James May's Cars of the People
James May discovers how cars became an everyday part of people's lives. His journey begins in Europe, where he reveals a tale of war, fraud, double-dealing, and dictators.
Episode 1
In his quest to discover how we, the people, got our wheels, James travels to Germany, Italy and Russia to reveal the extraordinary story of how dictators kickstarted the mobilisation of the masses.
Episode 2
James downsizes to explore the weird world of the micro car. We discover how austerity and fears of congestion led to European tragicomic disasters in the shape of Britain's infamous three wheelers, French death traps and German absurdities.
Episode 3
James reveals the unlikely champions that finally gave the people performance, pride and a hint of luxury.
