The New Zealand Transport Agency and Clemenger BBDO, Wellington, NZ, have launched their new speed awareness campaign asking drivers to consider the possible effects and outcomes speeding has on others.
In the campaign’s centerpiece spot titled “Numbers” directed by Derin Seale of production house Finch, a young mother’s speeding is literally projected on to those she drives by.
Client New Zealand Transport Agency Ad Agency Clemenger BBDO, Wellington, NZ Philip Andrew, executive creative director; Brigid Alkema, creative director; Erik Hay, art director; Martin Gray, head of television. Production Finch Derin Seale, director; Rob Galluzzo, exec producer; Karen Bryson, producer; Crighton Bone, DP; Guy Treadgold, production designer; Jason Hawkins, VFX supervisor. Editorial Drew Thompson, editor. VFX Method Studios Andy Clarkson, color grade; Jason Hawkins, Flame. Audio Post Nylon Studios Simon Lister, sound design.
This trailer promotes Charge Around The Globe, a new adventure docuseries that follows record-breaking traveler Lexie Limitless on an extraordinary journey to circumnavigate the globe in an electric vehicle--traveling over 30,000 kilometers across six continents, all in pursuit of one world record. The three-part series on Prime Video in the U.K. showcases the capabilities of modern electric vehicles while immersing viewers in the numerous experiences and challenges Lexie encounters throughout her journey. As she navigates various challenges throughout her trip, Charge Around the Globe serves as a testament to the spirit of exploration. Ford, Wieden+Kennedy London and WracK teamed on the series.
The documentary aims to address the primary concern hindering many consumers from transitioning to electric: doubts about the range and capability of electric vehicles. As a 120-year-old brand, Ford looked to its past as inspiration for the switch that’s taking place today. Over a century ago, pioneering explorer Aloha Wanderwell set off from Nice at the age of 16 to become the first woman to drive around the world in a Ford Model T. Now, in 2024, we get to see Lexie, the youngest person to visit every country in the world, take to the wheel of the electric Ford Explorer, reinventing that historic journey for a new generation. Along the way, she meets extraordinary people, navigates difficult terrains, and faces the challenges of a constantly evolving charging infrastructure that puts her to the test.
“Charge Around The Globe has been the ultimate test drive for our new electric Ford Explorer. We took on every kind of weather and road condition and dealt with just about every charging scenario. The journey embodies the true... Read More
