Episode 1 - Episode 1

Frank Page and Merrill Boulton report from the International Motorcycle Show at the National Exhibition Centre on the latest products from the industry, including a brand-new British motorcycle. One of the most spectacular offbeat car races is the All-Wheel Drive Event, and Judith Jackson reports on this cross-country race from Scotland. Back to the Drawing Board: Owners tell us of design faults with their cars, and Frank Page illustrates manufacturers' shortcomings. What's New with Sue: Sue Baker brings us up-to-date with the news of the motoring scene, together with new products and ideas.

Episode 2 - Episode 2

Garages have received much adverse publicity for indifferent servicing. Sue Baker finds a consumer watchdog service in New York which could have implications here. One of the most spectacular offbeat car races is the All-Wheel Drive Event and Judith Jackson reports on this cross-country event from Scotland. Back to the Drawing Board: Car owners tell us of design faults and Frank Page demonstrates what they mean. What's New with Sue: Sue Baker with the news of the motoring scene, together with new products and ideas.

Episode 3 - Episode 3

Chris Goffey reports from Germany on the ways Volkswagen are tackling the problems of fuel economy. Which British motor manufacturer has an order book with a waiting list for the next five years? Frank Page reports. Ted Clements , Senior Examiner of the Institute of Advanced Motorists, demonstrates good driving techniques. Back to the Drawing Board: Owners tell Frank Page of design faults in their cars. What's New with Sue: Sue Baker brings us up-to-date with the news of the motoring scene, together with new products and ideas.

Episode 4 - Episode 4

Top Gear reveals a revolutionary new engine and plans for the manufacture of an entirely new all-British motor car. Frank Page reports from the Motor Insurance Repair Research Centre at Thatcham where they smash cars to help reduce insurance premiums. Ted Clements continues with advice to improve your driving technique and Frank Page takes us Back to the Drawing Board again. What's New with Sue: Sue Baker brings us up to date with the news of the motor industry.

Episode 5 - Episode 5

Who cares for the handicapped driver? Sue Baker investigates some of the latest ways in which their special problems are being overcome. Speed limits: are the restrictions on many of our roads as low as they need to be? Frank Page reports. Ted Clements , Senior Examiner of the Institute of Advanced Motorists, demonstrates good driving techniques. Back to the Drawing Board: Owners tell Frank Page of design faults with their cars. What's New with Sue: Sue Baker brings us up to date with news of the motoring scene, together with new products and ideas.

Episode 6 - Episode 6

Sue Baker goes out on a day and night patrol with the Leicestershire Police when their unique major incident vehicle takes to the highway. Dixie Dean, Lorry Driver of the Year, and Dickie Duncalfe, a Fleet Service Manager, assess the new Ford Cargo lorry with Chris Goffey, and the new Fiat Panda is road tested by Frank Page. Ted Clements, Senior Examiner of the Institute of Advanced Motorists, demonstrates good driving techniques. Back to the Drawing Board: Owners tell Frank Page of design faults in their cars. What's New with Sue: Sue Baker brings us up-to-date with news of the motoring scene, togetherwithnew products and ideas.

Episode 7 - Episode 7

Back-ache Driving: thousands of motorists suffer as a result of poor car seat design. Dr. Bernard Watkin highlights some of the common faults. Six Months On: the Metro and Escort are not now the cars they were when launched last year. Judith Jackson outlines some of the significant changes. Ted Clements , Senior Examiner of the Institute of Advanced Motorists, demonstrates good driving techniques. Back to the Drawing Board: owners tell Frank Page of design faults in their cars. What's New: with Sue Baker

Episode 8 - Episode 8

Frank Page reports from the final of the Halfords Popular Motoring Do-It-Yourself Mechanic of the Year competition. Top Gear salutes the Triumph Sports Car with a look at some of the highlights of its successful career. The Metro Job: a report on the introduction of the Metro into Italy. Ted Clements, Senior Examiner of the Institute of Advanced Motorists, demonstrates good driving techniques. What's New with Sue: Sue Baker brings us up-to-date with news of the motoring scene, together with new products and ideas.

Episode 9 - Episode 9