: An anonymous, silent test driver portrayed by Perry McCarthy (wearing a black suit) for the first two series. Signature Segments Introduced

: Motoring journalist and the primary face of the show's revival.

The relaunched Top Gear eventually became the most widely-broadcast factual television program in the world, airing in more than 200 territories at its peak. It successfully reached beyond a niche audience of "petrol-heads" to a broader demographic by prioritizing entertainment and chemistry over technical specifications.

: Dunsfold Aerodrome in Surrey, which housed a specialized studio hangar and a race circuit designed with help from Lotus . Core Presenting Team (Series 1)