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The first episode of the tenth series of Top Gear aired on the 7th of October, 2007. It was presented by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May and The Stig. Dame Helen Mirren was the guest star.

Synopsis[]

In the current climate, Clarkson states, he believes it's very important to reassure the audience that the show is completely real, and not scripted in any capacity. This is emphasised with a zoomed-in shot of Richard Hammond appearing to be the same size as Clarkson, before pulling away to reveal he is stood on a box. They are then shown what lays ahead of them for the next 10 weeks.

Trivia[]

  • Not including the USA Special, this is the first of only two occurrences where nothing was stated during the introductory "Tonight!" section of the intro sequence. The other time was Series 11, Episode 4.
  • The magnetic papers for the Power Lap Board were redone as a result of the fire destroying the originals, but were also made smaller to make more room on the new board.

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