The Grand Tour Era Comes to an End: What’s Next for Clarkson, Hammond, and May?

However, the journey for the show might not be over. In a recent interview with Metro, Hammond revealed that The Grand Tour could continue, but with new hosts at the helm.

Amazon Prime has yet to formally announce its plans for the series' future beyond the upcoming final episode. While this leaves some uncertainty, fans can still expect to see new content under The Grand Tour banner, albeit with fresh faces leading the charge.

As for Clarkson, Hammond, and May, their days of hosting a car show together appear to be finished. Despite speculation, the trio has confirmed that they won’t regroup to start a new car show, as they did in 2016 when they transitioned from BBC’s Top Gear to The Grand Tour.

In an interview with The Sunday Times published on September 1, Clarkson candidly acknowledged that his days of talking about cars on television are behind him. Joking that he’s “too old and fat” to squeeze into many of the vehicles he once loved, he admitted he no longer has the desire to drive the ones he can fit into. His statement marks a significant shift for the man who has been a staple of automotive TV for over two decades.

The final episode of The Grand Tour, filmed in Zimbabwe, will mark the end of a remarkable era that began in 2003 when the trio first appeared together on Top Gear. Their chemistry and distinctive style made them household names in the car world, and their move to Amazon Prime in 2016 ensured their legacy lived on beyond the BBC.

While The Grand Tour has been a hit, it’s not the last we’ll see of Clarkson, Hammond, and May. Each of the hosts has embarked on their own solo projects with Amazon. Clarkson's popular show Clarkson's Farm, which follows his adventures managing a farm in the Cotswolds, is set to continue. The show has been a critical success and showcases a different side of Clarkson’s personality, far from the world of high-octane cars.

Hammond, on the other hand, took a more adventurous approach with his series The Great Escapists. Alongside MythBusters star Tory Belleci, Hammond played a fictionalized version of himself in a show that blended reality TV with scripted drama. Although only one season was released in 2021, Hammond has expressed interest in future projects.

Meanwhile, May has found success in the world of travel documentaries. His series James May: Our Man In... explores various countries, with May diving into the culture, history, and adventures of each destination. The show’s third season aired this year, though Amazon has yet to confirm whether a fourth season is in the works.

As The Grand Tour reaches its conclusion, fans will undoubtedly reflect on the incredible legacy Clarkson, Hammond, and May leave behind. While their days of racing exotic cars across the globe may be over, their presence on screen, whether through farming, travel, or adventure shows, will continue to entertain audiences for years to come.