James May's Cars of the People

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`Top Gear' star James May knows about cars. In this three-part series, he explores the history of that transportation method, beginning with how people first got their vehicles. His findings show that design brilliance, abject failure, war and fraud shaped early days of the industry in places like Germany and Britain. The host spotlights microcars, automotive rivalries, and the development of modern machines as he reveals "the ultimate people's car", his choice for the greatest vehicle in history.

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Episode 1James May's Cars of the People

The erstwhile Top Gear host can't get enough of driving... James reveals the cars that turned post-war Germany and Japan into motoring powerhouses at the expense of Britain.

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Episode 2James May's Cars of the People

James May goes off-road to explore how the 4x4 conquered the world - from Mount Fuji to the Mojave Desert, Captain Slow puts our favourite four-wheel drives to the test.

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Episode 3James May's Cars of the People

It's back to the future for James May - he asks what happened to the cutting-edge motors our forebears promised, including fanciful steam cars and ludicrous jet turbines.

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