The Stig speaks out about Top Gear’s return after horror crash

28 Aug 2026 • 5:43 PM MYT
The Independent
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The Stig speaks out about Top Gear’s return after horror crash

  • Former Top Gear driver Paul Rees has welcomed the show's planned return despite taking legal action against the BBC over a 2022 crash.
  • Rees filed a lawsuit seeking over £100,000 in damages after being injured in the accident with co-host Freddie Flintoff.
  • The BBC confirmed the motoring series will return after being placed on an indefinite hiatus following the Dunsfold Aerodrome crash.
  • Rees expressed hope that future productions will implement robust safety standards and prioritise crew welfare.
  • Details regarding the new presenter lineup and release date for the revived series are yet to be confirmed.

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