Ignition

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  • 2017
  • 15 Seasons
  • 6.8  (37)

Ignition is a show on YouTube featuring Randy Pobst and Carlos Lago that aired around 2012. The show revolves around car reviews and tests, and is geared towards car enthusiasts who are looking for an in-depth analysis of cars of various makes and models. Randy Pobst is a renowned race car driver, while Carlos Lago is a car enthusiast who has worked with Motor Trend and has a background in automotive journalism.

The show is fairly simple in its format, with each episode focusing on one particular car or set of cars. The hosts will begin the episode by discussing the car’s specs, features, and notable aspects, such as horsepower, torque, and speed. The hosts will then take the car out for a test drive, offering their thoughts and opinions on the car’s handling, steering, and overall performance.

Throughout the episode, the hosts will use various techniques to convey their thoughts and opinions as they explore the cars in question. For instance, they might conduct a drag race to test acceleration and speed, or they might take the car to a track to see how it performs at high speeds and on sharp turns. They also explore the design and features of each car, going over the interior and exterior and discussing things like seating, entertainment systems, and other features that drivers might find useful.

One of the unique aspects of Ignition is the hosts’ chemistry. Randy Pobst and Carlos Lago have a great rapport and are able to bounce ideas off each other and offer contrasting viewpoints on the cars they test. They also have a great sense of humor, often cracking jokes and making witty observations about each car they drive.

Despite their relaxed approach, the hosts take their testing quite seriously, providing insight and analysis that is valuable to anyone who is considering purchasing one of the vehicles they feature. They are not afraid to be critical, pointing out flaws and shortcomings in the cars they test and providing suggestions for improvements.

Another aspect of the show that sets it apart is the level of detail provided. The hosts go deep into the mechanics of each car, discussing everything from the engine to the brakes, suspension, and transmission. They are also able to explain complex concepts in a way that is easy to understand for non-experts, providing viewers with a greater understanding of each car’s inner workings.

Overall, Ignition is a well-produced and informative show that is perfect for car enthusiasts. With its knowledgeable hosts, in-depth testing, and great humor, it provides a great look into the world of automotive testing and provides valuable insights into the cars that many of us are interested in.

Ignition is a series that is currently running and has 15 seasons (376 episodes). The series first aired on March 10, 2017.

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Seasons
Driving the Formula E Racer
10. Driving the Formula E Racer
May 24, 2019
Race car driver Marino Franchitti has raced Ford GTs and classic Maseratis, but until now he's never driven an electric car. He gets behind the wheel of a championship-winning Formula E machine for a world-exclusive track test.
2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
9. 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
March 29, 2024
Jonny and Jethro take a hard look at the most powerful machine in the history of General Motors, the Corvette ZR1. They enlist Randy Pobst to see if the Chevy can beat the best from Lamborghini, McLaren and Porsche on the track.
2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS
8. 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS
July 25, 2018
The crew takes the new Porsche 911 GT2 RS out on some of the narrowest, toughest roads around to see if it breeds confidence or terror, and then Randy Pobst tries to break the lap record at Willow Springs International Raceway.
World's Wildest Race
7. World's Wildest Race
June 27, 2018
Jethro Bovingdon competes for Mercedes-AMG in its new GT4 on the infamous Nurgburgring. The world's most grueling, exciting and crazy endurance race has become a gritty, old-school alternative to Le Mans.
2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA
6. 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA
May 30, 2018
Summary is not available.
2018 Grand Cherokee Trackhawk
5. 2018 Grand Cherokee Trackhawk
May 2, 2018
Summary is not available.
2018 Lamborghini Huracan
4. 2018 Lamborghini Huracan
April 4, 2018
Jonny tries to convince Jethro that the Huracan Peformante is really as good as Lamborghini says it is. It dusted the Porsche 918 Spyder at the Nurburgring, and Randy Pobst will see if he can duplicate those results at Big Willow.
2018 McLaren 720S
3. 2018 McLaren 720S
March 7, 2018
Jethro Bovingdon sees if McLaren's newest supercar eclipses hybrid hypercars of just a few years ago. After a spin on public roads, he takes it to Willow Springs to see if it can beat the Porsche 918 Spyder's lap record.
Bentley Continental Supersport
2. Bentley Continental Supersport
February 7, 2018
Jonny Lieberman looks at a 700-hp British luxury sledgehammer, the Bentley Continental Supersports. The previous model may be tough act to follow, so Randy Pobst will take the new car out on the track to see how it compares.
2017 Maserati Levante
1. 2017 Maserati Levante
March 29, 2024
Long known for racing glory, the Maserati Trident has never before graced the body of an off-roader. Jonny Lieberman investigates whether the fabled Italian brand can actually build a decent SUV.
2017 Maserati Levante: Are They Serious?
187. 2017 Maserati Levante: Are They Serious?
January 10, 2018
On this episode of Ignition presented by Tire Rack, Jonny Lieberman investigates whether the fabled Italian brand can actually build a decent SUV. Long known for racing glory, the Maserati Trident has never before graced the body of an off-roader.
Bentley Continental Supersports: Did Crewe Save the Best for Last?
188. Bentley Continental Supersports: Did Crewe Save the Best for Last?
February 7, 2018
On this episode of Ignition presented by Tire Rack, Jonny Lieberman takes a look at a 700hp British luxury sledgehammer, the second-generation Bentley Continental Supersports.
2018 McLaren 720S: Faster than a P1 and Porsche 918 Spyder?
189. 2018 McLaren 720S: Faster than a P1 and Porsche 918 Spyder?
March 7, 2018
On this episode of Ignition presented by Tire Rack, we take McLaren's newest supercar and find out if it eclipses the supersophisticated, incredibly expensive hybrid hypercars of just a few years ago.
2018 Lamborghini Huracán Performante: Does It Really Do the Numbers?
190. 2018 Lamborghini Huracán Performante: Does It Really Do the Numbers?
April 4, 2018
On this episode of Ignition presented by Tire Rack, raging bull apostle Jonny Lieberman sets out to convince doubting Jethro Bovingdon that the wind-cheating Huracán Performante really is as good as Lamborghini says it is.
2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. Does the World Need a 707 Horsepower Jeep?
191. 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. Does the World Need a 707 Horsepower Jeep?
May 2, 2018
On this episode of Ignition presented by Tire Rack, hosts Jethro Bovingdon and Jonny Lieberman take a long, strange look at one of the automotive world's biggest oddities: the Hellcat-powered Jeep Trackhawk.
Driving the 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA on an F1 Race Circuit Carved Into a Frozen Lake
192. Driving the 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA on an F1 Race Circuit Carved Into a Frozen Lake
May 30, 2018
The Subaru WRX STI Type RA is a highly specialized U.S.- and Canada-only limited-edition model: lighter, more powerful, and with a unique suspension tune. So, naturally, we took it to Europe on this episode of Ignition presented by Tire Rack.
World's Wildest Race: the 24 Hours Nƒ¼rburgring in a Mercedes-AMG GT4 
193. World's Wildest Race: the 24 Hours Nƒ¼rburgring in a Mercedes-AMG GT4 
June 27, 2018
On this special episode of Ignition presented by Tire Rack, we travel to Germany to compete in the world's most grueling, exciting, and plain crazy endurance race. Host Jethro Bovingdon is racing for Mercedes-AMG in its new GT4 car. Will he discover why this track is often referred to as the 'Green Hell' or can he conquer the track, the traffic, and the weather to score a good result?
Return of the Widowmaker? The Porsche 911 GT2 RS Is More Powerful Than Ever, but Has It Finally Been Tamed
194. Return of the Widowmaker? The Porsche 911 GT2 RS Is More Powerful Than Ever, but Has It Finally Been Tamed
July 25, 2018
The GT2 and GT2 RS have long been the scariest of 911s. The latest model takes a huge leap in power to nearly 700 bhp, but also promises to be more. On this episode of Ignition presented by Tire Rack, we take it to some of the narrowest, toughest roads we know to see if it breeds confidence or terror, and then Randy Pobst tries to break the lap record at Willow Springs International Raceway.
2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: With Awesome Power Comes Awesome Expectations
195. 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: With Awesome Power Comes Awesome Expectations
August 22, 2018
On this episode of Ignition presented by Tire Rack, the boys take a hard look at the most powerful machine in the history of General Motors, the Corvette ZR1.
Driving the All-New Formula E Racer. Can It Convert Gearheads Into EV Evangelists?
196. Driving the All-New Formula E Racer. Can It Convert Gearheads Into EV Evangelists?
September 19, 2018
In a world-exclusive track test, guest presenter Marino Franchitti gets behind the wheel of a championship-winning Formula E machine and the all-new version that debuts later this year. This is his first-ever drive of an electric car. So get ready for a very different episode of Ignition presented by Tire Rack, and welcome to the future.
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Where to Watch Ignition
Ignition is available for streaming on the YouTube website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Ignition on demand at Discovery+ and Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    March 10, 2017
  • IMDB Rating
    6.8  (37)