The Ultimate Motorsports Content Binge Is Coming to MAVTV on Friday Nights
New programming block Friday Night Drive-In Presented by General Tire brings compelling racing documentaries with iconic motorsports and auto-centric films to give fans a wide range of automotive entertainment. Programming begins April 7, 2023 at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
INDIANAPOLIS (April 7, 2023) ‐ MAVTV Motorsports Network - the only television network in the U.S. dedicated exclusively to motorsports - adds a binge-worthy lineup of weekly programming featuring some of the best racing documentaries and films. Every Friday night, motorsports fans can enjoy off-script, gripping real stories of drivers and a curated collection of memorable films about car culture, motorcycles and racing. Friday Night Drive-In Presented by General Tire will air on Fridays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on MAVTV Motorsports Network.
"At MAVTV, we are always looking for new ways to engage our audience and provide them with the best in motorsports programming," said CJ Olivares, Interim President of MAVTV. "Our Friday Night Drive-In offers an exciting and unique way for viewers to experience the thrill of motorsports. From classic racing films to behind-the-scenes documentaries, our Fright night lineup will be a must-see for any motorsports enthusiast. We are excited to share these films with our audience and give them more reasons to call us their home!"
Cars and motorcycles, racing and wrecking have long been the subject of both scripted films and documentaries, significantly influencing American culture. Motorsports history is filled with compelling and emotional stories about drivers, riders, teams and events, and MAVTV is compiling the best of these documentaries and films into its Friday Night Drive-In block, all in one place at the same time each week for fans to enjoy.
"Every day, General Tire delivers for those who demand more from their tires. We're pleased to also deliver quality motorsports content to the MAVTV viewers on the Friday Night Drive-In," said Travis Roffler, Director of Marketing at General Tire.
Friday Night Drive-In premieres April 7 at 8 p.m. ET/PT with Blink of an Eye, a documentary film that chronicles Michael Waltrip's experience and career as a NASCAR driver, including his friendship with Dale Earnhardt and the events leading up to Earnhardt's tragic death.
For more information or to schedule an executive interview with MAVTV, please contact mavtv@godriven360.com or call 310-374-6177.
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