James May likes a broad spectrum of cars, from modern-day supercars to classics, cult icons, cheap hatchbacks, and electric vehicles. Indeed, he has owned six EVs over the years but during a recent interview, admitted that he is still not convinced by them. The Grand Tour host most recently took delivery of the updated Tesla Model 3, having previously owned a Model S and two Toyota Mirai hydrogen models.
Were an automaker to release an EV with 150 miles of range that can be recharged in 1 minute through an expansive charging network, he would love to own one. Read: James May Open To New Car Show With Clarkson And Hammond May later reiterates the point that it is current battery technology and chargers that are holding back EVs. He believes that powering a car with an electric motor is the best way given how much simpler it is than a complex internal combustion engine.