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Duration
60 minutes
Series Info
Season 8 Episode 4 of 9

Quick Summary

In this episode, Richard Hammond challenges the Red Devils display team with a Porsche, while Jeremy Clarkson upgrades a Mercedes S‑Class into a more opulent version, as part of a series of automotive challenges showcasing performance and luxury. The programme also features Ewan McGregor.

About This Program

The show is a television programme presented as an episode‑style feature. It brings together a handful of well‑known automotive personalities for a series of hands‑on challenges, with a focus on high‑performance cars and bespoke modifications. In this instalment, Richard Hammond takes a Porsche and puts it head‑to‑head with the Red Devils display team, testing the sports car’s capabilities against the precision of the aerobatic squad. Meanwhile, Jeremy Clarkson tackles a different kind of project, transforming a Mercedes S‑Class into an even more opulent version of the luxury saloon, showcasing the extent to which the vehicle can be upgraded. The episode also includes an appearance by Ewan McGregor, who joins the presenters for the day’s activities. His involvement adds an extra layer of interest to the programme, complementing the automotive tests and the bespoke conversion work. The format remains focused on the practical demonstrations and the interaction between the hosts and the featured vehicles.

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Runtime60 mins