I was under the impression that TG was a significant contributor to revenue, not a drain.
So was I. Look at merchandise, Top Gear live etc. It sells big.
Hmm well I never thought of that. Which is stupid as I have a stig head

How does the funding input into the show and its business franchise sales marry off then?
Is the show self sufficient? I assume that the salary still comes from aunt beeb?
Other than that, it still annoys me for other reasons too. Still watch it though :/