The Grand Tour: S2 !!hot!!
The unpopular segment where celebrities "died" before reaching the tent was scrapped.
The studio segments, now filmed in a portable tent, felt more intimate. Because the tent moved every week, the audience was local, and the energy was electric. Watching the trio roast a new "American" lap-time driver (Mike Skinner) in front of a live audience in Colorado or Spain felt authentic. The Grand Tour S2
marked a pivotal moment for the Amazon Prime Video series, as it transitioned from a spectacle-heavy debut to a more refined, fan-focused car show. Premiering on December 8, 2017, the season saw Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May addressing the critiques of their first outing while overcoming significant off-screen challenges. Key Format Changes and Refinements Watching the trio roast a new "American" lap-time
The Grand Tour's humor and camaraderie are a key part of its success. Jeremy, Richard, and James have a chemistry that is hard to find on television, and their banter and teasing add a comedic element to the show. Whether they're arguing over cars, making fun of each other's driving skills, or simply enjoying a laugh, the hosts' humor and camaraderie make The Grand Tour feel like a fun and entertaining ride. Key Format Changes and Refinements The Grand Tour's
A high-quality documentary-style segment chronicling the 1983 World Rally Championship rivalry, praised for returning to the trio's roots of excellent automotive storytelling.
The season opener, "Past, Present or Future," features the infamous Swiss hill climb where Richard Hammond crashed a Rimac Concept One . The footage and the aftermath became a central theme of the season.
, whose clinical and impressive driving style was a hit with fans.