Top Gear

The presenters put their amphibious vehicle designs through trials on a lake in Staffordshire, assessing performance and handling as part of the show for the episode in the series. Meanwhile, actor Philip Glenister appears as the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

The episode forms part of a programme in which the hosts put their own amphibious vehicle concepts through practical trials. Each installment follows the presenters as they devise and showcase water‑capable machines, offering viewers a glimpse of the design process and on‑site testing. The format typically sees the crew building, modifying and then demonstrating the machines in real‑world conditions. In this particular edition, the team transports their prototypes to a lake situated in Staffordshire. There, they conduct a series of performance checks, observing how the vehicles handle the transition between land and water. The setting provides a controlled environment for assessing buoyancy, steering and overall functionality. The water trials allow the team to record data on speed, manoeuvrability and the ease of transitioning between terrains. Adding a further element to the broadcast, actor Philip Glenister appears as the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car. His involvement brings a recognised face to the segment, linking the engineering focus with a familiar television personality. Glenister’s role follows the established ‘Star in a Reasonably Priced Car’ format, where a celebrity tests a modestly priced vehicle. The episode therefore blends hands‑on vehicle experimentation with the star‑driven car feature, delivering a varied programme that showcases both technical ambition and light‑hearted entertainment. Viewers get to see the amphibious designs in action while also enjoying Glenister’s participation in the car‑related challenge. By juxtaposing the engineering tests with the celebrity car segment, the show aims to appeal to both gadget enthusiasts and fans of light‑hearted competition.