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Mobil 1 The Grid

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Mobil 1 The Grid
GenreMotorsport
Narrated byEddy Temple-Morris
Charlie Brougham
John Hindhaugh
Country of originUnited Kingdom
Original languageBritish English
No. of seasons5[needs update]
No. of episodes194[needs update]
Production
Executive producerIan Sollors
ProducerChris Luke
Running time25 min. (approx.)
Production companySunset + Vine
Original release
NetworkChannel 4 (UK)
ABS-CBN Sports and Action, Solar Sports (Philippines)
ReleaseMarch 2009

Mobil 1 The Grid is a motorsport magazine show, which airs on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom on Saturday mornings (the first six episodes were shown on Friday nights), and is also shown on CNBC Europe. It is also broadcast on CBS Sports Network in North America, and Fox Sports 3 in Latin America. The show is narrated by Eddy Temple-Morris and Charlie Brougham, and supported by lubricant Mobil 1. It is produced by Sunset + Vine. The show first aired in March 2009, and there were 26 weekly shows during the first year. In 2013, this increased to 30 episodes supported, by a new website which hosts exclusive online features.

Features

One of the show's main features is 'The Grid', which shows highlights from recent world motorsports action; including NASCAR, British Touring Car Championship (BTCC), and IndyCar, with commentary from John Hindhaugh. 'Venue' looks at some well-known racing circuits. 'Inside Track' gives an insight into teams and championships, while 'Test Track' joins teams in their preparations. The show also takes an in-depth look at some of the leading drivers from around the world. 'The Tribe' takes a look at some lesser known motorsports action. 'Under The Hood' looks up-close at racing cars, and 'Crew Cut' showcases individual team members.

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