The Grand Tour will return with a fresh line-up on Friday, September 4, Amazon Prime Video has confirmed. The new series will feature six episodes starring TikTok trainspotter Francis Bourgeois and Throttle House YouTubers James Engelsman and Thomas Holland, replacing the original trio of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May.
The show originally launched in 2016 following Clarkson, Hammond and May’s departure from BBC's Top Gear after 12 years. The original series ended in 2024 after 46 episodes and six series, marking the conclusion of the presenters' 22-year partnership. However, Amazon announced in February that the programme would continue with new hosts to attract a younger audience.
A synopsis for the upcoming series teases: "From crossing the Angolan desert in track cars to exploring Malaysia’s vibrant car culture, before heading to California to test cutting-edge performance cars, Francis, James and Thomas drive the new series into a new era." The new hosts shared their excitement, with Bourgeois recalling "sulphuric farts" in a tent, while Engelsman noted they learned "how to accept defeat gracefully." Holland added that viewers should "expect a good laugh. And maybe a few butt clenches."
On social media, The Grand Tour shared a poster cheekily teasing 'same show, new knobs'. Fans expressed mixed opinions: @thearjashshow said "Throttle house folks are just fantastic and naturally witty!" while @oldaaannnnn commented "I hope the new hosts are at least half as good as they were." Others noted the show could still be great with a bigger budget and backing.
