Quentin Willson, former Top Gear presenter and consumer champion, dies at 68

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Former Top Gear presenter Quentin Willson has died at age 68 following a short illness. Willson hosted Top Gear from 1991 to 2001 and later presented Fifth Gear. He was also a campaigner for lower fuel duty and an advocate for electric vehicles. His family described him as a "true national treasure" and "true consumer champion," noting his early support for electric cars and recent work to make them affordable.


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