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Jaguar Faces Backlash Over Bold New Ad Campaign Lacking Cars

by Harikrishnan A
November 21, 2024
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Jaguar’s latest advertising campaign, aimed at showcasing innovation and inclusivity, has stirred significant controversy. While the visually striking ad features bold, futuristic imagery and a revamped logo, it has drawn backlash for one major oversight: it doesn’t showcase any cars.

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A Departure from the Expected

Released across social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, Jaguar’s 30-second ad is a stark departure from the company’s usual marketing approach. The video features models of different ages, genders, and ethnicities in vibrant, futuristic outfits, walking through a surreal, alien-like landscape. The soundtrack, a minimal techno beat, accompanies phrases like “Live Vivid,” “Delete Ordinary,” and “Copy Nothing,” but there’s one glaring omission: no cars.

This ad is part of Jaguar’s broader rebranding campaign, which is focused on the company’s transition to an all-electric lineup. The campaign will culminate in the unveiling of a new electric GT model at Miami Art Week on December 2, marking a new chapter for the iconic British automaker. But for now, the ad’s lack of any reference to Jaguar’s vehicles has left many feeling perplexed.

Online Backlash: “Do You Sell Cars?”

The campaign has been met with mixed reactions, with some questioning whether Jaguar has lost sight of its core identity. One of the most pointed critiques came from X owner Elon Musk, who simply asked, “Do you sell cars?” Other social media users echoed similar frustrations, criticizing the abstract messaging and the reimagined logo, which seems to distance the brand from its luxury car heritage.

One YouTube commenter sarcastically remarked, “The only thing brave about this ad is leaving the comments section open.” Meanwhile, a Reddit user described the campaign as “either marketing genius or brand suicide,” acknowledging the buzz the ad generated but warning that the real test would be the final product.

Lulu Cheng Meservey, founder of strategic communications firm Rostra, argued that the rebranding misses the mark. She described it as “outdated and confusing,” noting that the ad feels out of step with current trends. She pointed out that a rebrand like this might have worked a few years ago, but in 2024, it only highlights the brand’s decline.

Misguided Marketing or Bold Experiment?

Despite the criticism, Jaguar remains confident, asserting that “all will be revealed” in time. However, marketing experts are questioning the wisdom behind such a bold shift. Charles Taylor, a marketing professor at Villanova University, believes Jaguar is straying too far from its heritage.

“They could have leveraged their strong legacy of high-performance sports cars while introducing electric models,” Taylor explained. “Instead, they seem to be throwing that heritage away, which could alienate their existing audience without attracting a new one.”

Jaguar’s choice to focus on bold, abstract messaging instead of showcasing tangible products reflects a broader trend among companies to avoid heavily political or progressive branding. This shift comes after several brands faced backlash for their progressive campaigns, which alienated key consumer groups.

Rebranding Risks

Rebranding is often a double-edged sword, and Jaguar’s recent efforts are no exception. While it is a common tactic to refresh a brand’s image, poorly executed rebrands can have long-lasting negative effects. Tropicana’s 2009 logo redesign, which removed the brand’s signature orange, and Radio Shack’s ill-fated rebrand to “The Shack” in 2008, both resulted in significant public backlash and financial struggles.

For Jaguar, the challenge is finding the balance between attracting a younger, more diverse audience and retaining its core base of affluent, older customers. Cheng Meservey questioned the clarity of the ad’s target audience, humorously asking, “If they’re abandoning their male audience, who are they appealing to now? Vegans?”

Jaguar’s rebranding is tied to a major shift in the company’s future: a commitment to going fully electric by 2026. The company, which is owned by Tata Motors, recently stopped selling new Jaguar models in the UK to focus on its electric future. This transition is part of a £15 billion investment aimed at revitalizing Jaguar’s manufacturing facilities and positioning the brand as a leader in the electric vehicle market.

As Jaguar prepares to unveil its electric GT model on December 2, all eyes will be on the brand to see if its bold rebrand can deliver the desired results. While the campaign has generated considerable buzz, there is skepticism about whether the excitement will translate into increased interest in Jaguar’s vehicles.

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