Breaking News: Quentin Willson, Beloved Top Gear and Fifth Gear Presenter, Passes Away at 68
Former Top Gear presenter Quentin Willson has died at the age of 68 after a short illness. He was diagnosed with lung cancer and passed away on Saturday.
Quentin Willson's death is a significant loss for the motoring community, with his family describing him as a "true national treasure" and "true consumer champion." His family statement highlighted his dedication to championing electric vehicles and his early advocacy for General Motors' EV1 electric car in the 1990s.
Willson co-hosted Top Gear on the BBC from 1991 to 2001, working alongside Jeremy Clarkson, and later presented Fifth Gear on Channel 5. He was also a prominent campaigner, fronting the FairFuel campaign to lower the cost of fuel duty.
As news of his passing spreads, tributes are pouring in from the motoring community and beyond. Quentin Willson's legacy as a passionate advocate for motoring and consumer rights will be deeply missed.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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