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Top Gear coming to NBC
« on: January 15, 2008, 05:09:16 PM »
Reuters reported today that an American remake of the popular BBC car show Top Gear is in the works at NBC.

NBC has ordered a pilot of the show – which they are set to announce sometime at the NAIAS. They are currently casting for a host. The pilot will, reportedly, be filmed at a secret location near Los Angeles featuring a hangar and race track. The show will be filmed in front of a live audience.

NBC reality chief Craig Plestis told Reuters that automakers are already inquiring to be included. He said, “This is a favorite of all automobile companies as it shows their cars in such a good light.”

http://news.windingroad.com/etc/top-gear-coming-to-nbc/


For people not familiar with Top Gear (or the singular Jeremy Clarkson), here is an example:

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« Last Edit: January 15, 2008, 05:12:22 PM by Chris »
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