Filming for Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May's new Amazon Prime motoring show is underway in Barbados.

And as the former Top Gear trio soaked up the sunshine in the tropical paradise, the BBC One show's new presenting line-up - Chris Evans and Matt Le Blanc - were seen cutting a rather glum figure as they battled the elements in rainy Blackpool.

Clarkson, Hammond and May cut a relaxed figure as they reunited for their as yet unnamed new TV show, topping up their tans in board shorts during their laid-back day on set by the waterfront.

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Hard at work? Richard Hammond, Jeremy Clarkson and James May (left to right) looked happy and relaxed as filming for their new Amazon Prime motoring show began in Barbados

Not so lucky! Meanwhile, the BBC One show's new presenting line-up - Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc - were seen cutting a rather glum figure as they battled the elements in rainy Blackpool

For their first day of filming, the stars were spotted on a barge, seemingly transporting a chassis of old cars into open waters.

It appears the vehicles were being dropped onto the seabed to create an artificial reef.

Clarkson, Hammond and May have been having a blast during filming, enjoying time on the beach and jet ski rides in among their filming commitment.

Relaxed: The trio were rocking board shorts and casual T-shirts as filming got underway by the waterfront

Laid-back vibe: The popular presenters have managed to squeeze in beach trips and jet ski rides during their time in Barbados so far

New project: The trip have yet to disclose the name of their new Amazon Prime TV show

Rivalry: The new series is expected to be a direct rival for the newly rebooted version of Top Gear

First episode: The stars were spotted transporting a chassis of old cars into open waters

The trio's leisurely summer gear came as a stark contrast to Evans and LeBlanc's appearance earlier this week.

The pair wrapped up in waterproof coats as they stood around in the wind and rain in Blackpool during filming for the new incarnation of Top Gear.

For the first episode of the rebooted show, the pair raced 240 miles from London to the seaside town in three-wheeled Reliant Robins.

Meanwhile, in rainy Britain: LeBlanc, 48, was animated as he stood in the rain and waited for the cameras to start rolling

Nothing can rain on their parade: Matt donned a helmet decorated with the American flag as he took to the driver's set

'Blackpool is so brilliantly British today': Chris joked about the miserable weather on social media

Seasoned: By the time Chris and Matt arrived in Blackpool, they were likely used to the elements. They raced to the resort town in Reliant Robins, both of which lacked roofs

This comes after Clarkson officially apologised to producer Oisin Tymon, after settling a six-figure claim for punching him in a row about a steak.

The fracas led to him being sacked from Top Gear, with Hammond and May jumping ship shortly afterwards in support of their friend.

Clarkson flew into a rage after being told he could not order a sirloin steak after a day of filming in March last year, calling Mr Tymon a 'lazy, Irish ****' during a confrontation at a hotel in North Yorkshire.

Ahoy there! The trio donned life jackets before embarking on a barge and heading out to sea

In his element: Clarkson was spotted riding a jet ski earlier this week, shortly after touching down in Barbados

Settlement: This comes after Clarkson officially apologised to producer Oisin Tymon, after settling a six-figure claim for punching him in a row about a steak

Axed: The famous fracas led to him being sacked from Top Gear, with Hammond and May jumping ship shortly afterwards in support of their friend

No hard feelings! However, the trio seem to be enjoying every moment of their new gig

It emerged yesterday that the presenter and his former employers have agreed to pay out more than £100,000 to the producer, following his claim for personal injury and racial discrimination.

The move will allow the BBC the dodge the embarrassment of a full tribunal hearing.

No details of the settlement were given, but it is understood to be in excess of £100,000. Clarkson and the BBC both contributed to the compensation fund.

The star has tried to apologise to Mr Tymon several times before, and last June he tweeted that he was 'so sad and sorry it's ended like this' after his last Top Gear show with Hammond and May was aired.

Top secret: No details of the settlement were given, but it is understood to be in excess of £100,000

Reaching out: The star has tried to apologise to Mr Tymon several times before, and last June he tweeted that he was 'so sad and sorry it's ended like this'

Statement: This marks the first time Clarkson has issued a full, public apology to his victim over the incident

Getting to work: The trio seemed to be dropping old cars out into the sea, forming an artificial reef

However, today's statement is the first time that Clarkson has issued a full, public apology to his victim over the incident.

Meanwhile, BBC have pulled out all the stops to put the new Top Gear firmly back on top, as following Chris Evans into the limelight as one of the new permanent presenters is Matt LeBlanc.

Seeking to add a some Hollywood glitz to the new-look and revamped motoring show, the 48-year-old actor has been confirmed to star in the new series alongside the Radio 2 DJ, 49, German racing pro, Sabine Schmitz, 46 - who has been seen filming alongside Chris already.

The BBC's decision to appoint the much-loved actor was reportedly designed to boost the programme's popularity with women as well as viewers in America - giving the show a global reach.

Rival show: Meanwhile, BBC have pulled out all the stops to put the new Top Gear firmly back on top

Fresh meat: Alongside LeBlanc, German racing pro Sabine Schmitz is also on board

It's a tough life! Clarkson, Hammond and May were seen chatting and relaxing in between takes

On demand: The trio's new show will be made exclusive to customers of Amazon Prime