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MAVTV Select now available on Amazon Freevee

MAVTV has announced a significant expansion of its global and FAST [free ad-supported] Channel presence, marking a milestone in the network’s rapid expansion plans following its relaunch last year. MAVTV Select is now available on Amazon Freevee in …

“Launching MAVTV on Amazon Freevee and an all-new MAVTV Brasil builds upon the immense FAST Channel momentum started last year — with more than 300 million devices now added,” said MAVTV President CJ Olivares. “We’re thrilled to connect with and showcase Brazil’s rich racing culture, combining Portuguese language and original MAVTV programming. This move is another step in our broader international expansion plans which include a coming Spanish-language channel that will span Latin America and Europe. As we charge into 2024, the evolution of the MAVTV brand is ramping up on multiple fronts.”

Amazon Freevee is a streaming video service with thousands of premium movies and TV shows, including originals and free ad-supported (FAST) channels, available anytime, for free. All FAST channels available on Freevee can be accessed through the Freevee app, as well as within Fire TV and Prime Video.

GAA Classic Cars Auction airs live this week on MAVTV

MAVTV will carry the live broadcast of the celebrated GAA Classic Cars Auction Feb. 23-24 from Greensboro, North Carolina. This is the first live auto auction coverage by MAVTV as the network expands its automotive programming. “For the past several …

“For the past several months, our team has been working very hard to bring new programming to MAVTV and I am thrilled that our viewers will get to watch collectors in live bidding wars for some amazing classic cars,” said MAVTV President CJ Olivares. “This live coverage is a milestone for our network because it not only marks our first-ever live auto auction, it also reinforces our efforts to keep expanding our lineup and bring more exciting live automotive content to our viewers.”

The GAA Classic Cars auction is renowned in the car enthusiast world, featuring an impressive lineup of nearly 750 classic, muscle and collector vehicles displayed in the “The Automotive Palace” – a six-acre enclosed, climate-controlled space with seating for more than 500 guests. The world-class facility attracts bidders and collectors from all across the country. Highlights of the auction include a 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Resto Mod, a 2006 Ford GT Heritage with extremely low mileage, and the late Jimmy Buffett’s 1963 Ford Falcon Sprint, accompanied by a signed guitar. The event also boasts a significant collection of American muscle cars, including rare Mustangs and meticulously restored Chevrolets.

“We are delighted to partner with MAVTV for the live broadcast of our GAA Classic Cars Auction,” said Greensboro Auto Auction owner Dean Green. “Every car has a story, and through television, we are able to share these stories with car lovers nationwide. MAVTV opens the door for new audiences – enthusiasts and those just starting to explore the world of classic cars – to experience a GAA auction for the first time. There isn’t a better opportunity to see some of the most exceptional vintage car collections, snapshots of automotive history.”

MAVTV launching documentary on NHRA ace Antron Brown

MAVTV premieres the new episode of the original docuseries “THE LIFE,” on Thursday, Feb. 1, that shines the spotlight on Antron Brown, a three-time NHRA Top Fuel world champion. “It’s an incredible experience to share my story with the MAVTV …

MAVTV premieres the new episode of the original docuseries “THE LIFE,” on Thursday, Feb. 1, that shines the spotlight on Antron Brown, a three-time NHRA Top Fuel world champion.

“It’s an incredible experience to share my story with the MAVTV audience. From my early days in racing, through the blood, sweat and tears that went into building AB Motorsports, and touching those milestone moments — it’s been a real journey. I hope I can light a fire in everyone watching to show them that no dream is too far and no challenge too big, as long as you’ve got the drive to chase it down,” Brown said.

In “THE LIFE: Antron Brown,” fans will follow Brown through several weeks in his life, exploring both the personal journey and his professional experiences as a premier driver.

“‘THE LIFE’ immerses viewers into what it’s like to be an elite motorsports athlete, from glimpses into their daily routines and personal moments to the thrill behind the wheel,” said MAVTV President CJ Olivares. “We are proud to feature Antron, a fierce competitor and dynamically optimistic force in motorsports. His incredible journey and achievements in racing have provide him with a unique opportunity to mentor and inspire both fans and aspiring athletes alike. This series is our way of connecting our audience with the contemporary icons of the sport and bringing their compelling stories directly to our viewers.”

Brown has had a remarkable motorsports career with 74 career event titles (58 in Top Fuel, 16 in Pro Stock Motorcycle), a record of 26 consecutive top 10 finishes and three world championships. He formed his own team, AB Motorsports, which made an impressive NHRA debut in 2022, finishing ranked No. 2 in the standings during its rookie season. He has made history multiple times, including becoming the first African American to win a major U.S. auto racing championship.

“THE LIFE: Antron Brown” premieres only on MAVTV on Thursday, Feb. 1 at 8pm ET/PT.

MAVTV details King of the Hammers schedule

2024 King of the Motos, Southern California’s most prestigious Extreme Enduro race and first stop on the U.S. Hard Enduro Tour, returns to King of the Hammers and will air next-day highlights on MATV Sunday, Jan. 21 and Monday, Jan. 22 at 12 p.m. …

King of the Motos – Race 1: Sunday, Jan. 21 at 12 p.m. ET/PT with an encore at 7 p.m. ET
King of the Motos – Race 2 (Final): Monday, Jan. 22 at 12 p.m. ET/PT with an encore at 7 p.m. ET

The 2024 King of the Hammers 1-hour highlight show will premiere on MAVTV Sunday, Jan. 28 at 12 p.m. ET/PT with encore presentations at 7 p.m. ET. Daily next day highlight coverage runs through Sunday, Feb. 4. Coverage schedule below:

King of the Hammers – Day 1 | Desert Challenge Part 1: Sunday, Jan. 28 at 12 p.m. ET/PT with an encore at 7 p.m. ET
King of the Hammers – Day 2 | Desert Challenge Part 2 and KOH Kids: Monday, Jan. 29 at 12 p.m. ET/PT with an encore at 7 p.m. ET
King of the Hammers – Day 3 | Rock Course, Can-Am UTV Hammers and KOH Kids: Tuesday, Jan. 30 at 12 p.m. ET/PT with an encore at 7 p.m. ET
King of the Hammers – Day 4 | Every Man Challenge Qualifying: Wednesday, Jan. 31 at 12 p.m. ET/PT with an encore at 7 p.m. ET
King of the Hammers – Day 5 | Nitto Race of Kings and Can-Am UTV Hammers: Thursday, Feb. 1 at 12 p.m. ET/PT with an encore at 7 p.m. ET
King of the Hammers – Day 6 | Can- Am UTV Hammers Championship: Friday, Feb. 2 at 12 p.m. ET/PT with an encore at 7 p.m. ET
King of the Hammers – Day 7 | Every Man Challenge Race: Saturday, Feb. 3 at 12 p.m. ET/PT with an encore at 7 p.m. ET
King of the Hammers – Day 8 | Nitto Race of Kings Race and Overland Experience: Sunday, Feb. 4 at 12 p.m. ET/PT with an encore at 7 p.m. ET

King of the Hammers to air on MAVTV

King of the Hammers, one of off-road racing’s signature events, is coming to MAVTV. Daily highlights will start this Sunday, Jan. 21 starting at 12pm ET with daily encore airings at 3pm and 7pm ET/PT. “The King of the Hammers represents the toughest …

“The King of the Hammers represents the toughest week of high-speed desert racing and ultra-technical rock crawling in the country, and we’re excited to deliver vibrant highlights to our millions of broadcast viewers across the country,” said MAVTV President CJ Olivares. “With thrilling visuals of every angle of competition, viewers will experience the raw intensity and competitive spirit that makes King of the Hammers one of the most legendary events in the off-road world.”

The King of the Hammers, held in the challenging terrain of Johnson Valley, Calif., has rapidly evolved from a modest race of 12 teams competing for bragging rights and a case of beer, to a grand spectacle featuring more than 530 teams. This event now draws the attention of more than 80,000 fans on-site and millions of viewers around the globe.

“We’re very excited to partner once again with our friends at MAVTV as they highlight the best from King of the Hammers. It allows us to showcase the extreme challenges, mechanical prowess, and incredible skill of our competitors to millions more people around the globe,” said Mike Jams, King of the Hammers CEO. “This collaboration is about making one of the world’s premier off-road motorsports events more accessible than ever, allowing us to connect with enthusiasts and grow the passion and culture of the community that makes King of the Hammers so exceptional.”

This year’s highlight coverage will recap the best moments from each day of the event, including the performance of Raul Gomez, winner of the last two King of the Hammers Nitto Race of Kings as he competes to join Shannon Campbell as the only three-time Race of Kings winner.

MAVTV focuses on women in motorsports with ‘In the Machine’ docuseries

MAVTV is set to launch “In the Machine,” a three-part original docuseries that marks the network’s first dedicated program that focuses on the increasing presence and impact of women in motorsports. “In the Machine” follows the story of Ashley …

“In the Machine” follows the story of Ashley Freiberg as she balances the roles of Porsche GT3 champion racer, factory driving instructor, part-time real estate agent and newlywed, all while chasing her dreams of a championship with the MDK team. This series sheds light on the challenges and triumphs faced by women in the motorsport industry. “In the Machine” is produced by Impakt Partners, a women’s sports production and marketing company with the mission to tell important stories about women in sports and accelerate positive social change. The show premieres Thursday, Jan. 11 at 8pm ET and PT. Watch the trailer below.

In tandem with the launch of “In the Machine: Ashley Freiberg,” MAVTV also will present episode highlights from the recent Women with Drive III – Driven by Mobil 1 Summit. Partnering with Women in Motorsports North America, these episodes, produced with the support of Gainbridge, will showcase the influential discussions, interviews, and insights from over 450 attendees at the summit. The three 30-minute episodes are set to air on consecutive Thursdays — Jan. 11, Jan. 18 and Jan. 25 at 8:30pm ET/PT.

“MAVTV is committed to bringing to the forefront the stories of incredible women like Ashley Freiberg, who are breaking barriers in motorsports,” said MAVTV President CJ Olivares. “’In the Machine’ and our coverage of the Women with Drive Summit are just the beginning of our journey to tell these extraordinary women’s stories. We look forward to sharing more such content, especially during Women’s History Month in March.”

“In the Machine” embodies MAVTV and Impakt Partners’ commitment to telling diverse and empowering motorsports stories. Along with the Women with Drive Summit highlights, this series cements MAVTV’s role as a leader in sharing these inspiring narratives worldwide. Don’t miss the January premiere of “In the Machine” and the Summit highlights, and more content on remarkable women in motorsports, especially during Women’s History Month. The second episode of “In the Machine” premieres Jan. 18 at 8 pm ET/PT with a season finale on Jan. 25 at the same time.

MAVTV secures broadcast rights for Dakar Rally

The world’s biggest rally raid is coming to MAVTV for the first time in 2024 under a new deal that gives the network same-day broadcast rights to the Dakar Rally through 2026. MAVTV will deliver one-hour daily highlight shows from Dakar from Jan. 5 …

The world’s biggest rally raid is coming to MAVTV for the first time in 2024 under a new deal that gives the network same-day broadcast rights to the Dakar Rally through 2026.

MAVTV will deliver one-hour daily highlight shows from Dakar from Jan. 5 through the finish on Jan. 19, airing at noon ET and PT with an encore at 7pm ET/PT.

The 46th edition of Dakar, the fifth to be based in Saudi Arabia, will be a 7,891km/4903-mile trek on roads, tracks and dunes, including 4,727km/2937 miles of specials.

“We took it upon ourselves to make the fifth edition of Saudi Arabia the toughest one since the race came to the Middle East,” said rally director David Castera when unveiling the details of the marathon event, which will start in AlUla on Jan. 5 and finish in Yanbu, on the shores of the Red Sea. Among new challenges facing the competitors this year is a new paradigm for exploring the Empty Quarter desert: a “48h chrono” held over two days in which the competitors, scattered among eight bivouacs, will be basically left to their own devices.

MAVTV ‘On the Rise’ docuseries charts young racers’ progress up the ranks

MAVTV is set to launch more episodes this week to its original documentary series “On the Rise” that delves into the personal journeys of promising young racers across the two-wheel and four-wheel motorsports worlds. Each episode follows a different …

“The future of motorsports is bright, and we’re proud to be giving fans an exclusive and in-depth look into the lives, raw talent, challenges and triumphs of some of the most promising young racers – whether it’s in NASCAR’s ARCA series to Supercross and everything in between,” said MAVTV President CJ Olivares. “The next episodes are as compelling as ever, touching stock cars, dirt bikes and open-wheel. ‘On the Rise’ further reflects MAVTV’s larger strategic shift toward deeper storytelling and forging a stronger connection between motorsports fans and some of the top athletes and teams outside of just racing on the weekends.”

Following episodes devoted to Gavan Boschele, one of the youngest drivers within Team Chevy’s driver development program, and Jaxon Bell, who is following in the footsteps of his father, former IndyCar driver Townsend Bell, the following episodes will premiere on Thursday, Nov. 16:

William Sawalich, 10pm ET
A first-generation racer from Eden Prairie, Minn., Sawalich has quickly made a name for himself, aiming to become the first person from Minnesota to win NASCAR’s Truck, Xfinity and Cup series. His breakout season in 2022 and continued success across different series and teams showcase his determination and skill. William currently races for Joe Gibbs Racing in the ARCA Menards Series, Tricon Garage in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, Setzer Racing and Development in the Late Model Stock division and Wilson Motorsports in the Super Late Model division.

Julien Beaumer, 10:30pm ET
At just 16 years old, Beaumer has been making significant strides in the amateur ranks of motocross racing. His diverse experience across various bike brands and his refreshing no-nonsense style of racing mark him as one of the hottest prospects in Supercross and Motocross, where he currently represents Red Bull KTM in both series.

The first two episodes of “On the Rise” followed 14-year-old multifaceted driver Ben Maier, competing in various racing disciplines from road racing to off-road tracks, and 15-year-old karting driver Dane Idelson, who has begun the journey to open-wheel racing and is training to achieve his dream of becoming Formula 1 world champion.

All six episodes of the series will re-air during a special “On the Rise” marathon airing exclusively on MAVTV on Thanksgiving Day.

Tune in to “On the Rise” exclusively on MAVTV to witness the compelling journeys of these young talents as they carve their paths in the highly competitive world of motorsports.