Jeremy Clarkson kicks back with close friend Phillipa Sage in St Tropez

He is set to join Richard Hammond and James May on a new online motoring show with Amazon. But before filming for his latest venture kicks off, Jeremy Clarkson was recently seen enjoying some downtime with close companion Phillipa Sage in St Tropez. Scroll down for video Chilled vibes: Jeremy Clarkson was recently seen enjoying some downtime with close companion Phillipa Sage in St Tropez Clearly in holiday-mode, the British star dressed down in chino shorts, which was teamed with a pale plaid shirt and blue suede loafers. Low-key outing: The former Top Gear presenter, 55, seemed to be in great and relaxed spirits as he made his way along the scenic rural streets Keeping his cool: Clearly in holiday-mode, the British star dressed down in chino shorts, which was teamed with a pale plaid shirt and blue suede loafers Fine display: His friend cut a simple, yet, perfectly cool look in tiny denim shorts and a white shirt that was styled further with a pair of blue Converse trainers Jeremy touched down in St Tropez earlier this month and appeared to be relishing a relaxing break before he returns to his world of filming and fast cars. Downtime: Jeremy touched down in St Tropez earlier this month and appeared to be relishing a relaxing break before he returns to his world of filming and fast cars Along with Richard and James, the TV presenter has signed a lucrative contract with Amazon to present the new series - which will hit screens next year with filming set to star in autumn.