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Car-Sucking Vacuum Commercials

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Miele Vacuum Cleaner Uses Camera Tricks to Clean Up the Road

— December 3, 2012 — Marketing
This viral commercial from Miele Vacuum Cleaner recently caused a bit of a stir because people weren't sure if the billboard seen sucking up cars was real or not.

This playful video begins with a jingle saying, "I know you sing along with songs all day long but you've never sang along with a vacuum cleaner song."

The key to this video and the part that made people scratch their heads was the fake billboard that was digitally placed in the shot to make it appear that cars entering a tunnel were actually entering the vacuum hose.

Every Miele Vacuum Cleaner is made in Germany by hand and boasts zero emissions.
Trend Themes
1. Digital Billboards - The use of digital billboards in advertisements opens up opportunities for creating visually striking and attention-grabbing campaigns.
2. Viral Marketing - Creating playful and intriguing commercials, like the car-sucking vacuum commercial, can generate significant online buzz and organic sharing on social media platforms.
3. Handcrafted Products - The emphasis on handmade products, such as Miele Vacuum Cleaner's claim of being made in Germany by hand, appeals to consumers looking for quality and unique craftsmanship.
Industry Implications
1. Advertising - Digital billboards provide advertisers with new ways to engage and captivate audiences through innovative and immersive campaigns.
2. Marketing - Viral marketing techniques can be leveraged by businesses to create viral campaigns that spread organically, boosting brand awareness and customer engagement.
3. Appliances - The focus on handcrafted production in the vacuum cleaner industry can be a selling point for consumers who value quality and artisanal manufacturing.
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