New Honda Summer Clearance Commercials Cover Beyonce, Kelly Clarkson, and More
Today Honda debuted six new music-themed commercials about the “love-at-first-sight feeling” feeling that car shoppers experience when they first encounter a new Accord, Civic, CR-V, Fit, or Odyssey. Designed to promote the automaker’s annual Summer Clearance Event, the “Now Is the Moment” ad campaign begins airing on television today. In each video, a car shopper’s […]
Chevrolet’s Pandering Millennial Commercials Are Becoming Self-Aware
In the past, this website has been sharply critical of Chevrolet’s various ad campaigns, particularly the ones that seem to pander to Millennials in a way that smacks of desperation. For example, we thought that Chevy’s Trax commercial featuring Instagram-loving, vintage-clothes-wearing, Chuck-Taylor-clad twentysomethings was a little too on-the-nose. And then, we thought it was even […]
Shape-Shifting Blackbird Rig is the Future of Car Commercials [VIDEO]
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I don’t want to alarm anyone, but you can’t believe everything you see on TV. That’s especially true when it comes to the world of marketing. Though the Federal Trade Commission still exists to protect consumers from false advertising, our nation’s television commercials are still full of misleading information, half-truths, fine print, airbrushed cheeseburgers, and […]
Jim Gaffigan Makes Cool Dad Comeback in More 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Commercials
Jim Gaffigan is the ultimate dad. This ginger-haired comedian, writer, actor, and producer is known for his quick wit, hilarious stories about his children, and his self-deprecating comedic delivery. He’s the type of guy who makes jokes like this one hilarious: It really is no wonder that Chrysler asked Gaffigan to be the spokesperson for […]
Watch These Car Commercials Gary Busey Made for a Kia Dealership in Pittsburgh
Lately, there have been some rumors/threats that Donald Trump might nominate Gary Busey to the Supreme Court—because if Donald Trump can be president, then why shouldn’t Gary Busey be a Supreme Court justice, or Stephen Baldwin head the Department of Education, or Meatloaf chair the Senate Finance Committee? Unfortunately for fans of The Celebrity Apprentice and […]
Toyota Jan 101: Everything You Need to Know about Jan from the Toyota Commercials
For years, Toyota Jan has been a hot topic on our website, ever since we announced her pregnancy in May of 2014. At first, it was adoring mothers who were interested in learning more about their favorite commercial superstar, but it eventually became clear that Toyota Jan inspired another specific audience: old pervy men who […]
New McConaughey Commercials Compare 2017 MKZ to Shaving, Diving into Pools Fully-Clothed
It was an inevitability that could be surmised the moment the new face of the MKZ broke cover last year at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Monday marked the roll-out of three new commercials promoting its new sedan, all of which star brand spokesman, Oscar-winner, and all-around hunk Matthew McConaughey. More Lincoln News: Navigator Concept […]
David Hayter Returns as the Voice of Solid Snake…for Ford Commercials
Typically, when a brand tries to co-opt pop culture for the sake of raising awareness about its products, the results are pretty unfortunate. For examples of this, follow pretty much any merchant of goods or services on Twitter and you will understand well that a brand using hashtags and modern-day lingo can be every bit […]
[VIDEO] These Commercials Showcase Awesome New Chevy (Mostly)
![[VIDEO] These Commercials Showcase Awesome New Chevy (Mostly)](https://thenewswheel.com/wp-content/themes/patterns/timthumb.php?src=https%3A%2F%2Fthenewswheel.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F02%2FDominos-DXP-on-the-salt-flats.png&q=90&w=760&h=400&zc=1 "[VIDEO] These Commercials Showcase Awesome New Chevy (Mostly)")
Once more, a Chevrolet vehicle is appearing in a commercial, which praises it over and over as a “car of the future.” A lab-coat-wearing man inspects it closely, his face at the same time impressed and surprised. A smiling woman confidently powers the car through the rain, looking completely in control as she navigates through […]
New Chrysler Commercials Go Presidential with Martin Sheen and Bill Pullman
Chrysler is taking advantage of the current presidential race—and President’s Day—in its newest marketing campaign, which is called “Premium to the People.” The campaign stars actors Martin Sheen and Bill Pullman, both of whom are known for their presidential acting roles. Sheen is known for his Emmy-nominated character President Josiah Bartlett in The West Wing, […]
Best 5 Car Commercials From Super Bowl 50
If you watched the Big Game last night, then you might have noticed it was filled with car commercials. From a simplistic ad for the 2017 Acura NSX to a slightly controversial commercial about the 2016 Toyota Prius, there was a car advertisement suitable for viewers of just about any income level. USA Today reports companies […]
The Barkleys Return for the Puppy Bowl in the Latest Subaru Dog Commercials
The Barkleys represent what is arguably the best series of commercials any automaker has ever produced. Sure, I might be biased as a dog lover and avid Subaru enthusiast, but my point stands. The original series of the famous Subaru dog commercials, which features a family of four pooches, aired in 2013, but the family […]
Cadillac Will Run Up To Six Commercials During the Academy Awards
It’s been nearly one year since Cadillac shared the “Dare Greatly” commercials during the 2015 Academy Awards, and the luxury auto brand is reportedly prepping for an encore. Strange Automotive Facts: Check out these odd driving laws from around the world Automotive News reports that Cadillac could run as many as six commercials during the Academy Awards on […]
Honda Releases New Commercials for 2016 HR-V, Pilot, and CR-V
Honda just released three new commercials promoting its SUV lineup. Each ad is narrated by brand spokesman/Wonder Years child star Fred Savage, and each highlights a different aspect of the vehicles’ available safety capabilities. The first, entitled “Wolves,” does a nice job of highlighting the 2016 Honda CR-V, HR-V, and Pilot’s available AWD—which in the […]
8 Funniest Super Bowl Car Commercials of All Time
Each year’s Super Bowl is the place for great new commercials–and my favorites are ones for new cars. While some can be thoughtful or moving, the most entertaining are the ads that go for laughs. Here are the eight funniest car commercials that debuted during past Super Bowl shows. My Favorite Laugh-Inducing Car Ads from […]
Ford Calls Upon the Dragon in Commercials Starring Dragon Ball Z Characters
When it comes to cars, Ford doesn’t sell ordinary sedans. According to its latest marketing strategy, the brand instead sells Super Saiyan Sedans! Goku and the crew star in Ford’s latest marketing campaign based on the popular Japanese series Dragon Ball Z. This somewhat bizarre campaign is an online-only marketing initiative that has appeared on YouTube and other internet outlets. […]
Fiat Chrysler Unleashes the Force in New Star Wars-Themed Commercials
The force is certainly with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles this year. After announcing that it will be one of the many brand ambassadors for the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens movie, Fiat Chrysler has worked to help promote both its own brand, and the film’s. With hijinks like debuting a Star Wars-themed Fiat 500e and […]
New Mitsubishi Commercials Find No Flaws with Redesigned Outlander
Plastic surgeons can find flaws in the most beautiful people—but one plastic surgeon can’t find a single flaw with the new 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander’s redesigned front fascia. This is the premise for the newest Mitsubishi Outlander commercial highlights. This short, 15-second spot starts by zooming in on a plastic surgeon ready with his washable marker […]