Ignition

Ignition is SA’s first and only television channel dedicated entirely to all things motoring. Broadcasting 24/7 on DStv channel 189, Ignition is not just for people who love cars — it’s for people who live them. From car reviews to motorsport, bikes and trucks, if it has wheels, we cover it.

We’re proudly South African with more than 25% of our content sourced locally. In-house productions include Ignition GT, Buyer’s Guide, Petrolheads, Tuned in SA, Celeb Rides and Kasi Car Culture, while 4x4ing, biking and restoration shows offer expert advice from external producers. International documentaries explore the great motoring marques of yesteryear and tomorrow, while our weekly auto shows from abroad keep viewers up to speed with global motoring news. In addition, a host of entertainment and reality shows with a motoring angle ensures that even non-petrol heads can enjoy Ignition.

Available on both the Premium and Compact DStv bouquets, Ignition broadcasts across Southern Africa, reaching nine African countries. Twenty hours of fresh content per week premiere on a Saturday, with repeats throughout the week. Weekday prime time is from 6pm to 11pm.