MOTORTREND HD
United States
MOTORTREND HD focuses on automotive programming across the United States, with an emphasis on vehicle restoration, modification, and motorsports coverage. The channel’s content typically includes documentary-style series that follow mechanics and fabricators as they rebuild classic cars or tackle custom builds, alongside coverage of racing events and automotive competitions. Episodes often highlight the technical aspects of engineering and design, from engine overhauls to bodywork, without relying on dramatized conflict. Some programs examine the history of specific car models or manufacturers, while others feature road tests and comparisons of production vehicles. The channel also airs coverage of off-road events and motorcycle-related content, maintaining a consistent focus on mechanical craftsmanship and performance.
Viewers can access the channel through cable and satellite providers in the United States, with some content available on-demand through affiliated streaming services. The programming schedule is organized around themed blocks, such as restoration projects on weekday evenings and racing coverage on weekends. MOTORTREND HD does not carry general entertainment or news programming, keeping its lineup strictly within the automotive and motorsport categories. The channel’s HD format ensures that footage of vehicle details and track action is presented with clear visual definition. TV guide listings for the channel are updated regularly by providers to
Schedule
00:00 - 01:00
Bitchin' Rides
Updating a Classic
Series, Reality, Auto
A car from Kindig's past arrives back in the shop for an engine upgrade; Dave and Kevin make a trip to Detroit to see the latest technology at Lingenfelter engine builders.
01:00 - 02:00
Bitchin' Rides
Back Again..
Series, Reality, Auto
A Karmann Ghia aficionado wants some very specific upgrades for his new purchase. Custom trim, wheels, lowered stance, new paint and new upholstery are some of the items that will give this car a new lease on life.
02:00 - 03:00
Bitchin' Rides
The Do-It-Yourself Nova
Series, Reality, Auto
The pieces that have arrived at the shop are allegedly for a Nova, but the only thing recognizable is the body; the challenge will be to piece the car back together and get the body ready, so the client can paint it himself.
03:00 - 04:00
Bitchin' Rides
Stop and Go
Series, Reality, Auto
A client wants his '48 GMC to be Dave's baddest build ever, but when he throws Dave a curveball, it threatens the entire project. Celebrating 20 years in business, Kindig-It hosts a custom car show featuring a slew of past builds.
04:00 - 05:00
Bitchin' Rides
How Hard Can a Hardtop Be?
Series, Reality, Auto
A 1971 Chevy Nova with tremendous pedigree arrives at the shop to get classic Kindig-It styling cues; Dave wants to make this car into a hardtop; tucked-in bumpers, front valance and a new engine provide a good test for the crew.
05:00 - 06:00
Bitchin' Rides
The Gentleman's Hot Rod
Series, Reality, Auto
Will makes miracles happen, and Dave decides to make a wholesale change to the car's color; challenges mount at each stage of the build, and the upholstery shop changes up their routine as the client arrives for a reveal years in the making.
06:00 - 07:00
Bitchin' Rides
Stop and Go
Series, Reality, Auto
A client wants his '48 GMC to be Dave's baddest build ever, but when he throws Dave a curveball, it threatens the entire project. Celebrating 20 years in business, Kindig-It hosts a custom car show featuring a slew of past builds.
07:00 - 08:00
Bitchin' Rides
How Hard Can a Hardtop Be?
Series, Reality, Auto
A 1971 Chevy Nova with tremendous pedigree arrives at the shop to get classic Kindig-It styling cues; Dave wants to make this car into a hardtop; tucked-in bumpers, front valance and a new engine provide a good test for the crew.
08:00 - 09:00
Bitchin' Rides
The Gentleman's Hot Rod
Series, Reality, Auto
Will makes miracles happen, and Dave decides to make a wholesale change to the car's color; challenges mount at each stage of the build, and the upholstery shop changes up their routine as the client arrives for a reveal years in the making.
09:00 - 10:00
Bitchin' Rides
The Do-It-Yourself Nova
Series, Reality, Auto
The pieces that have arrived at the shop are allegedly for a Nova, but the only thing recognizable is the body; the challenge will be to piece the car back together and get the body ready, so the client can paint it himself.
10:00 - 11:00
Bitchin' Rides
Updating a Classic
Series, Reality, Auto
A car from Kindig's past arrives back in the shop for an engine upgrade; Dave and Kevin make a trip to Detroit to see the latest technology at Lingenfelter engine builders.
11:00 - 12:00
Bitchin' Rides
Back Again..
Series, Reality, Auto
A Karmann Ghia aficionado wants some very specific upgrades for his new purchase. Custom trim, wheels, lowered stance, new paint and new upholstery are some of the items that will give this car a new lease on life.
12:00 - 13:00
Wheeler Dealers
Caterham 7
Series, Auto, Reality, How-to
Mike sneaks a Caterham Seven into the workshop to surprise Elvis; Elvis can't contain his excitement at the prospect of producing the ultimate Seven fit for modern-day motoring.
13:00 - 14:00
Wheeler Dealers
Peugeot 405
Series, Auto, Reality, How-to
Mike's found a rare, 33-year-old Peugeot 405 while in Portugal; however, finding parts for a three decade old car isn't going to be easy; Mike and Elvis do their best to turn a profit.
14:00 - 15:00
Roadkill
Road Tripping in the 700-hp Hemi Gremmie!
Series, Reality, Auto
The street freak 1975 AMC has had failures, but now the Hemi-powered Gremlin finally completes a road trip; Freiburger and Finnegan drive from Detroit to St. Louis and finally give the Hemi Gremmie the trip it deserves.
15:00 - 16:00
Roadkill
Pro Street Road Trip!
Series, Reality, Auto
Freiburger and Finnegan take a big-block 1980 Dodge Mirada on a road trip to the site of the Street Machine Nationals in Du Quoin, Ill.
16:00 - 17:00
Overhaulin'
Off-Road Masterpiece
Series, Reality, How-to, Auto
A woman from a family of Jeep lovers bought a Wrangler of her own on a whim, and it showed up looking a little worse for wear; her dad puts in a call to Chip and the guys, hoping to make his daughter's Jeep a backwoods beast.
17:00 - 18:00
Overhaulin'
Olderhaulin'
Series, Reality, How-to, Auto
A military vet and Mustang devotee finally splurged to buy himself a Shelby, though the previous owners' sketchy upgrades made this pony look more like a mule; his wife wants him to have a Shelby worthy of the highest honors.
18:00 - 19:00
Overhaulin'
Daily Raptor
Series, Reality, How-to, Auto
A small business owner with a passion for off-road Fords has a daily driver with over 150,000 miles; his best friend asks the team to reinvent his 2013 Raptor.
19:00 - 20:00
Overhaulin'
Shaq's Classic
Series, Reality, How-to, Auto
Shaquille O'Neal's heart is always in helping out the little guy and making those around him happy; his friend Anthony Chicago Hall wants to give back to a man who gives so much by fixing up Shaq's rust bucket '64 Impala.
20:00 - 21:00
Hot Rod Garage
Lease Money Well Spent
Series, Auto
We may have lost the shop, but we're putting that lease money to good use with an all-new '72 Nova project. This one has two goals: be fast at the track and be civil on the streets.
21:00 - 22:00
Hot Rod Garage
This Galaxie Howls!
Series, Auto
Since we last saw Lucky's surprise Galaxie, it has burned way more oil than rubber. This time, the tired 260ci V-8 gets the boot in favor of a fresh 5.0 Coyote motor, bringing it one step closer to proper super-wagon status.
22:00 - 23:00
Hot Rod Garage
Lease Money
Series, Auto
Our race-focused, street-legal Nova gets all the bugs worked out to let us test its suspension; with a big cam with a matched converter to send the power, our foundation is getting set for big horsepower numbers and low street-car ETs.
23:00 - 00:00
Hot Rod Garage
Someone Else's Project
Series, Auto
Lead sleds are universally cool and buying someone else's project can be surprising; join Alex and Lucky as they uncover quirks and shortcuts the previous owner took, in their quest to revive one of the coolest styles.