Episode 5 featured a poignant and highly-praised tribute to the Swedish carmaker Saab shortly after it went into liquidation.

Top Gear Series 18 is widely regarded as one of the most high-octane eras of the Clarkson, Hammond, and May years. Airing from on BBC Two, this season featured 7 standard episodes plus an epic Christmas Special . Season Highlights & Epic Adventures

The "Star in a Reasonably Priced Car" segment saw some legendary names take on the track this season:

The "Iceman" brought his famously dry wit to the show while discussing his F1 career.

In Episode 3, the presenters assisted in filming a high-speed car chase for the 2012 film The Sweeney . The Star Guest List

In a classic "diplomatic" mission, the team traveled across India in three British cars (a Rolls-Royce, a Mini, and a Jaguar) to promote British trade, resulting in their typical brand of chaotic humor.