FUEL TV
FUEL TV is a private action sports OTT network that operates an ad-supported linear FAST channel and a $4.99/month subscription streaming service (FUEL TV+) delivering over 2,000 hours of surf, skate, snow, and motorsports content to global action sports enthusiasts via Roku, Amazon Prime Video, Plex, DIRECT TV, and its own app.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2006
- HeadquartersLos Angeles, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingDigital Commerce or Content
What FUEL TV does
FUEL TV is a private action sports media company operating as a global over-the-top (OTT) network dedicated to surf, skate, snow, ski, mountain bike, wakeboard, and motorsports content. The company serves action sports enthusiasts through two primary products: the FUEL TV linear channel — an ad-supported FAST (free ad-supported streaming TV) offering distributed across Roku Channel (372), Amazon Prime Video, Plex, and DIRECT TV — and FUEL TV+, a premium subscription streaming service priced at $4.99/month that provides commercial-free access to over 2,000 hours of original series, movies, events, and specials. FUEL TV+ was rebranded from Vaporvue in 2026, and the company has progressively extended its free-trial window (from 7 to 30 days) as a top-of-funnel conversion lever. A transactional video-on-demand (TVOD) layer — with rentals at $0.99–$5.99 and purchases at $3.99–$14.99 — provides a third monetization stream.
The underlying technology stack is the Vaporvue streaming infrastructure, now consolidated under the FUEL TV+ brand. Revenue is generated across three streams: recurring subscriptions, transactional VOD, and advertising on the FAST channel. Distribution spans both the proprietary FUEL TV+ direct service and major third-party streaming platforms. The corporate structure is multi-entity: FUEL TV, S.A. is the primary international operating entity, US operations run through subsidiary Opper Sports, Inc., and the FUEL TV trademark is held by FUEL TV Group LLC. Founded in 2006 (per company history and the "20 Years of Action Sports TV" claim), the company is headquartered in Los Angeles, employs 51–100 staff, and is privately held with no disclosed external funding rounds.
FUEL TV firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- FUEL TV
- Legal name
- FUEL TV, S.A.
- Website
- https://fuel.tv
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2006
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- FUEL TV is a private action sports OTT network that operates an ad-supported linear FAST channel and a $4.99/month subscription streaming service (FUEL TV+) delivering over 2,000 hours of surf, skate, snow, and motorsports content to global action sports enthusiasts via Roku, Amazon Prime Video, Plex, DIRECT TV, and its own app.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Where FUEL TV is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Los Angeles
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
FUEL TV business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Digital Commerce or Content
- Cost components
- Operations, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Subscription Streaming (FUEL TV+): Premium subscription service offering commercial-free access to over 2,000 hours of action sports content including series, movies, events, and specials. Includes 24/7 linear channel access. Priced at $4.99/month with 7-day free trial initially, now offering 30-day free trial.
- Transactional Video on Demand: Individual movie and episode rentals and purchases. Rentals range from $0.99 to $5.99 for single titles. Purchases range from $3.99 to $14.99 for individual videos. Viewing rights do not expire for purchased content.
- Ad-Supported Linear Channel: Free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channel available on platforms including Roku, Amazon Prime Video, Plex, and DIRECT TV. Generates advertising revenue from viewer impressions during content playback.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Monthly | FUEL TV+ Premium Membership - Commercial-free streaming access |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Individual Movie Purchase |
| Transaction based/ take rate | Pay-as-you-go | Individual Movie Rental |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels6 records
FUEL TV product offering
Product offeringCore offering
FUEL TV operates a global action sports OTT network offering both a linear channel and a premium subscription streaming service (FUEL TV+). The platform distributes over 2,000 hours of action sports content including original series, movies, live events, and specials covering surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, skiing, mountain biking, wakeboarding, and motorsports.
Product overview
FUEL TV is a streaming platform and linear channel dedicated to action sports content. The company operates two primary products: FUEL TV (the linear broadcast and streaming channel) and FUEL TV+ (the premium subscription streaming service offering commercial-free access to over 2,000 hours of on-demand content). FUEL TV+ replaced the former Vaporvue branding. Content spans multiple action sports categories including surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, skiing, mountain biking, wakeboarding, motorsports, and adventure sports. The platform distributes content through multiple channels including Roku (Channel 372), Amazon Prime Video, DIRECTV, Plex, and its own FUEL TV+ subscription service.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- FUEL TV+ Premium subscription streaming service offering over 2,000 hours of action sports content including series, movies, events and specials. Commercial-free access with full on-demand library and 24/7 linear channel streaming. Priced at $4.99/month with 30-day free trial.
- FUEL TV Linear Channel Linear broadcast and streaming channel featuring action sports programming including surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, skiing, motorsports, and adventure content. Available on multiple platforms including Roku (Channel 372), Amazon Prime Video, DIRECTV, and Plex.
- FUEL TV+ Transactional Video on Demand Individual movie and episode rentals and purchases. Rentals range from $0.99 to $5.99 for single titles with 72-hour viewing period. Purchases range from $3.99 to $14.99 for individual videos with perpetual viewing rights.
Quantifiable outcome
- 2,000+ hours of action sports content available for streaming
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use FUEL TV
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments1 record
Ideal customer profiles1 record
FUEL TV technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
FUEL TV partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators3 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
FUEL TV competitors and assessment
Company assessmentEmerging players
- Surfline: Surfline is the leading subscription surf forecasting and video platform with premium camera networks and original content. It overlaps with FUEL TV on the surfing audience and competes for surf-video viewership.
- UFC Fight Pass: UFC Fight Pass is a niche subscription sports streaming service specializing in MMA and combat sports. It illustrates the playbook FUEL TV follows: building a dedicated paid subscriber base around a narrow sports vertical.
- X Games (X Games Aspen): X Games is the premier action sports event brand with associated content and streaming. As a sibling brand in the action sports category, it competes for viewer mindshare in skateboarding, snowboarding, and Moto X.
Direct peers
- FloSports: FloSports is a subscription OTT platform streaming niche sports (motorsports, wrestling, cycling, skating). It shares FUEL TV's model of building dedicated paid audiences around under-served sports properties.
- Red Bull TV: Red Bull TV is a free, ad-supported streaming service dedicated to extreme and action sports. It competes most directly with FUEL TV in motocross, skateboarding, snowboarding, and surfing content verticals.
- Outside TV: Outside TV is a streaming and linear channel focused on outdoor adventure sports including skiing, climbing, surfing, and mountain biking. It is highly comparable as a niche OTT destination with an ad-supported plus paid model.
- Stadium (sports streaming network): Stadium is a free, ad-supported sports streaming network with college and niche sports coverage distributed across Roku, Amazon, and others. It is highly comparable as a FAST channel sports service with no subscription paywall.
Broad incumbents
- DAZN: DAZN is a global sports streaming platform with significant combat sports and motorsports rights. It operates at a much larger scale than FUEL TV but competes for the same sports-streaming subscriber wallet.
- ESPN+: ESPN+ is Disney's premium sports streaming service offering UFC, NHL, MLS, and a growing slate of niche and action-adjacent content. It represents the well-funded incumbent competing for sports subscribers.
Regional players
- MotoAmerica + MotoAmerica Live+: MotoAmerica is the leading US motorcycle road-racing series with its own streaming product. It is comparable as a motorsports-focused streaming property that intersects with FUEL TV's motorsports content slate.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
FUEL TV social profiles
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FUEL TV leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
FUEL TV funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
FUEL TV M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about FUEL TV
What does FUEL TV do?
FUEL TV operates a global action sports OTT network offering both a linear channel and a premium subscription streaming service (FUEL TV+). The platform distributes over 2,000 hours of action sports content including original series, movies, live events, and specials covering surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, skiing, mountain biking, wakeboarding, and motorsports.
Is FUEL TV a public or private company?
FUEL TV is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was FUEL TV founded?
FUEL TV was founded in 2006. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is FUEL TV based?
FUEL TV is headquartered in Los Angeles, United States, in the North America region.
How does FUEL TV make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Subscription Streaming (FUEL TV+) is the primary driver. The others are transactional Video on Demand and ad-Supported Linear Channel.
Who are FUEL TV's main competitors?
Emerging players on record are Surfline, UFC Fight Pass and X Games (X Games Aspen). Direct peers are FloSports, Red Bull TV, Outside TV and Stadium (sports streaming network). Broad incumbents are DAZN and ESPN+. MotoAmerica + MotoAmerica Live+ is listed as a regional player.
Does FUEL TV have an API?
No public API is recorded for FUEL TV.