In the latest episode of The Grand Tour, renowned car expert Jeremy Clarkson shared his unexpected views on electric vehicles with viewers. Speaking in the ‘One for the Road’ special episode of the show’s final season, Clarkson claimed that electric vehicles lack passion.

Clarkson: “I hate electric cars!”

Jeremy Clarkson, one of the most popular and controversial names in the automotive world, has once again made headlines with his recent statements about electric vehicles. In the latest special episode of The Grand Tour, Clarkson expressed his dissatisfaction with electric vehicles and described them as “garbage.”

Clarkson said, “I hate electric cars. They’re like white goods,” arguing that these vehicles are not at all appealing to car enthusiasts. The famous presenter expressed his love for the characteristic engine sound of classic internal combustion engine vehicles, commenting , “It’s a sound that the younger generation won’t hear growing up.”

These statements by Clarkson, one of the leading names in the automotive world, have sparked discussions among electric vehicle manufacturers. Representatives of brands such as Tesla and Polestar argued that Clarkson’s views are behind the times and that electric vehicles are the transportation solution of the future.

These statements are also cited as one of the reasons for Clarkson’s decision to end his career in the motoring world. The celebrity’s hostility towards electric vehicles suggests that it is time for him to quit his automotive presenting career.