Ad attack: Chrysler unveils new spots with "Engineered Beautifully" tagline
Assembled in the YouTube clip above are four brand new commercials from Chrysler that the automaker hopes will convey the message that its lineup offers "world-class quality and engineering at an extraordinary value". Thus, the new tagline for the campaign is "Engineered Beautifully".
The first spot, titled Technology Throughout, is 60 seconds long and uses the CGI technique du jour of taking us inside select vehicles to see various technologies at work. The second spot, called Key to Happiness, is 30 seconds long and highlights the new Sebring Convertible. The third, titled Success, is 30 seconds long and attempts to remind the collective that Chrysler's still keeping its stylish 300 sedan relevant with new technology. The final spot revealed by Chrysler today highlights the mileage of such vehicles as the 300 sedan, PT Cruiser and Sebring sedan. There's a fifth spot called Taking Care, which also highlights the new Sebring Convertible, that Chrysler didn't provide in the above YouTube video.
If you watch shows like Grey's Anatomy, Dancing with the Stars, Conan O'Brien or the ongoing NBA Playoffs, then you'll likely come across these ads in the wild. Do they resonate with you, or is Chrysler just trying to remind folks it's still here? The press release from Chrysler is after the jump.
[Source: Chrysler]
PRESS RELEASE:
Chrysler Brand Debuts Campaign with New "Engineered Beautifully" Theme Line
Auburn Hills, Mich., May 7, 2007 - Stunning design and innovative technology take center stage in the new Chrysler brand TV and print ads, which break on May 8, featuring the new theme line "Engineered Beautifully."
"More than 80 percent of the Chrysler brand product portfolio is all-new or refreshed in the last 12 months with the recent introduction of the all-new 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible and the debut of the all-new 2008 Chrysler Town & Country later this year," said David Rooney, Director – Chrysler Marketing and Global Communications, Chrysler Group. "This is the perfect opportunity for us to showcase that there is more behind the sheet metal and distinctive style, and that every Chrysler possesses world-class quality and engineering at an extraordinary value."
Additionally, the all-new 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible marketing launch is May 8. The Sebring Convertible ads mirror the tone and style of the new Chrysler brand creative.
The all-new Sebring Convertible offers a sleek and elegant design, exhilarating performance with excellent fuel efficiency and a spacious interior. It also offers what no other convertible has offered before – three automatically latching convertible top options: vinyl, cloth and a body-color steel hard top, all of which can be retracted with a push of a button on the key fob.
"Chrysler is, and always has been, a brand made by and built for people with a passion for great cars," said Rooney. "Products like the 300 and Town & Country put us at the forefront of the industry in terms of style and design. At the same time, we have made great strides to become competitive and even surpass our competition in terms of quality and engineering. While we have made great strides, the perception has not caught up with reality in the marketplace. Our new communications direction will help get that engineering message across."
At its core, the Chrysler brand stands for stylish products, agile performance, refined quality and the confidence of being proud without being arrogant. The new Chrysler brand direction will communicate these core values through a unique combination of both striking design and innovation technology. Overall, Chrysler promises superior engineering and stunning designs built around customer's needs ... at a price that will surprise and delight. No other manufacturer can make this claim. It's the way our vehicles come together that sets us apart. Simply put, Chrysler vehicles are ... Engineered Beautifully.
Following are descriptions of the new broadcast spots, including those for the Chrysler brand, Chrysler Sebring sedan, Chrysler Sebring Convertible and Chrysler 300.
Technology Throughout (Chrysler Brand :60)
This lead spot focuses on the innovative features within every Chrysler vehicle and the engineering behind those features. It uses a unique and original CGI technique to showcase the technology and engineering behind key features that enable Chrysler vehicles to seamlessly adapt to everyday driving situations.
The vehicle is slowed down on the film at the very instant that a feature is engaged. The viewer is then taken inside to see the technology and craftsmanship that lies beneath. This spot showcases and links together the Chrysler 300, Aspen, Sebring Convertible and all-new Town & Country, along with shared technology of Multi-displacement System (MDS), Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and MyGIG™ Multimedia Infotainment System. It closes with a shot of the Chrysler brand lineup and the new tag line "Engineered Beautifully."
Taking Care (Sebring sedan :30)
This spot clearly demonstrates how every Chrysler Sebring sedan is meticulously designed and built to meet the everyday needs of customers through purposeful technology, not superficial features. It also shows how each feature has been designed and incorporated to further enhance their driving experience.
This commercial begins with the customer. The car and its features build around the customer piece by piece, via a unique CGI technique, as they interact with the various features of the vehicle. At the end, all the pieces come together to deliver the best possible driving experience – a beautiful "custom built" Sebring sedan.
Key to Happiness (Sebring Convertible :30)
This commercial features a highly energetic and emotional execution of the new brand essence. The Sebring Convertible is featured in a stylized setting designed to showcase its beautiful design and advanced engineering. The main product features are set in unique type on black art cards to maximize impact. The emotional music track provides a consistent undertone for the overall message of styling, design and technology.
The commercial begins with a shot of the all-new 2008 Sebring Convertible, showcasing its beautiful styling. The new Convertible hard top is shown along with the unique art cards to match. We see a few of the new technological features of the vehicle as well. These features, technological advancements and stylish design messages culminate to invite the consumer to hold the key to happiness.
Success (300 :30)
This commercial maintains a consistent tone with the Sebring Convertible "Key To Happiness" spot as it features the beautiful Chrysler 300 in a stylized setting. The main product features are set in unique type on black art cards to maximize impact. The emotional music track provides a consistent undertone for the overall message of styling, design and technology.
The commercial begins with a reveal of the distinctive front end of the Chrysler 300. As the 300 approaches the city, art cards are displayed showcasing the many premium features it has available. The spot culminates in a bold statement that captures what the Chrysler 300 is all about.
Multiple vehicles (300/PT Cruiser/Sebring Sedan :30)
Again, keeping with the tone of "Key to Happiness" and "Success" this spot features the Chrysler 300, PT Cruiser and Sebring sedan in beautifully attractive and stylized settings that capture the essence of what the Chrysler brand is all about. The main product features are set in unique type on black art cards to maximize impact. The emotional music track provides a consistent undertone for the overall message of styling, design and technology.
This commercial communicates the Chrysler brand's leadership in fuel efficiency, as well as its commitment to building quality vehicles that are unique in their distinctive styling and incredible value. No more is that present than with the award-winning 300, the technologically advanced Sebring sedan, and the stylish, yet functional PT Cruiser.
The television schedule features prime-time network and cable shows such as Grey's Anatomy, Boston Legal, Ugly Betty, Dancing with the Stars, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show, NBA Playoffs, Big Break 7, Larry King, Anderson Cooper, Nancy Grace, Headline News, Law and Order CI, Law and Order SVU and Dog Whisperer. The ads will also appear on other channels including TNT, TBS, Food Network Style Network, ESPN, CNBC, Fine Living Network, Bravo and The Golf Channel.
The print ads follow the same creative direction for a consistent tone and message. Product is the star with bold photography on colorful backgrounds along with highlighted technology features. The Chrysler print ads will run in Automobile Magazine, Aspen Peak Magazine, Car and Driver, Food Wine, Forbes, Golf Digest, Golf For Women, Jet, Martha Stewart Everyday, Motor Trend, National Geographic, The New Yorker, Road and Track, Southern Accents, Sunset, Tennis Magazine, Traditional Home and Travel and Leisure.
In addition to the new advertising, the Chrysler brand will showcase the all-new Sebring Convertible through two programs done with Hearst and Forbes magazines. The Hearst Awaken Your Senses program includes advertising, Web activity (www.awakenyoursenses.com), product displays and test drive components with the grand prize of an all-new 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. The Chrysler brand is also the exclusive sponsor of one chapter of the Forbes 90th Anniversary Issue and Networking Special Report covering lifestyle elements surrounding careers, entertainment, leisure and design.












Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Cosmo 3:34PM (5/07/2007)
YAY First comment :)
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bmw122487 3:38PM (5/07/2007)
chrysler, enginered with fisher price interiors......
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airport krishna 8:34PM (5/08/2007)
These could be any cars for any brand. Are some cars NOT engineered beautifully? A generic tag-line with better graphics does not equal an idea.
Is Innovation no longer standard? I guess you pay extra for it now and it's called Mercedes.
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akintz 3:46PM (5/07/2007)
These commercials resonate with me not at all. They do really seem like "reminders" of Chrysler's existence.
That last one was almost laughable to me... a PT Cruiser or a Sebring for "great looking" fuel efficiency? Wow... pass what they're smoking! The 300 maybe.
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wally 4:01PM (5/07/2007)
Chrysler looking in the past,& hopefully in the future with better quality interior!!!!!!!!!!!
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Adam 11:26AM (5/08/2007)
"We melted down all of its awards...And gave it more chrome." ????
That just seems like a dumb attempt to seem clever/witty.
Seems like more of the "reminder type." It also reminds me of a lame rip off of the "Life, Liberty, and Pursuit" campaign, which was lame to begin with IMO.
And in agreement w/ #3, there is really no car that Chrysler (the brand) sells that is particularly excellent in the MPG department. Seems like all of the sudden every car on the market is being marketed as fuel efficient, regardless of the truth of the numbers.
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Nick 4:04PM (5/07/2007)
I like them. Not bad at all.
I must say that the Sebring Conv. is such a drastic improvment over the previous model...no comparison. But, the coupe...hideous. The old coupe was far better. They just can't win with me...lol.
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Guy 4:14PM (5/07/2007)
two other tv spots:
http://thecarfanatic.com/?p=969
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sd 4:22PM (5/07/2007)
I like these.. the music reminds me of "Clocks" by Coldplay or that Acura MDX commercial that was shown during Superbowl 2006
Nicely done, this will play well with the demographic - early 30s through mid 40s
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Matt 4:30PM (5/07/2007)
Yeah, not bad at all. Didn't even know about the "swivel 'n go" seating on the minivans. Neat idea. I like the animated formation of the logo at the end, too. Also the chrome reference to the 300 is fairly clever. Not trip-the-light-fantastic, but it made me smile. They had better not slaughter the 300's redesign, whenever that may be. The Sebring convertible is nice (note the panel gap on the trunk is about one-third that of the Eos) but the sedan needs to (1) change the front and rear lights, (2) get more powerful engines, and (3) give the Crossfire back its straked hood. It's ugly and impossible to wax.
-Matt
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Chuck 4:33PM (5/07/2007)
They're the best ads they've done in years. They function as both image messages and vehicle content descriptions.
With car ads you usually get one or the other, but not both. The ad agency should be commended for packing in a lot of information while keeping a certain elegant tone to the campaign.
Whatever you think of the product, the ads put them in the best possible light, and make them look attractive, modern and appealing.
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Rocket Punch 4:37PM (5/07/2007)
Honestly, who the hack buys car base on their commercials???
Before the Sky was out, I've never even consider the concept of even going online and visit Saturn's site, let alone going to their dealer. Before the Pontiac G8, I've swear to god that I will never ever consider a Pontiac.
Produce something that people actually wants and stop selling us generic shovelware.
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Bill 4:51PM (5/07/2007)
Chrysler is about 5 years too late with this commercial. They forgot to mention, however, that around late 2004 their entire design team dissolved and the janitors picked up the task. Result: beautiful ass series: Comp ass and Ass pen. Then comes uglier version of the original Cherokee - the Patriot. Not to mention the Commander - a poor attempt to squeeze 3 rows of seats in a 2 seat row designed vehicle, effectively making it a 2 passenger truck + 5 more seats for pugs or other small dogs. Then comes Avenger and all other abominable uglies - both in design and in underlying technology.
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Tool 5:00PM (5/07/2007)
Not Bad. "Engineered Beautifully" is a pretty good tagline.
Now stick with it and build it into rallying call for the organization.
Focused Consistency. It is why Lexus (for example) does so well because the pursuit of perfection is the essence of the organization and what defines it.
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seoultrain 5:01PM (5/07/2007)
any shot that didn't include a 300 was not worth watching.
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BOB 5:05PM (5/07/2007)
....too bad they did not get to this level of engineering 5-10 yrs ago.
And they have to go back to trumpeting engineering, since they cant use build quality, and have few models with good styling.
I AM SICK TO DEATH of American car companies playing catch up with so many models, leading with so few. We can do better.
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Lee Gibson 6:18PM (5/07/2007)
OK, when did it become standard to make press releases advertising one's advertisements?
Or, worse, was this article just an author writing about advertisements?
Here's a hint. Make a good car. Price it attractively. It will sell. Engineering>marketing.
That's if they want MY money.
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Bryan 8:18PM (5/07/2007)
Not bad, I like it!
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Glenn 12:49AM (5/08/2007)
Hurray, a good slogan that means something. Keep hitting those hot buttons.
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MikeMidd 8:44AM (5/08/2007)
I can't help but look at the Sebring commercial, and with that woman driving, two kids, as they cruise along the ocean, and think that it's a Hertz ad or something. That's the problem with the car - the Sebring is nothing but the family rental in Florida when you want something "sporty," and they saddled it with this weird design that does nothing to change that.
These ads don't do anything to make me want to buy a Chrysler. At all. They highlight to me that Chrysler has only one appealing, interesting product - the 300. That's a shame.
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