In the aftermath of the recent announcement confirming the closure of the Top Gear TV title, James May has weighed in on the prospect of resurrecting the iconic program. May’s comments, shared after the closure confirmation, indicate that while a revival featuring him, Jeremy Clarkson, and Richard Hammond is highly unlikely due to their commitments to Amazon Prime’s The Grand Tour, he believes Top Gear needs a fresh perspective for any potential return.
New Era for Top Gear: A Needed Rethink:
James May, who, along with his colleagues, is currently signed to The Grand Tour on Amazon Prime, expressed his view that Top Gear demands a significant overhaul in format and approach if it intends to make a comeback. He emphasized the need for a “new format and a new approach to the subject,” given the evolving nature of the automotive landscape. May underscored that the show should adapt to the changing questions and dynamics in the automotive world that have emerged since their departure.
May’s Insight on Top Gear’s Evolution:
During a podcast on November 23rd, May elaborated on the matter, stating, “There must be another way of doing a show about cars that will perhaps embrace more fulsomely many of the questions that are being asked of cars now that weren’t asked for a long time.”
Age Considerations and Individual Pursuits:
May, aged 60, also highlighted the age factor of his colleagues, with Clarkson at 63 and Hammond a decade younger. While their consistent future appearances on screens remain uncertain, Clarkson has been engaged in his farmstead-focused program, “Clarkson’s Farm.” Meanwhile, May and Hammond have been involved in various presenting and narration roles on separate programs.
As the trio navigates their individual ventures, May’s perspective points to the need for a reimagined Top Gear, hinting at potential changes that would align with the current automotive landscape and viewer expectations.
