CEAT gets monsoon-smart, unveils campaign for its ‘superior grip’ tyres
Creative experts believe that the campaign has the perfect timing and the ad is gripping. However, they feel that the campaign lacks any interesting twist

Jaywalkers and traffic violators are a common sight on Indian roads. Highlighting the perils of Indian roads, CEAT Tyres has come up with a gripping campaign, which showcases that the streets are filled with idiots, which is why CEAT Tyres are designed for superior grip on the road. The brand has unveiled a new campaign promoting its ‘All Season Tyres’, especially designed for the monsoons.
The idea of coming up with the communication specific to wet conditions came from the fact that a rider needs superior grip during the rains because of unforeseen situations.
Conceptualised by Ogilvy & Mather, this is the first time that CEAT has a film showing the rainy season, giving customers an additional assurance that they are safe on Indian roads even in wet conditions. The film opens with the shot of a two wheeler rider losing control and a passers-by commenting on him. A super then appears with Ceat ‘All Season Tyres’, which shows that the bike can go through any situation on the roads such as children crossing the road or playing football, etc. The film ends with a voice over saying, ‘Monsoon shouldn’t change how you look at roads. Be monsoon-smart. Get Ceat Tyres for a superior wet grip’.
Prabhakar Tiwari, GM – Marketing, CEAT said, “We have focussed on superior grip, which is a major product benefit to the customer and therefore, offers safety as a key consumer benefit.”
He added that the communication is not limited only to a TVC. CEAT is also launching a first-of-its-kind property called, ‘CEAT Monsoon Smart’ that will reach out to bikers across the country to create awareness of safety during the monsoon. This outreach will happen via on-ground activation such as a tyre check-up camp, a demo tool to showcase the wet grip tyre and its benefits, and dealer level activation. The idea will also be extended to the digital medium.
Anup Chitnis, ECD, Ogilvy Mumbai said, “This is a new offering from CEAT and we, therefore, wanted to enhance what actually happens in rainy seasons, where the biker needs a good grip on the road. It’s slippery and bikes try to avoid pot holes; so, we thought it would be beautiful to show what the biker actually goes through and what he faces. Hence, we came up with a script that shows the point of view of the biker in real conditions.”
Is the campaign gripping?
Creative experts believe that the campaign has the perfect timing and the ad is gripping. However, they believe that the campaign lacks any interesting twist.
Ravi Raghavendra, Executive Creative Director, Havas Worldwide India said, “What I like about this ad is that it's a good example of how you can intelligently use tactical opportunities for building a brand. The road grip idea that Ceat has stood for is nicely extended here. The timing of this ad is perfect. Slippery roads during monsoon are a nightmare for motorists. The number of accidents does go up, I would presume. So it is a compelling piece of communication.”
“The ad itself, please forgive the pun, is quite gripping. It does catch the viewer's attention. It also somewhere reassures the viewer that he can still handle the road during monsoons if his tyres are good. My only concern is that I just hope it doesn’t instill false bravado,” he added.
Naresh Gupta, Managing Partner, Bang in the Middle said, “Monsoon is a good reason to change the tyres, especially if you are a two wheeler rider. This is well known and this is what the commercial says. It is simple and direct with no drama. There is no interesting twist. Maybe that’s what the TVC lacks – something to make the conventional watchable. The last campaign of CEAT was terrific and had a great insight. I would have preferred to see a play of that insight here.”
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E4M Our strategy is to target younger audiences through Sports: Rajiv Dubey, Dabur
The Head of Media at Dabur India spoke exclusively to exchange4media on the World Cup, associating with Indian Idol, the company’s digital spending and much more
With quirky campaigns, memes and moment marketing, timed with the ongoing World Cup and particularly the India-Pakistan matches, Dabur India has got considerable consumer attention for its popular brands – Red Paste, Cool King Hair Oil, Chyawanprash, Dabur Vita and the recently launched Bae Fresh Gel toothpaste.
The 140-year-old company is going big on key sporting events, World Television Premiere (WTP) movies and reality shows. It is now gearing up to become the title sponsor of popular talent show ‘Indian Idol’ on Sony TV for the first time, shared Rajiv Dubey, who leads the media strategy at Dabur.
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Swapan Seth's new book 'COOL' is out
The book is a reflection of the author's 'eclectic taste across categories'
Advertising professional and art collector Swapan Seth has announced the launch of his new book COOL. The book is described as "a ready reckoner to the hip and the happening, of the known and the very unknown."
The book is a reflection of the author's "eclectic taste across categories: from boltholes to exotic hideaways."
COOL has been published by Simon & Schuster India and is available on Amazon.
Seth is an ad veteran with a long and illustrious career in the industry. He became the youngest-ever Creative Director at Clarion at age 24. He was VP at 26 at Trikaya Grey. Two years later, he started his agency Equus.
He writes for publications such as The Economic Times, Hindustan Times and India Today. This is his second book and he has previously published THIS IS ALL I HAVE TO SAY.
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Disney Star signs 9 sponsors for Asia Cup PAK
Charged by Thums Up, Nerolac Paint+, Amazon Pay, Jindal Panther, My11Circle, MRF, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, Wild Stone and Thums Up come on board
e4m Staff Disney Star has signed nine broadcast and digital streaming sponsors for the upcoming Asia Cup.
Charged by Thums Up, Nerolac Paint+, Amazon Pay, Jindal Panther, My11Circle, MRF, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, Wild Stone and Thums Up have come on board for the upcoming tournament.
As reported earlier by exchange4media, Disney Star has sought Rs 26 crore for the co-presenting sponsorship on TV and Rs 30 crore for Disney+ Hotstar.
According to industry sources, the associate sponsorship on Star Sports has been priced at Rs 19.66 crore, whereas for the ‘powered by’ sponsorship on Disney+ Hotstar, the broadcaster is seeking Rs 18 crore.
As per the information available with exchange4media, Disney+ Hotstar has three sponsorship tiers-- co-presenting (Rs 30 crore), powered by (Rs 18 crore) and associate sponsorship (Rs 12 crore). The broadcaster is offering an estimated reach of 120-140 million for co-presenting sponsors, 90-100 million for powered by and 60-70 million for associate sponsorship.
A spot buy for 10 seconds has been priced at Rs 25 lakh for the India vs Pakistan matches, while for the non-India matches, the ad rate for 10 second is Rs 2.3 lakh. The India matches plus the final for ODIs has been priced at Rs 17 lakh per 10 seconds.
Asia Cup is scheduled to be held from 30 August, 2023, to September 17, 2023.
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Sorted 360 wins creative & social media mandate of Reliance Mall
The agency will manage offline and online campaigns for Reliance Mall
Sorted 360, an integrated creative and social media agency, has won the mandate to providing brand solutions for Reliance Malls across India.
“Sorted 360 is set to enhance Reliance Malls' market presence with their unparalleled creative prowess and strategic thinking,” read a press release.
“Sorted 360's commitment to pushing the boundaries of creative communication aligns perfectly with Reliance Malls' ethos. With a pan-India presence spanning across 19 cities and growing, Reliance Malls has consistently captivated customers by offering an array of Reliance brands and third-party fashion & lifestyle brands. The mall has established an unparalleled connection with its patrons through superior quality, a remarkable value proposition, and an unmatched shopping experience,” it read further.
"We are thrilled to welcome Sorted 360 as our trusted partner in advancing our brand presence across the nation," said the Head of Marketing at Relaice Malls. "Their proven expertise in retail, shopping center management, and innovative creative strategies make them the perfect fit for our vision."
"Partnering with Reliance Malls is a testament to our commitment to shaping extraordinary brand experiences," remarked Prerana Anatharam, Co-founder of Sorted 360. "We are excited to leverage our strategic and creative acumen to further elevate Reliance Malls as the epitome of convenience, choice, and excellence."
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KlugKlug onboards Hemang Mehta as Country Manager for Indias
Mehta was most recently Head of Agency Relationships at Network 18 Media & Investments
KlugKlug has appointed Hemang Mehta as its Country Manager for India.
Mehta will play a pivotal role in driving KlugKlug's growth and expansion within the Indian market and be responsible for Sales & GTM Strategy
Prior to that, he has also represented organisations like Exponential (now VDX.tv), India Today Digital and Rediff.com. His expertise spans various domains including digital media sales, mobile marketing, media planning, and buying, social media marketing, and more.
Hemang Mehta expressed his enthusiasm about joining KlugKlug, saying, "I am thrilled to be a part of KlugKlug, a forward-thinking platform that is reshaping the influencer marketing landscape. As much as I look forward to collaborating with the exuberant team at KlugKlug, I am super excited to interact with the brands to deliver powerful data-backed Influencer solutions that will guarantee business outcomes."
Commenting on the appointment, Kalyan Kumar, Co-Founder and CEO of KlugKlug, stated, "We are excited to welcome Hemang Mehta to our team as the Country Manager for India. His extensive experience in digital media sales and marketing will be instrumental in driving our efforts to provide influencer marketing solutions to our clients. We believe Hemang's leadership will be key in scaling our operations and expanding our reach within the Indian market."
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