娱乐英语新闻:Fired BBC "Top Gear" host to present car show for Amazon Prime

BEIJING, July 31 (Xinhuanet) -- The former host of BBC's popular TV program "Top Gear"?who left amid scandal over an off-set dustup, has signed up to present a new car show for broadcaster Amazon Prime.

Jeremy Clarkson was fired in March after he punched a producer during an off-set altercation. The show's two other hosts also left.

According to?Amazon,?Jeremy Clarkson?has?committed to three series of the show?with?James May and Richard Hammond,?with?the first?series?to be broadcast in 2016. ?

"Top Gear" has won a global?popularity?with its mix of car tips, driving stunts and jokey banter.