Chris Evans has confirmed he will be joined by a female co-host when he takes over Top Gear.
The star, who was announced as Jeremy Clarkson’s replacement on Tuesday, said the show would star at least one woman, chosen not “for the sake of it” but because of their passion for cars.
Former model Jodie Kidd, who presents Channel 5’s Classic Car Show, has already been tipped for the role.
Formula One presenter Suzi Perry has also been rumoured for the show.
She appeared prominently in the audience of Evans’ TV show TFI Friday last week, shortly after he agreed to front Top Gear.
