Real People Not Actors Archives

Chevrolet’s “Real People, Not Actors” commercials have been criticized by some as… Global Chevrolet Chief Marketing Officer Timothy Mahoney recently spoke with Advertising Age… My disdain for Chevrolet’s “Real People, Not Actors” commercials is well documented.… Okay, Chevy is officially just screwing with us right now. Shortly after… It’s a new year, and that means…

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New “Real People, Not Actors” Ad Shines a Spotlight on the Chevy Silverado

We’re just surprised none of the participants called the Silverado “lit” after this Photo: Chevrolet The Silverado is Chevrolet’s top-selling model, so of course the brand would want to advertise the vehicle. The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado is the latest vehicle to be featured in Chevrolet’s “Real People, Not Actors” campaign. While the commercial shines a…

Are Chevrolet’s “Real People, Not Actors” Car Commercials Fake?

We’re through the looking glass here, people If you own a television and use it with semi-regularity, you are probably familiar with Chevrolet’s latest marketing campaign, “Real People, Not Actors.” As the name implies, this series of ads makes the controversial claim that “Real People” and “Actors” are two mutually exclusive groups, while also maintaining…

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Chevy’s LEGO Batmobile Gets Critiqued By “Real LEGO Minifigures, Not Actors”

Okay, Chevy is officially just screwing with us right now. Shortly after parodying its own (highly suspect) “Real People, Not Actors” advertising campaign with a Cruze Hatchback ad featuring “Real Dogs, Not Actors,” the bowtie brand is going one step further, with a computer-animated commercial starring “Real LEGO Minifigures, Not Actors.” Very cute, Chevy. Very…

Latest Chevy Commercials Pit “Real People” Up Against Alligators and the Mojave Desert

Real Gators, Not Actors Chevrolet’s “Real People, Not Actors” commercials have been criticized by some as being too “pedestrian” or “dull.” Based on the latest batch of these commercials, Chevrolet has obviously heard these criticisms and is ready to address them. After all, the latest “Real People” television spots pit those real people up against…

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car commercials Archives

In 1963, Chevy released one of the best ads of all time: a delightfully odd spot called ¡Chevrolet Olé!, which features that time’s interpretation of rap.… Buick’s “Mistaken Identity” was the most viewed car commercial of 2019, despite the fact that the automaker spent just over half what competitors did.… In the last 20 years,…

Tommy Wiseau Announces “The Car,” Long-Awaited Sequel to Cult Classic “The Room”

Director Tommy Wiseau addresses fans during a screening of his film, The Room Update 10/12: April Fool’s Day has come and gone. Tommy Wiseau and Greg Sestero are not making The Car, but it has been announced that they are teaming up once again for Best F(r)iends, which may feature a flying Mustang. Rejoice! Few things bring people together…

Lamborghini Archives

Lamborghini has a reputation for high-end supercars that boast outrageous performance and… Let’s be real: For 99 out of 100 people who can’t afford… The beginning of the year has been a bit rocky for Chevrolet… For most motorists, opening a car door to enter their vehicle is a… In the upcoming Marvel blockbuster movie Doctor…

Blast from the Past: A Brief History of “See the U.S.A. in Your Chevrolet”

Actress and singer Dinah Shore popularized the Chevy jingle Today, Chevrolet is known for its “Real People, Not Actors” commercials that flood televisions, promoting the bow-tie brand and the many awards its lineup of vehicles has won. But back in the 1950s, television viewers were singing along to a catchy tune called “See the U.S.A….

Lego Archives

Recently, Nissan unveiled its first foray into the exciting world of LEGO… The LEGO brand of building blocks has stood the test of time… The 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 High Country is a stunning vehicle, and… The Stig is undeniably the world’s most famous test driver. With his iconic…     The LEGO® Company has released many…

car accidents Archives

Car insurance is one of those annoying things that you both need… Whether you’ve slid into a ditch because of slippery conditions or swerved… Now that March is here again, daylight savings time returns to move your… The act of buckling your seat belt should be the biggest no… When you’re involved in a car accident,…

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Understanding the Global Shortage of Computer Chips

Photo: Republica via Pixabay License On the off-chance that you recently emerged from a multi-year hibernation or a block of ice, I’ll let you in on a not-so-secret secret: The world isn’t in the best shape right now. A lot of it has to do with everybody’s favorite global health crisis, a variety of political…

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Wayne and Garth Star in Totally Excellent Super Bowl Teaser Ad

Be honest… how much food have you ordered from a delivery service? Photo: shopblocks via CC Thanks to Wayne’s World, my entire childhood was filled with my father sarcastically saying something and immediately following it up with “Not!” Oh, the 90s… Anyway, I come to you on this fine Monday to broadcast the news that…

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[VIDEO] Gus Van Sant Commercials Make the BMW i8 Talkative

Photo:Nina Puri and BMW Television commercials have remained a sort of hobby for famous Hollywood directors. The challenge of marrying consumer product sales with worthwhile art, being constrained to 15-30 second spots, can be enticing. Some directors actually began their careers producing advertisements, while others see it as a chance to flex their muscles. Each director’s approach to making a…

Pros and Cons of Motorcycle Ownership

There’s no need to explain how motorcycles and cars are different, as the answer to that question is very obvious in many regards. However, that doesn’t mean that everyone sees motorcycles the same way, especially if they love their cars. Some might want to have a bike as well as a car, while others might…

2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Price Goes Up to $58,514

Photo: Ford When the Ford F-150 Lightning was first announced in May 2021, its starting MSRP of $39,974 seemed like a pretty good deal. Now, with the power of hindsight, it’s a downright bargain. Ford raised the price before the official launch — then raised it again, and again, and then one more time after…

'The Fate of the Furious' – Spoiler-Free Review

Genre: Action Director: F. Gary Gray Producers: Neil H. Moritz, Vin Diesel, Michael Fottrell Theatrical Release: April 14, 2017 Cast: Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, Charlize Theron, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris Bridges, Nathalie Emmanuel, Kurt Russell, Scott Eastwood, Helen Mirren The Fate of the Furious is by all accounts the best film in…

Film Review: ‘Ford v Ferrari’

I walked into my local theater’s showing of Ford v Ferrari with modest expectations. On the one hand, it was directed by the same man behind the excellent Logan, features not one but two Academy Award-winning actors in Christian Bale and Matt Damon, and had a not-insignificant budget of just under $100 million. All of…

10 Worst Road Trip Movies Ever

Some road trip movies make you yearn to grab your friends and hit the road on a cross-country journey immediately, if not sooner. Then there are those road trip movies that make you want to claw your eyes out and have you questioning your decision to waste an hour and a half of your life…