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S1·E1 Stig Outruns a Speed Camera

Core Aired July 13, 1978 59 min
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Synopsis

The big holiday rush begins this weekend and many drivers plan to travel through Friday night. How dangerous is this practice? What are the stress factors and what are the signs of fatigue? Angela finds out for herself by night driving to the West Country. Twenty people are killed and over 200 seriously injured each week yet these figures could be cut to one tenth if we used our seat belts. Should we leave it to persuasion or is compulsion the final answer?

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 1 of Top Gear air?

Season 1, Episode 1 ('Stig Outruns a Speed Camera') originally aired on July 13, 1978.

How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('Stig Outruns a Speed Camera')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 59 minutes.

What happens in Top Gear Season 1 Episode 1?

The big holiday rush begins this weekend and many drivers plan to travel through Friday night. How dangerous is this practice? What are the stress factors and what are the signs of fatigue? Angela finds out for herself by night driving to the West Country. Twenty people are killed and over 200 serio...

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