The biggest problem with a US Top Gear is the advertisers. The BBC funds the show through the Government, so completely impartial reviews are possible because there is no pressure by ad people. The US TG will be just a showcase for auto manufacturers. If there can be no impartial review because of advertising dollars, it kinda sucks the fun out of the show.
Clarkson wailing on lousey cars is much of the entertainment.
Jay Lenno backed out for this very reason.
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