- Subscribers
- 635,809
- Average Upvotes
- 1075.9
- Average Comments
- 56.6
- Min. Upvotes to HOT
- 2
r/thegrandtour
Best Time to Post on r/thegrandtour (UTC TIME)
r/thegrandtour peaks Thursdays 9pm-11pm UTC
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What to Post and How to Rank on r/thegrandtour
Best Topics & Content Types
Discussion about episode rankings consistently drives high engagement in r/thegrandtour, particularly when comparing special episodes like the Vietnam, Botswana, and North Pole adventures. The community actively debates which specials deserve top placement, with polls and tier lists regularly appearing among top posts. Nostalgic content resonates strongly, especially historical photos and videos of the hosts from their Top Gear days or early Grand Tour filming. Location-based posts where fans visit famous filming spots—like the "Classic Top Gear Location On the Way to Hershey Park" example—generate enthusiastic responses. Memes centered around recurring show elements ("The Holy Trinity of Bad Hair" series) and humorous observations about the hosts' fashion choices or mannerisms also perform well. Text discussion posts asking for favorite moments from specific episodes or series tend to spark lengthy, passionate conversations among dedicated fans who appreciate deep cuts from the show's history.
Writing Style & Tone
The community responds best to casual, enthusiastic posts that mirror the show's own irreverent humor and insider knowledge. Successful posters adopt the same playful banter Clarkson, Hammond, and May use with each other, addressing them familiarly as "the boys" without explanation. References to inside jokes like "Bow Chicka Wow Wow" or recurring segments are expected knowledge, not explained for newcomers. The tone should be passionate but not overly serious—matching the hosts' blend of automotive expertise and self-aware silliness. Posts that demonstrate genuine fandom through specific episode references ("S2E4 water jug gag") rather than general praise perform better. Avoid formal language; the community prefers conversational writing with occasional British slang that mirrors the show's vernacular, though exaggerated attempts at British phrasing can come across as inauthentic.
What Gets Upvoted
Highly upvoted posts typically showcase either rare content only true fans would recognize or spark debate about subjective show elements. The Vietnam special ranking discussion demonstrates how tier lists of episodes generate passionate but civil arguments among users. Emotional connections to pivotal moments—like the series finale or opening sequence where they drive away from the BBC—resonate deeply, with users sharing personal stories about why these scenes mattered. Posts identifying filming locations with photographic evidence or behind-the-scenes trivia that isn't widely known consistently gain traction. The community particularly rewards content that balances nostalgia with fresh perspective, such as comparing modern Grand Tour segments to classic Top Gear moments. References to specific, obscure jokes or recurring gags (like Jeremy's questionable fashion choices) signal authentic fandom and earn upvotes.
What to Avoid
Promotional content immediately raises red flags in this community, as evident from broader Reddit marketing guides that note companies fail when "writing like advertisers" on the platform. Avoid spoiler-heavy posts during new episode windows without proper warnings, as the community values shared viewing experiences. Content that dismisses the hosts' dynamic or shows disrespect toward the trio's legacy—particularly comparisons that favor the Amazon era over Top Gear or vice versa without nuance—often gets down
About r/thegrandtour
r/thegrandtour was created on May 11, 2016, making it 10 years and 1 month old and one of the older subreddits on Reddit. With 635,809 members, this is a mid-size community that has built a substantial following and typically sees consistent daily activity.
r/thegrandtour is steadily growing, with 2,353 new members in the last 30 days.
r/thegrandtour Engagement Analysis
r/thegrandtour shows very high engagement relative to its size, with an average of 1075.9 upvotes per post across its 635,809 members. The community is primarily content-consumption focused, with a comment-to-upvote ratio of 0.05. To reach the Hot section of r/thegrandtour, posts typically need at least 2 upvotes, reflecting the community's activity level.
Posts on r/thegrandtour receive an average of 56.6 comments, indicating a community that primarily engages through upvoting content. Posts tend to be appreciated more through voting than through discussion in the comments.
r/thegrandtour Posting Patterns Analysis
Based on an analysis of 30 top posts from the past week, Thursday is the most active day with 6 posts reaching the top, while Monday sees the least activity with 2 posts. Activity is fairly evenly distributed between weekdays and weekends.
The peak posting hours are around 9pm UTC (4 posts), 7pm UTC (3 posts), and 2pm UTC (3 posts). The quietest hours are 10pm UTC, 11pm UTC, and 12am UTC, with only 1-1 posts each reaching the top during these times.
Weekly breakdown: Monday (2), Tuesday (4), Wednesday (6), Thursday (6), Friday (3), Saturday (4), Sunday (5) posts reaching the top.
r/thegrandtour Growth Analysis
r/thegrandtour currently has 635,809 subscribers. Over the past 30 days, the community has grown by 2,353 members (0.37%), averaging 78 new subscribers per day. This growth rate places r/thegrandtour in the top 11% of all tracked subreddits.
Over the past 90 days, r/thegrandtour has gained 5,916 subscribers (0.94%). Since tracking began 664 days ago, the community has added 200,121 total subscribers.
r/thegrandtour Milestones
- Reached 500K subscribers Dec 2024
- Fastest growth period: +22,521 subscribers Mar 2025
r/thegrandtour Growth Trend
r/thegrandtour is steadily growing, with 2,353 new members in the last 30 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many subscribers does r/thegrandtour have?
r/thegrandtour has 635,809 subscribers as of July 2026.
What is the best time to post on r/thegrandtour?
The best time to post on r/thegrandtour is Thursdays 9pm-11pm UTC, based on analysis of top-performing posts from the past week.
Is r/thegrandtour growing?
r/thegrandtour is steadily growing, with 2,353 new members in the last 30 days.
When was r/thegrandtour created?
r/thegrandtour was created on May 11, 2016, making it 10 years old.
How many upvotes do you need to reach Hot on r/thegrandtour?
Posts on r/thegrandtour typically need at least 2 upvotes to reach the Hot section.
r/thegrandtour Key Statistics Summary
r/thegrandtour is a Reddit community with 635,809 subscribers. The community describes itself as: "This is a subreddit about "The Grand Tour", Amazon's car show hosted by former BBC Top Gear presenters: Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May." The best time to post on r/thegrandtour is Thursdays 9pm-11pm UTC. Posts receive an average of 1075.9 upvotes and 56.6 comments. The minimum upvotes needed to reach the Hot section is approximately 2. The subreddit is adding approximately 78 new members each day. Founded 10 years ago, r/thegrandtour is tracked and analyzed by RedditList as part of its comprehensive database of over 106,361 subreddits.
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