BBC Top Gear Magazine October 2025 – The 400th Issue

Inside this issue of BBC Top Gear Magazine October 2025:

Britain’s best-selling car magazine, Top Gear delivers high-octane reviews, exclusive drives, and stunning photography from around the globe.

• A free pull-out BBC Top Gear poster
• 40 Greatest Cars: The icons that defined every era from 1993 to 2025.
• Max Verstappen’s New Ride: The Mustang GTD unleashed.
• Resto and Be Thankful: The coolest ’90s homage you’ll ever see.

BBC Top Gear Magazine is a leading British automobile publication that blends motoring journalism with entertainment, adventure, and expert insight. First launched in October 1993, the magazine is published monthly by Immediate Media Company under license from BBC Worldwide. It shares its name and spirit with the iconic BBC television show Top Gear, and has become the UK’s best-selling car magazine.

The magazine offers a dynamic mix of content, including in-depth car reviews, group tests, automotive news, and cultural features. Regular segments include Drives, which showcases new vehicle tests and comparisons; Trending, covering the latest in car culture and industry developments; and Garage, which provides long-term reviews of vehicles driven by the editorial team. Other features like Retro, Electric, and Exhaust explore classic cars, electric vehicle trends, and brand histories respectively.

Top Gear Magazine is known for its bold photography, engaging writing, and adventurous spirit. Columnists like Chris Harris and Paul Horrell add further depth with expert commentary and opinion pieces.

The magazine has a strong international presence, with licensed editions published in over 30 countries including China, India, South Africa, and Germany. It has also released special issues and supplements, such as the “Best of Top Gear” and various themed DVDs and books.

Top Gear Magazine is not just about cars—it’s about the lifestyle and passion that surrounds them. Whether showcasing hypercars like the Bugatti Bolide or practical hatchbacks, it captures the thrill of driving and the innovation of automotive design. With a circulation once exceeding 150,000 copies per month, it remains a staple for car enthusiasts and casual readers alike.