptical viewer admitted changing their mind after seeing the trailer, writing, "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!"
Other viewers posted enthusiastic comments including, "ngl this looks great, I have high hopes!", "lowkey excited.", and "This is going to be epic".
Departure of the Original Presenters
The new series marks a major transition for the franchise, following the departure of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May. The original trio concluded their run with the special episode One for the Road in 2024, ending more than two decades of working together across Top Gear and The Grand Tour.
Clarkson, Hammond, and May first became household names together on Top Gear, the long-running BBC motoring series. Their mix of ambitious road trips, studio features, and automotive challenges transformed the BBC programme into a global success. In 2016, the trio reunited to launch The Grand Tour on Amazon's Prime Video platform.
Since their departure, Clarkson has remained in the spotlight through the continued success of Clarkson's Farm, which has become one of Prime Video's biggest factual entertainment hits. Clarkson also recently revealed his battle with prostate cancer, confirming to fans that he is now in remission. Meanwhile, Hammond and May have continued with separate television and online projects.
Prior to the new series being filmed, Clarkson shared his thoughts on how the show should continue after his departure. "There's no point hiring somebody who 'likes' cars. Because that's not enough," Clarkson previously said.
Clarkson added, "I would get three complete unknowns. Start small, like we did. They've got to be absolute petrol heads." He continued, "I've got to be able to show them a picture of a quarter of a door mirror from any car ever made, and they've got to know what it is. That would be my advice."
The reboot marks the first full series of The Grand Tour without Clarkson, Hammond, and May as its main presenters. Unlike former Top Gear presenters Freddie Flintoff and Paddy McGuinness, who were already well-known television personalities before joining the BBC motoring show, Bourgeois, Engelsman, and Holland are making the transition from digital platforms and enthusiast communities to front one of streaming television's biggest automotive brands.
