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The Grand Tour will return to screens early next year with season three. And whilst fans get excited for the anticipated appearance of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May, there is even more good news. Season four has been officially commissioned and with it, comes a major format change to the setup of the show. It has been said the famous trio will head on ‘big road trips’ for the new series, which was announced after the hosts revealed they would be quitting ‘studio car shows’.

In a statement published on Twitter, Amazon discussed the fourth season and said: “We’re texted to announced that we have renewed The Grand Tour for season 4. “And proud that Prime Video will continue to be the home for Jeremy, Richard and James for years to come. “Season four will see the guys ditch the tent to take on big adventure road trips that we know Prime members love.” Alongside the post, @thegrandtour captioned the image with: “Good news: After season 3 #TheGrandTour will be returning for an even bigger adventure. Bad news: We have a tent to sell.” Amazon Prime viewers will know how the marquee has become an integral part on The Grand Tour and has moved to several locations across the world for the show. Instead, the shows format will now change from studio car to ’big-budget specials’.

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According to The Sun, Jeremy said: “It’s a really sad day. I will miss the banter with each other and with the audience. “But we’ve been doing that show for effectively 17 years - sitting around in studios watching cars race around the track.” It comes after the three car enthusiasts were seen in the latest advert for season 3. In the short clip, Richard is seen introducing himself and the other presenters: “Hello, we’re The Grand Tour presenters.” James continued: “Yes, we’re flat out filming the third series.”

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