Who might replace Matt LeBlanc on Top Gear?

Some say he rescued Top Gear after the departure of its previous presenters.

But Matt LeBlanc is now leaving the BBC's hit motoring show to spend more time with his friends and family.

Viewers are split on whether it's a good or bad thing for the series - which we'll get to in a sec.

But first - who might fill the Blanc space?

  • James Martin, former Saturday Kitchen presenter

James is a car fanatic who has expressed interest in the job before, and would have room for a new TV gig, having stepped down from Saturday Kitchen in 2016.

  • Guy Martin, motorbike racer and TV presenter

Guy turned down a personal invitation from Chris Evans to co-host the show last time around, but that hasn't stopped bookies from making him one of the favourites to join the show now.

  • Jenson Button, racing driver

As a former Formula One world champion, he certainly has experience and credibility on his side - and, like Matt LeBlanc, is internationally recognisable, which would help attract foreign viewers.

  • Jodie Kidd, race car driver and TV presenter

Jodie has appeared on Top Gear as a guest on several occasions. With impeccable TV and driving credentials, now could be the perfect time to take the reins.

  • Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon, stars of The Trip

Both Steve and Rob are petrolheads and have star power outside of the car world.

  • Rebecca Jackson, presenter and motoring journalist

Rebecca has experience presenting motoring shows like Fifth Gear and has done reviews for Telegraph Cars and What Car.

  • Dermot O'Leary, general national treasure

The X Factor host is one of British TV's biggest names, and has a relationship with the BBC in the shape of his Radio 2 programme and his recent TV coverage of the royal wedding.

  • Philip Glenister, Life On Mars actor

Philip was reportedly in "advanced talks" to join Top Gear in 2015, although he didn't make it to the final line-up.

  • Suzi Perry, sport and motoring presenter

Suzi has already hosted the BBC's Formula One coverage - so this could now be her chance to get into the driving seat herself.