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Jay Leno Meets The Stig
Looks like we were right when we told you Jay Leno was Top Gear's Star In A Reasonably Priced Car. The meeting of Clarkson's and Jay's egos does not appear to be a comfortable thing. More »
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By Wes SilerComment by Theimbellis: Let's hope Jay Leno didn't buy any cars where they sit in Leno's garage and collecting dust. 24 Responses | Other threads
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Jay Leno Filming For Top Gear's Star In Reasonably-Priced Car
An anonymous, but reliable, source has informed us Jay Leno was spotted filming for Top Gear's Star in a Reasonably Priced Car segment today. Jay Leno on Top Gear? Sounds like he's enjoying his "retirement."
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By Wes SilerComment by Quattro-luvr: Wow, I'm suprised Jezza would agree to a guy who's American, has cooler cars and is... American. 10 Responses | Other threads
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By Ray WertComment by Troggie42: I believe I have a new favorite Top Gear clip. Anyone know where I can get some dirt tires for a... 12 Responses | Other threads
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Top Gear Abuses Lamborghini LP670-4 SV In Abu Dhabi Desert
During Sunday's episode of Top Gear, Richard Hammond let loose for a spirited drive through the Abu Dhabi desert, drag racing a Mercedes-McLaren SLR 722 in Sant'Agata's newest "snot-nosed kid," the raucous Lamborghini LP670-4 SV. More »
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Comment by pj134 can comment from work no more: I know... most people who own Lambo buy it for the looks/edgyness and not the performance... but my god just... 11 Responses | Other threads
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Top Gear: Bugatti Veyron Vs. McLaren F1
It's a fantasy race spawning tens-of-thousands of auto fan-boy arguments: Which super car wins in a balls-out drag race — the Bugatti Veyron or the McLaren F1? Top Gear found out last night. Now it's our turn below. More »
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By Ray WertComment by WheatKing: The fact remains, that if you stick a corner in that race.. the McLaren would be so far ahead it... 12 Responses | Other threads
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Some Say The Stig's Married To A Photocopier
Some say The Stig only uses the German language setting on a copy machine. All we know is if you saw Top Gear last night you saw Stiggie photocopying his head in the BBC offices. More »
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By Ray WertComment by Mk1 LoCort hates Lucas Electric: Did anyone else notice the framed picture of Robbie Williams on Clarkson's desk? 10 Responses | Other threads
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Stephen Fry Is Probably Not The Stig
British humorist Stephen Fry, seen here being helmeted by The Stig, prepares for his second turn in Top Gear's "Star in a Reasonably-Priced Car" segment. Rumor has it Fry nearly wrecked the car. (Hat tip to Tommy!) [yfrog] -
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Top Gear's James May Goes To The Moon
It's peculiar James May wears the "Captain Slow" moniker having driven the Veyron to 253mph, but that could all change thanks to BBC2's new documentary celebrating the 40th anniversary of the moon landings. More »
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Comment by Ash78: For some reason, I always think of "Brian May" whenever I hear "James May," but we're talking about Apollo, not... 12 Responses | Other threads
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Is The Stig Really Michael Schumacher?
Lifting Stig's helmet and revealing the Teutonic features of former F1 champ Michael Schumacher certainly made for some great TV. However, the German race car driver is not Top Gear's Stig. Or, we should say, he's not the only Stig. More » -
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And The Stig Is...
The first episode of Top Gear Season 13 is airing in the UK right now, but we can already reveal the true identity of The Stig. His identity below...if you can handle the spoiler. More » -
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Clarkson Confirms Stig Unmasked Tomorrow Night
Top Gear's Jeremy Clarkson's providing further confirmation today to our report, first seen here, that the Stig's none other than former F1 racer Michael Schumacher, confirming Stiggie will be unmasked on tomorrow night's episode of BBC's epic motoring show. More »
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By Ray WertComment by skaycog 0.0: I can wait for tomorrow night. 42 Responses | Other threads
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Top Gear Season 13, Trailer 2: Schumacher Arrives At School
In this second adorable Top Gear Season 13 Trailer, James May finally gets the girl and a a shy new kid arrives at school. Is it a tiny Michael Schumacher? We guess we'll have to watch on Sunday. [via MotorWard]
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By Wes SilerComment by leavethegun-takethecannoli: Warning: Threadjack! I just got back from the Ford Fiesta Movement with Jill. Let me tell you, the Ford Fiesta is... 14 Responses | Other threads
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The World of Top Gear Museum Exhibit Opens Today
England's National Motoring Museum has just opened The World Of Top Gear, their Top Gear-themed exhibit. Displays will include a recreation of the studio, the Reliant Robin Space Shuttle and, of course, a Toyota Hilux. More »
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Comment by engineerd: That Hilux is all wrong. First, it's way too new and the paint is shiny. I like my Hiluxes with... 9 Responses | Other threads
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That Top Gear Episode Where Clarkson Tests The New Ford Fiesta
Everyone's seen it, but Top Gear's review of the Ford Fiesta is such a milestone in motoring journalism it necessitates further study. If only because it proves we (even Schumi) can all stay seventeen forever — if we so desire. More »
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By Peter OroszComment by leavethegun-takethecannoli: That's not an AK. I'd like to say it is a Steyr Aug- but I can't tell from the picture and... 17 Responses | Other threads
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So, Is Michael Schumacher The Stig?
Our exclusive report claiming Michael Schumacher is The Stig has generated quite the controversy this morning. So much in fact that we decided to call up our contacts at the BBC for a comment. So, is it true?
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By Ray WertComment by Flathead Smith: Everyone knows that The Stig is actually the ghost of Dale Earnhardt. 10 Responses | Other threads
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The Stig Is Michael Schumacher?
According to an audience member at the first episode of Top Gear Season 13, the Stig was revealed to be none other than a Ferrari FXX-driving Michael Schumacher! Full report below, plus one more shot of the FXX. UPDATE below! More » -
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Top Gear Season 13 Trailer: Little People!
BBC's put together an adorable mini-trailer for Top Gear's upcoming season 13 (coming June 21st!) featuring everyone's favorite four-some as young rapscallions (our favorite's mini-Stig!). But as you can see, they're not the only little people in the trailer. More »
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By Ray WertComment by jb68902: ha ha I can't wait 'till the new series, but I'm worried about the budget cuts ruining the show. 4 Responses | Other threads
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Mitsubishi Evo Destroyed Filming Top Gear Season 13
Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson's no stranger to unleashing military might on passenger cars. His latest exploit appears to involve a white Evo VII. More »
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By Peter OroszComment by Dhillaz 2.0: A couple of days my friend saw Jeremy Clarkson in his Range Rover, while walking home. He waved, and supposedly Clarkson... 16 Responses | Other threads
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Jeremy Clarkson: Here's 25 quotes from the lovable, huggable jackass. [coolcarsandgirls]
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Rolls-Royce Crashes Into UK Supermarket
We have seen cars arrive violently in supermarkets before, but the Brits show us how to do it in style. More »
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By Peter OroszComment by .357: I find it ironic that he crashed in the "Beer, Wines and Spirits" section. 8 Responses | Other threads
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Jeremy Clarkson On Honda Insight: "Biblically Terrible"
Reviewing the new Honda Insight hybrid, Jeremy Clarkson, Top Gear's bombastic hater-of-all-cars-not-designed-over-tea-and-crumpets, echoed claims from our first drive. Then he dialed them up from ten to eleven, saying the hybrid's "...terrible. Biblically terrible." [Times Online]
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By Ray WertComment by mechimike: I've said it before and I'll say it again, Clarkson is more American than he lets on. I think he's... 15 Responses | Other threads
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Top Gear Cast Spied In UAE With Enough Exotics To Make A Shiek Blush
Hold onto your butts folks, Top Gear is fliming a mega-supercar comparo in the UAE. The cars? A Bugatti Veyron, Mercedes McLaren SLR722, Lamborghini Murcielago LP-640 SV and the legendary McLaren F1. More »
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By Ben WojdylaComment by Jagvar: The Bugatti, Benz, and Lambo are for self-indulgent wieners. The McLaren is for connoisseurs. 8 Responses | Other threads
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Top Gear USA finds the greatest corner...in the world. [TopGear]
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Top Gear May Be Forced To Diversify Cast Beyond Middle-Aged White Men
New laws introduced by the UK's Labour party to force racial and sexual diversity in all state-funded endeavors may inadvertently force Top Gear to add new characters just to hit quota. Yay, Big Brother!
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By Ben WojdylaComment by wrx-tyrannosaurusWrx is out of town for a week trying to find a computer: I wouldn't mind women or people that weren't white. I'd mind any change to the perfect dynamic of that show. Its... 20 Responses | Other threads
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More Top Gear: World’s Smallest Production Car
The Peel P50 might not have the solar panels of the Geely iG or come cabriolet form like the Smart Car, but this minicar trumps them all in one thing…size. Watch the video to see just how tiny the world's smallest car really is and enjoy even more with Top Gear 10, out on DVD now. More » -
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Top Gear’s Fastest Challenge: Veyron vs. Fighter Jet
What does it take to beat the Bugatti Veyron in a head-to-head battle? Another supercar? No, that would just be too easy for the mighty Veyron and not nearly as much fun. Watch the video to find out and check out much more with Top Gear 10, out on DVD today. More » -
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What's The American Equivalent Of A Brown 1971 Triumph 2000 MkII?
Last month, James May bought his Significant Other a brown 1971 Triumph 2000 Saloon, because he appreciates "a proper girl in a terrible old car" and felt that she'd "see the cultural relevance of brown."
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Comment by UDMan: On second thought, how about a Brown Mustang II instead. MMMMMM, can't you just taste the Malaise? 8 Responses | Other threads
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Ezra Dyer writing about what he writes about best... Ezra Dyer. [Automobile]
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Crazy Euro Car Boy Does London
Panel Gaps? What Panel Gaps?
London is not all Porsches and Ferraris driven by Russian mobsters. Walk down a side street and British motoring history emerges in the shape of a Triumph Herald. More »
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By Peter OroszComment by A strolling player: James May is sooo dreamy... I'd stuff his panel gap with an outboard motor of my choice... 7 Responses | Other threads
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Ariel Atom vs. REVA G-Wiz in London
Ariel Atom vs. G-Wiz. It's possibly the greatest vehicular mismatch ever captured on camera. But the odds are not completely against the puny G-Wiz. More »
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By Peter OroszComment by Bullitt417: They were joking around on Top Gear talking about the G-wiz with one of the stars in a reasonably priced... 10 Responses | Other threads
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Stig's Signed Helmet Up For Grabs On Ebay
Ever feel the need to know what the inside of The Stig's helmet and racing suit smells like? Yeah, neither have we, but here's just such a creepy opportunity. The Ebay Auction for Heroes. More »
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Comment by .357: $4,000 for a helmet that looks like any other white racing helmet? I like the Stig, but some people are... 1 Responses | Other threads
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Michael Harvey Out As Top Gear Magazine Editor?
UPDATE! After receiving tips (plural) this morning Michael Harvey, editor-in-chief of Top Gear Magazine, "left [the magazine] this morning. Under a cloud," Harvey and the BBC have responded below. More »
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By Ray WertComment by themeasles (now with MSPaint Star): Top Gear has a magazine? 9 Responses | Other threads
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Jeremy Clarkson Trapped In Port-A-Potty By Snotty Kids
What's worse for opinionated Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson, having to review cheap cars or getting trapped in a Port-A-John by a bunch of punk kids? (Hat tip to Glenn!) [YouTube via Sky Motoring]
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Comment by leavethegun-takethecannoli: WARNING! Threadjack. Chapter 3. I caught Jo Schmo, Pauljones evil and opposite twin aSoundofSleep. That's not saying much because he's real... 13 Responses | Other threads
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Top Gear Reviews To Focus On More Carpocalypse-Appropriate Vehicles
Apparently Top Gear, in recognition of the Carpocalypse, plans to spend less time reviewing exotics and more time focused on cars people can actually afford. We want to see what Stiggie'll do with a Zafira. More » -
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Stig Spotted In Top Gear Offices By Google Street View
Workers in Top Gear's London offices couldn't help but take a look at their buildings with Google Street View where, lo-and-behold, white Stig is clearly visible hanging out in the window.
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By Ben WojdylaComment by sos10: It's not the Stig, it's the prototype of the inflatable sexdoll based on the Stig. 5 Responses | Other threads
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In Soviet Russia, Top Gear Drives You
The Top Gear Russia is now upon us, with the third episode airing this week. Want to know whether the reasonably priced car will be a Soviet T-90 tank? Click through to find out. More »
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Comment by Omaxem: I can't wait for the show when they have Lenin as the star in the reasonably priced car. 5 Responses | Other threads
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Ferrari To Top Gear: Stop Using Fake Ferraris
Last month, Top Gear was busted for using MR2-based fake Ferraris in their live show. Now the Italian stallions at Ferrari are demanding Top Gear only hoon authentic Ferraris in the future.
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Comment by elwood: So what legal recompense does a company have against something like this? Clearly they should have some sort of... 9 Responses | Other threads
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Top Scandal: Top Gear Live Using MR2-Based Fake Ferrari 360 Spiders
Three Ferrari 360 Spiders wowing the crowd doing burnouts just inches from each other at Top Gear's Live show are apparently fakes, based on Toyota MR2s. Well, at least they weren't Fiero-based.
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By Ray WertComment by Gearhead_42: I would honestly rather have a 2nd gen supercharged Mr. Two in my garage than a 360. There, I said it. 15 Responses | Other threads
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The Stig's First And Last Press Conference
Live from Auckland New Zealand, Top Gear announced The Stig would be holding a press conference to reveal his true identity amid all the confusion in recent weeks. His answers might surprise you. More »
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