James May has since addressed the incident on social media, clarifying that it happened "a while back" and was not as severe as initial reports suggested. He even joked about the situation, apologizing to Mitsubishi Evo fans for "binning" the car. Executive producer Andy Wilman noted that despite the "massive accident," May was able to rejoin the team within a few days to finish filming the special.
During the 2022 filming of The Grand Tour special, "A Scandi Flick," James May was involved in a high-speed accident that left fans concerned for his safety. Despite the dramatic nature of the crash, May reassured his audience that he is "perfectly OK" after receiving medical attention. The Tunnel Incident James May has since addressed the incident on
While filming at a decommissioned Norwegian naval base, May participated in a high-speed challenge inside an unlit tunnel. The challenge required the presenters to reach peak speeds before braking before a rock wall at the tunnel's end. During the 2022 filming of The Grand Tour