Latest from E.J. Schultz

5 Super Bowl ad trends to watch, but where are the car ads?

This year’s Super Bowl is inducing a lot of déjà vu, not just on the field, but also in ad breaks, where brands will repeat oft-played Big Game commercial tactics.

Kia to sit out Super Bowl as automakers poised for minimal presence this year

Only one auto brand, Jeep, has confirmed a 2025 Super Bowl ad, with many others saying they are skipping the Big Game.

Stellantis retains ad agencies for Ram, Dodge, Chrysler, others

Doner won lead agency status for Ram, while Omnicom’s GSD&M will keep Dodge and add Chrysler, a spokesperson confirmed to Ad Age. GSD&M was also assigned Alfa Romeo and Fiat.

How GM’s CarBravo used the Barbie craze to sell used cars

The automaker’s used-car shopping brand CarBravo seized on the buzz by selling used Barbie Dream Cars at prices much cheaper than they were going for in the resale market.

How Renault built hype for the return of a classic model

Few models have returned with as much marketing buzz as the Renault 5, which was last sold in the mid-1980s.

See Chevy’s emotional new holiday ad portraying a son going off to college; no Super Bowl ad planned for 2025

The ad features a boy confronted by questions from relatives about his college future at a holiday gathering. Meanwhile, Chevy won't advertise in the 2025 Super Bowl.

Jaguar’s polarizing rebrand — marketing and design pros weigh in

Slumping 90-year-old British automaker Jaguar attempts to change its reputation as it evolves into an all-electric brand. The rebrand was a hot topic on social media. Even Elon Musk chimed in.

Scout Motors reveals marketing plans for retro SUV’s comeback

After a 44-year absence, the Scout brand's first major ad campaign leans heavily into nostalgia.

Honda celebrates legacy of Formula 1 legend Ayrton Senna with new ad and Netflix sponsorship

The automaker is backing Netflix’s ‘Senna’ series due out in November.

Behind McCann Worldgroup’s new Detroit strategy after GM cutbacks

The IPG network makes leadership and operational changes while seeking new momentum for CRM agency MRM fresh off its McDonald’s win.

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