Should this be Izzy Hammond's new car?

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Izzy Hammond needs a new car, and while Richard was away filming, he set Mike Fernie the goal of finding a new potential daily car for her. He may have gone slightly over-budget, but he reckons he's found the perfect car for Izzy's new London life.
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[@Drivetribe]

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[@bastiaan7777777]

When next grand tour?

[@ghomerhust]

im running hankooks for my winter tires as well on my mk3 golf. they do a right proper job!

[@RadialSeeker113]

1:16 to 1:26 vid freezes. Thought it was my internet.

[@alpinab14]

@@RadialSeeker113 no that was probably just the servers having a freakout with the incoming hate from having a tesla on a petrolhead channel lol and rightly so

[@RadialSeeker113]

@@alpinab14 lol. True petrolheads hate bmw.

[@danielgrice9188]

The total opposite of what Richard briefed Mike on 😂🤣. Over £25,000 and has silly horsepower 🤣😂

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

What do EV's, Hype-brids and Horses have in common? Even if kept unused in a barn and fed, all 3 are still DYING, although the Horse will far outlive the other 2. These napkin-idea EV's and Hype-brids have shelf-lives of Ramen Noodles. 🤣

[@ptaytv4775]

lol.Thats what happens when you cant count.....lol

[@EVMYT]

Yes but they wanted to advertise the tyres. That was the real video objective.

[@chriscowey7464]

Just saw your post after I said the same thing. This is the total opposite of what Hammond said. Kind of a silly video really.

[@mikedrivetribe8314]

I'm claiming Richard's brief was open to interpretation 😂

[@emo3113]

It’s obvious her being Hammond’s daughter but, the amount of mannerisms she has from him didn’t go unnoticed. They mentioned the steering wheel grip. There’s the hair adjustment. The end how she said “it’s a car and he likes cars.” I hope she has a friend that sees her do something idiotic and yells, “HAMMOND, YOU IDIOT!”, at her. 😂

[@alansohn855]

Emily Clarkson saying that would be brilliant ngl.

[@wasdishowiplay]

That spin off would be hilarious especially if it still had James being James

[@Dabbtrabb]

May- "Hello"

[@mrfashionguy1]

The nervous nail biting at the start is also peak RIchard

[@martingetliffe]

@@Dabbtrabb😂😂

[@LouAtlanta]

Izzy is totally Richard's daughter. Imagine, one day Izzy with her own car show. And doing a challenge to make a custom car for elderly people starring Jeremy, James, and Richard haha.

[@renypayne11]

Sort of like the episode where the trio tested cars with their mothers.

[@dylanzrim3635]

Build a car with what? By the time she gets a show it will be “buy govt approved EV or else”

[@LouAtlanta]

@@renypayne11 indeed

[@ruk2023--]

You know that an EV is still a car right? It's important to me that you know that.@@dylanzrim3635

[@s2ymx]

Like the fiat for elderly people with safety features 😂😂

[@jonwarb]

Love that Izzy is getting involved with drivetribe!! She’s very real & very funny! Just as the 3 OGs are getting on in years, there’s space for a new generation!! Love it! Well done Izzy!

[@mrmikemotors]

And that’s what you call a positive comment!

[@jonwarb]

@@mrmikemotorsEasy to be positive when it’s just so true!! She’s a blummin natural! 🤷🏼‍♂️😊👌🏼

[@WW-wf8tu]

Accept there is no interest from Clarkson's kids to get involved. And May has none. lol Would be perfect if Willow would partner up with her sister. Could be a great team up for sister vs sister opinions on vehicles. DRIVETRIBE would be smart to pitch that idea to the whole family. If Willow is willing, it would be a smash.

[@jonwarb]

@@WW-wf8tu Yeah love that idea! I think Clarkson’s kids are a bit older aren’t they? Willow & Izzy have both got great personalities. Very likeable & fun. Both seem absolute naturals in front of the camera.

[@Snazzyhaz420]

Izzy, caleb and Mike, new grand tour

[@evfarry]

I need a new car too, Uncle Richard. Im just saying.😊

[@PhilS-F]

I love the fact that Izzy has picked up her Dads driving habits. That shows how much she cares for him and that’s really lovely to see.

[@ryanhumphries6162]

Hopefully not all of them.

[@Nirf33]

@@ryanhumphries6162 agreed, or shell be needing a lot more then 1 new car.

[@Sharion.Inuyatt]

I knew it was a Model 3 just by seeing the silhouette in the thumbnail. And I loved how they brought a car that was completely opposite to what Richard said

[@ericpisch2732]

They said it was a Tesla PR car in the film

[@ciaranwalsh96]

So weird to see Izzy doing stuff like this because I remember Jeremy making a joke about what Richard would do in 10 years time when some 'spotty oik would 'come to take your Izzy out' on a motorbike. She was only 4 then!

[@arthurdent8022]

You did it Drivetribe! After creating that near perfect video of Richard and daughter Izzy off roading, you shrewdly identified that the key ingredient that missing from their wonderful chemistry was Mr. Mike Fernie. Bravo.

[@IbrahemAlbanawi]

Love that Izzy is getting more involved in Drive Tribe more

[@iamanangryob]

She’s such a rare creature, we must protect her at all costs.

[@jonathonedwards6741]

Anyone else noticed the glitch at 1:20?

[@the.villan]

Just you mate

[@mov744]

I had it too.

[@thomasmason3483]

Yep

[@Innerspace100]

Yes, I noticed.

[@marksaddler]

Yes it glitched on my iPad and same on my phone

[@stethemortal6667]

I feel like Izzy would be a great host for a car show, she's a natural

[@ronpurimahua5311]

Gastvrouw dan !

[@willbeonekenobi]

I was thinking that 'if' or 'when' BBC decide to relaunch Top Gear, she should at least through her name into that process.

[@lorddarlo6194]

​@@willbeonekenobiDoubt it because of her dad would they want his daughter because of the way Hammond left. Yeah I would agree but The Beeb ay gonna get her as the Pressure then to get May's Children if he has any and Clarksons daughter would be to immense

[@calvinallan2208]

You know the world is coming to an end when people start talking about car shows hosted by women😅😅

[@Zenkis.ikigai]

Izzy has such a natural knack for TV/media work like her dad. It's incredible ❤. Hope to see more of Izzy on the channel and maybe even bigger things 😊. Amazing 👏

[@danniielle]

Totally agree!!

[@andrewwhite1305]

Izzy must have gotten some of her Dad's onscreen charisma and humor, she's great on camera.

[@futurecat]

His chemistry with her is such that I would watch them review cars together for sure.

[@amack9771]

I love the no silly performance car and then brings a tesla which has pretty rapid acceleration 😂

[@danduntz2539]

At least she won’t have to pay the congestion charge.

[@amack9771]

@@danduntz2539 whilst convenient for now it wont be for long everyone pays congestion charge including evs in 2025 as it is congestion you are trying to reduce

[@ZesPak]

"pretty rapid" is really underselling a Model 3 Performance. :D

[@ElderlyAnteater]

​@@danduntz2539Doesn't have to pay the congestion charge, at the cost of £35,000 over her dad's budget

[@rollingtroll]

Really enjoying Izzy on the channel, she's completely natural in front of the camera and does genuinely seem to care about cars at least to a relatable extend. Lovely!

[@adamc209]

Izzy is a great addition to the channel, it’s great to see her and Richard’s relationship, really enjoyed the previous video also

[@AdamsWorlds]

She seems a lovely young lady, look forward to seeing her and Richard do more car shows and stuff together. Well done on on passing Izzy and best of luck with the move (although I'd stick with living in the country lol!)

[@CCFerrariF1]

I hope I speak for everyone when I say more Izzy! She’s such a fun, warm and sweet addition to the Drive Tribe videos. I can see her taking Drive Tribe to new highs if she decides to stay involved. With love from America 🇺🇸

[@stephenwade5994]

I can't wait to see Richards face when you tell him what you chose

[@basscharenborg6441]

(Edit 06-11'23: The error and artefecting have been removed/cut out.) Rendering error from 1:15 to 1:26? Plus the arteffecting? Yikes.. Lovely to see how great Izzy was in this Drivetribe episode :-D

[@theobolmer2056]

I thought my computer was acting up, glad someone else saw it. I'm surprised this is the only comment I've seen about this.

[@ashleyhazell662]

Really like Izzy on screen ... Enjoyed her cameos on Hammond's Workshop too. Funny, humble, witty.

[@ChavJag]

Izzy's fab. Hopefully gonna be seeing a lot more of her

[@nixon_cabbit]

Absolutely love that Izzy is getting involed with Drivetribe, she's brilliant to watch. Also it's rather surprising that she's only just starting to become a petrol head with Richard as her dad.

[@Lunzatis_Palemoon]

I can kind of understand why she may be just starting to become a petrol head even with Richard as her father. It just may have never interested her before or there could have been some other reason that we don't know about. I will say it's nice to see her on here, learning, and getting to spend time with her Dad while also having fun.

[@majortom4543]

I like how Izzy is getting ready little by little for when Richard leaves us in 35-50 years in the future, she will be ready to inherit the Grand tour.

[@imeshdesilva7232]

hamster never dies !!!

[@phuketexplorer]

Erm, Richard will be well into his second century in another 50 years!

[@downwarddonk]

The man has already proved he’s immortal. Twice!

[@ReinierS]

Hammond is still 36

[@Da_one_tl]

The next generation is Izzy Hammond, one of Clarkson’s 3 children, and… I guess just James May

[@Mainstayjay]

It is so cool to see Izzy featured on Drivetribe, the next generation Hammond! I watch all of Richard's content and do an annual old Top Gear viewing starting with Season 1 so to see Izzy in some Drivetribe episodes is just so heartwarming!

[@mrmikemotors]

Loving the Izzy content! Trading up Ross Vegas for the big city!!

[@dwaynne_way]

Izzy should do more car testing/review videos, she would be great at it. 🤩 Would be great to see her getting involved more with Drivetribe and The Smallest Cog.

[@allanmorris6324]

Izzy is awesome..but did she just say Richard being on sidemen is a big deal. Her dad is the big deal, 1 of 3 biggest car journalists in the world and one of the biggest TV shows ever made

[@Xiph1980]

That's what time does. For us, the three nutters of TG are the "big deals", to the next generation their heroes are. Also, our screen heroes are network people, which is a slowly declining media field and pretty much unused by the younger generation. And additionally, to her Richard, James, Jeremy and other famous people from classic media are Dad and "uncles" and "aunts".

[@topmandog1]

top gear and grand tour got and get more views then the sidemen lol, get real (i do like the sidemen but dont act like him being on there is an improvement to his image in anyway)

[@dodgywheelsandropeywiring5697]

I've never even heard of sidemen.

[@allanmorris6324]

@@dodgywheelsandropeywiring5697 same 😂

[@warhobbit7951]

Love how she’s like yea it’s only £60 grand !

[@grievuspwn4g3]

It looks like more, but yeah, 10 grand is pricey to me right now.

[@Camphlobactor]

That's crazy cause in the U.S. the Model 3 Performance is only $48k usd (not including any tax credit)

[@warhobbit7951]

@@grievuspwn4g3 £5 is pricey to me 😂

[@warhobbit7951]

@@Camphlobactor unfortunately we get ripped off in the Uk

[@MrMentalSoul]

It's $50k in the US, but close enough?@@Camphlobactor

[@michaelpayer358]

Izzy‘s already absolutely entertaining. a car show would definitely suite her

[@igormac88]

'He loves cars, that's a car.. I don't see the issue' 😂 love her

[@troyfortune4124]

More Izzy please! She is so fun to watch and I love her personality.

[@RoryStarr]

I am surprised how many people don't seem to realize that the intro bit is an intentional joke. Obviously, the point was he would ignore all of Richard's recommendations, folks. That's the whole bit.

[@LCOF]

She’s going to have the easiest, least stressful move to London any new graduate has ever had 😂

[@danmayberry1185]

She knows the Ram TRX - perfect for London!

[@fosterfuchs]

It'll hold a few hay bales, too.

[@jh9493]

I reckon Hammond ment 25k per year.. Finance plus maintenance, at least the tyres will be covered 😄

[@loveworldnationcyber9695]

Izzy getting involved in Family business greatly encouraging

[@Elwaves2925]

Richard made her an offer she couldn't refuse.

[@jujitsujew23]

Izzy is really stepping into her father’s world

[@SPcamert]

I like that even though Richard is, let's face it, quite well off Izzy still knows that it'll be a stretch to get him to let her have two cars. Really loving these videos though. Izzy has a great personality and it's really cool to see someone start their journey to being a petrol head.

[@scottrudolf211]

Fantastic! Love the involvement. Keep it up Izzy. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

[@Steve_A93]

"Whats the brake pedal for if lift-off applies the brakes" - Richard said the same thing on top of that hill in Switzerland I'm afraid..

[@andrewolson5471]

Izzy Hammond really is a "chip off the old block." She is a natural on camera behind the wheel of a car.

[@eppyz]

Hammond says "Nothing Fast" dude brings a Tesla 3 "Performance" 🙄

[@miketaylor6053]

But it was under 25 grand! What a deal!

[@eppyz]

@@miketaylor6053 $25k British pounds is not a "Deal". She would be better off with a VW Golf Or something. It's a college car not a "My Daddy is wealthy and bought me a Tesla".... Come on 🙄

[@miketaylor6053]

@eppyz I was being sarcastic. If it was under 50 grand, I'd be surprised.

[@pbe6965]

@@miketaylor6053 they did admit towards the end that it was 60 grand, and would cost a lot more than what Richard was asking for

[@eppyz]

@@miketaylor6053 Gotcha👍

[@gianmarco8494]

the indian ftr in the back by the archway looks insane!! Make Hammond do a bike special Mike!!

[@myopinionmatters8473]

The trio already admitted on the 'show that shall not be named' the best car is a Ford Mondeo

[@ruk2023--]

That was about 20 years ago....

[@TheReal_JG]

They all still love it. On TGT's Funeral for a Ford episode, they ride in a Mondeo and talk about why they love it.

[@ruk2023--]

That maybe so but while a stroll down nostalgia street is always nice there are objectively much better cars out there now@@TheReal_JG

[@WW-wf8tu]

@@TheReal_JG You do realize, not everything they say is truth right? There are just as many false stories/exaggerations and flat out lies coming out of their mouths as anything else. It is for entertainment purposes. Ideas for content. Scripts for dialog.

[@TheReal_JG]

Oh, I 100% agree that TG and TGT are scripted to make the trio have funny moments, making races and specials have nail-biting conclusions. But rarely do Clarkson, Hammond, and May show genuine admiralty of a car they drive - take Oliver, for instance. Pure emotions are one of those things that can't be scripted, and I believe them driving the Mondeo is that. If I remember, when Hammond's shop rebuilt a Mondeo earlier on DT, I think he did mention that all three actually did love the car (I'll go back to the videos to double check that).

[@stephencrossman9402]

I want to see Richards reaction 😂😂😂

[@rob6890]

Love this video. Please make more room for Izzy on this channel!

[@DermotCarroll]

Love these videos!! Especially the reality of being allowed to see inside the Hammond family! Brave move guys .... in these ultra pc correct days I felt the need to censor what I said! ... can izzy present more... the videos are honest, tun, and done feel overly scripted! Well done!!

[@gpierre90]

Leaving the money issue, I think that Tesla fits perfectly for Izzy, because don't forget she is moving to London, EV's are exempted from London congestion charges if I'm not mistaken, (if I am please note I do not live in UK) love the fact that she is not saying goodbye to the A class as that is a great car also.

[@everusualsuspect]

No, they aren't exempt. Congestion charge is as it suggests, for all vehicles (except for a few). It's the ULEZ charge that an EV avoids.

[@ajaurgemma5341]

I drove a model 3 about a year ago. I was shocked by how much I liked the experience. From the way it went down the road to the funny gimmicks it was honestly a joy to experience. I hate that I loved it because of the whole no engine thing but it was pretty nice ngl.

[@ZesPak]

Pah, engines are overrated for driving distances. If it was my daughter and I had the money, she'd be in a Tesla for that drive. Smooth to drive, loads of driver aids, superb safety in a crash.

[@10293]

@@ZesPakOn the contrary, use of ICE burning hydrogen is fast appearing to be superior with the use of relatively conventional technology and improvements in sustainable lab created hydrogen. Batteries are far overrated for distance driving, recharge time and overall longevity

[@skotty1962]

Izzy Hammond is adorable and a natural TV person. More please. 😊

[@theunknownstuntman4010]

Izzy has so many of her Dads mannerisms 😂

[@ruk2023--]

Shocking that.

[@maxflight777]

I was furious when I saw my Model Y was shipped with Hankook tyres. I was unfamiliar with them, and would have preferred Michelin. However, 33,000 km later, I’m utterly thrilled with them. Phenomenal grip, I’m delighted.

[@carguy1320]

Hankook has some amazing tires. I would take the old Hankook RS3's over any Michelin tire.

[@maxflight777]

@@carguy1320 I agree !! You live and learn !

[@DB-sj8km]

Put them on my car as well. Excellent tyres, and about half of what the Michelins cost for 90% of the performance/longevity.

[@urnzwayzmoove]

That hay is never coming out of that carpet. 😮

[@phantomwraith1984]

Izzy is a natural. She'd be a great addition doing shenanigans with the trio

[@midlifechris69]

Wish you would have covered charging with Izzy. Great video!

[@VXGaming]

That will depreciate faster than new top gear.

[@grievuspwn4g3]

Already has been, 73 plate and 60 grand.

[@MrMentalSoul]

I can tell you're new to the Tesla scene.

[@mmsmits2868]

“£25k absolute max” - R. Hammond. He really gets no respect… 😅

[@Eliteerin]

It's great to have her on this- brilliant host

[@marksaddler]

Stick with the Tdi 90 for the hay bales, everything else seems like the Tesla is what will do, as long as you can definitely get it charged up without having to drive to a random carpark then struggle to find a parking space when you get home.

[@wamgoc]

I don’t know why she needs a new car! The A Class is perfect !

[@WW-wf8tu]

Follow along with her lifestyle, reasons, and image concerns. I was surprised she drove an E class vs a C class, until the hay bail. lol

[@arthuralford]

@@WW-wf8tu Also, London has the Congestion Charge which does not apply to EVs, which means Richard saves a lot on fees in the city

[@WW-wf8tu]

@@arthuralford Which is ironic, since driving and EV does not minimize the # of motorists, only emissions.

[@Paldasan]

So we need a series now where Izzy "learns" how cars work. Not just how an ICE or EV works but all the different facets of a car.

[@MegaRetr]

Love that Izzy is getting more involved in Drive Tribe)

[@doublejslist]

I wanted to see Richard’s reaction to blowing the budget with a super quick car!

[@jrbship]

When Izzy said it needs to perform well on the track, I thought she meant a racetrack 😂

[@tommypark2522]

Richard is cooler than the sidemen 😅 lucky for them they got a chance to have him in their video

[@hellothere4342]

That Indian FTR looks freaking sweet. Has Hammond done a video about it?

[@audisilke]

15:55 i do the same hand things, you streatch your fingers in the corner to not strain your wrist and have more control.

[@VcrThunder]

These cars are a lot better than what they get credit for. I've had over 40 cars and none of them has been as reliable and cheap to run as the Tesla Model 3. It is by no means a luxury car, but it is just so nice to drive and the acceleration is addictive. I live in the middle of nowhere in rural Norway and i have no range issues with it, and i drive a lot. I never thought i'd buy one, but it is the best car i've ever had. 40k miles on it now in half a year.

[@jamesallison2644]

Can’t wait to see Hammond’s reaction and thoughts about the Tesla... and what he will almost definately counteract 🤔

[@maisondickson8040]

Am I the only one that wants Hammond to go through that Defender in the back?!?! Looks like a new old defender 110 and looks amazing.

[@billvanderpol2066]

I was hoping a hay bale was going to fit in the frunk - that would have been a first!

[@MrFester]

Izzy most definitely got the charisma DNA from dad.

[@Rainbow_Atlas]

Isn't a electric car difficult to own in london if you can't charge at home? Like if you live in a normal apartment?

[@MrDrhardin]

Nope. A lot of lamp-post chargers these days. I lived with an EV in a flat with on-street parking only a couple of years ago. Was fine.

[@OutOfNameIdeas2]

Yes absolutely. So many different apps needed and the Charge network is a mess. Owning a ev if you can't charge at home is dumb. The lamp post chargers take like 8 hours to charge the car. It's unusable.

[@sjhudon386]

She has enough charge to commute

[@Xiph1980]

@@OutOfNameIdeas2 I don't know, seems like @MrDrhardin, the person commenting before, you has a completely different experience. I also rented an EV a while ago, and though charging indeed isn't as easy as service stations, it's by no means the horror you seem to think it is. Do you even own an EV?

[@torspedia]

When he talked about the tyres, all I understood were 'grip & handling', lol.

[@corysekine-pettite1783]

Awesome hearing a little Guster in the background...

[@neoanderson7]

To not have to worry about money... that's the dream, right? I mean, sure, Richard has to worry about it. Since he's the one footing the bill.. Congrats Izzy! Having 1 of the coolest families in the world.. 🙂

[@FrostbiteUK]

Great car choice, accurate and without the usual EV FUD. Izzy is a natural on the channel.

[@jdmfreak22]

Wow, she's so COOL. She's a natural behind the wheel and in front of the camera! Such a lovely aura!

[@michaelmills2263]

Smart move, love the Tesla but need help to persuade Hammond on keeping the Merc as well for The Country! Looking forward to hearing how that pans out!

[@williamhavers7460]

And on todays episode of drive tribe mike starts looking for a new job 😁😁

[@KPSince1953]

What a lovely couple

[@PetSKi67]

It used to be pretty different when the engine didn’t shut off ignition or fuel nozzles in the old days with otto-engines before all the emission restrictions.

[@Rye271]

Its really great to see izzy more on drivetribe and rh workshop. Shes super funny

[@DouglasRobb]

You can get a Model3 used for the amount Richard specified, might have to negotiate the exact model and specs with the parents but it's not a bad suggestion. Would have the range to do a round trip between the family home and London but will depend on if they already have a level2 charger.

[@harry_flatters]

It’s a bid odd referring to your parents by their actual names.

[@trekin01]

Thank you!! I agree.

[@sethbarby3891]

Richard did a great job cloning himself. The little elf worked so hard and it shows

[@DaDa-David]

Love this - Izzy switched on what a super lass! :-)

[@fredbloggs6342]

I wonder if she usually lies…. Never trust anyone who routinely says the line. ‘’i’m not gonna lie’’.

[@sshuggi]

You should have Izzy watch some top gear/grand tour car reviews and task her with making a 5-10 minute review of her old E-class.

[@nickturner2813]

She's never had an E-Class.

[@G0bus]

Great choice 🎉

[@romanlacko_tri]

now I'd love to see Richard's reaction 😄

[@adamc209]

6:25 nice to see Hammond still has a bike 🏍️ Looks like a BMW RT 👌🏻

[@maxflight777]

He has about 13 bikes

[@iCozzh]

Really weird you call your mum and dad by their names and not mum and dad..

[@petew.1418]

Every Hammond needs a first aid kit in the car. I think it's a law.....or something.

[@TheSimonhammond]

I've never needed one.

[@bastiaan7777777]

Bíttish law?

[@petew.1418]

@@TheSimonhammond LOL

[@jonflamming8775]

17:25 @Drivetribe we need an F1 podcast featuring Izzy and Richard for sure. Be hilarious hearing Izzy try to explain what's happening in F1 to Richard

[@ArcofZen]

Another fun video, although I wager those massive rims and low profile tyres are most definitely not ideal for rural Hertfordshire!