These interactive ads make automotive retail a more experience-based activity. Interactive advertising is often experiential in nature, or at least tries to get the customer involved more directly. Buying a car is usually considered a big-ticket item, so consumers put a lot more weight behind their decision to purchase.
Interactive ads for cars often integrate technology, such as augmented reality, apps and virtual test drives. Many of these campaigns have a gamified element, making it fun as well as immersive. Other advertising strategies revolve around social media and crowdsourcing, whether the company is trying to get user generated content or help with a design. Some innovative interactive methods engage through a collective activity such as interactive dance floors or auto-burning contests.
50 Interactive Ads for Cars
From Experiential Auto Installations to Friendly Test Drive Campaigns:
Alyson Wyers — Jun 3, 2014 — Marketing
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Experiential Auto Installations
The Audi Spheres Project Offers an Interactive Hi-Tech Experience
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Auto-Burning Contests
MINI Belux ‘Fan the Flame' Advertising Campaign
48
Rapid Fire Auto Campaigns
Lexus Will Deliver a Speedy Recap of the Beijing Motor Show 2014
47
Interactive Digital Showrooms
Audi City Will Provide Customers With a New Buying Experience
46
Multiple Choice Advertisements
The Mercedes-Benz Speed Date Takes You on a Wild Ride
45
Interactive Inflatable Print Ads
Peugeout Print Ads Teach Safety and Fun with Advertising Campaign
44
Micro Delivery Car Campaigns
Smart Car's Tiny Treats Cars Delivered Small Surprises for Free
43
Zombie-Fighting SUVs
The Hyundai Santa Fe Zombie Survival Machine Keeps Walkers at Bay
42
World-Traveling Car Ads
The 'onemillioncar' Project is a Year-Long European Auto Advertisement
41
Incredible Interactive Ads
The New Range Rover Evoque Interactive Ad Campaign Lets You Decide
40
Social Road Trip Campaigns
Mazda Canada's 'Long Drive Home' Had a Terrific Journey & Destination
39
Endearing Car Q&A Campaigns
Mini Cooper is Letting Fans to Ask the New Mini Space Questions
38
Social Road Trip Apps
The 'SmileDrive' App Integrates Social Media with Road Trips
37
Face-Reading Car Contests
The Billionaire Shop Will Give a Lambo to Whoever Wishes Most for It
36
Social Media Road Races
The 'BMW South Africa: Interactive Video Projection' is Simply Effective
35
Social Automotive Flipbooks
This Acura Campaign is an Artistic Approach to Advertising on Twitter
34
Festive Augmented Reality Windows
This Year's Holiday Window from La Rinascente is Interactive
33
Skype Call Car Ads
The Land Rover Above and Beyond Campaign Promotes Sharing Experiences
32
Digital Interactive Roads
Audi 'Urban Future' Exhibit at Design Miami Shows What Streets Could Be
31
Car-Pinning Advergames
Volkswagen Street Quest Game Requires Fans to Pin Autos in South Africa
30
Crowdsourced Car Designs
Nissan 'Project 370Z' Wants Your Help Building a New Auto
29
Crowdsourced Car Crash Installations
The Crush The Speed Campaign Promotes Safe Driving in Moscow
28
Augmented Reality Auto Showrooms
Volkswagen Singapore Promotes Cars With Interactive Newspaper App
27
Social Following Campaigns
This Twitter Campaign Cleverly Promotes the Volvo XC60's Brakes
26
App-Distracting Ads
The Unica Ethanol Verde Campaign Urges Not Using Cell Phones While Driving
25
Virtual Reality Test Drives
South African Audiences Take Virtual Hyundai i30 Test Drive
24
Friendly Test Drive Campaigns
Toyota's 'Try My Hybrid' Put Fans at the Wheel of This Campaign
23
Interactive Parking Ads
Volkswagen Park Assist II Promoted in Engaging iAd
22
Interactive Screenshot Ads
This Interactive Ad for the Audi R8 Gives Viewers a Snapshot of Speed
21
Digital Auto Exhibits
The Nissan Canada Virtual Showroom Lets You Explore Different Models
20
Social Media Car Designs
Buick Turned to a Pinterest Board for Its Latest Concept Car Designs
19
Electric Car Campaigns
The Nissan #6xcheaper Marketing Venture is Eco-Friendly
18
Tech-Infused Car Campaigns
The Interactive Lexus Print Ad Brings Pages to Life
17
Video Game Auto Advertising
Jeep 'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3' Campaign Includes a Giveaway
16
Friendly Car Ecovertising
Nissan Establishes Itself as an Eco-Conscious Brand with Planet Zero
15
Car-Careening Advertising
MINI Maps Finds the Need for Speed with Google and Facebook
14
Mangled Automobile Road Signs
'Life Signs' Warn Drivers with Crumpled Cars
13
Disappearing Act Car Campaigns
A Vanishing Auto in the Volkswagen Golf GTI 'Time Machine' Ad
12
Printeractive Protection Ads
The Loducca Peugeot Airbag Print Ad is Explosive
11
Alluring Auto Ads
The Peugeot 'Take the Car Challenge' Uses Brainwashing Techniques
10
Costumed Car Guerrilla Campaigns
This Audi Marketing Campaign Placed Car Masks on Parked Cars
9
Automobile Theatre Performances
Fiat's 'Theatre in a 500' Plays Took Place in Automobiles
8
Immersive Cinematic Driving Apps
This App Brings Adventure to Virtual BMW i3 Electric Car Drivers
7
Projected Race Promos
The Hot Wheels Secret Race Battle is an Awesome 3D Video Experience
6
Dramatically Driven Interactive Campaigns
This Fun Facebook App Lets You to Drive Through an Image
5
Toll-Paying Campaigns
The 'Go Further' Ad Literally Lets You Go Further by Paying Your Toll
4
Interactive Dance Floors
This Interactive Dance Floor Lights Up with Each Step
3
Adventurist Video Campagins
Honda's Off the Grid Ad Lets Users Control Their Virtual Experiences
2
Affection-Radiating Auto Campaigns
Toyota Positive Encourages People to Spread Uplifting Energy
1
Auto Ad Parodies
The Jenko's Epic Split Video Mocks the Volvo Trucks Campaign
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Interactive Fashion Horror Games
The Room by Gentle Monster Reimagines Brand Storytelling
Gen Z Advertising Initiatives
Tubi Targets Younger Viewers with Ad Innovations at IAB NewFronts
Experiential Convenience Stores
FamilyMart Announced IP-Centered Store Experiences in Japan
Shoppable TV Ads
Samsung and Amazon Enable Remote-Based Shopping Directly on TV
Playful Creative Design Billboards
Canva Unveils 3D Billboards to Spotlight its Capabilities
Sofa-Centered Marketing Activations
This Sofa Club Activation Encouraged Consumers to Take a Seat
Interactive Motorsport-Inspired Gaming Experiences
EB Games Boasts Mario Kart World in Montreal
Smart Car Planning
Budget For Cars Helps You Find Vehicles That Fit Your Financial Plan
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
Live-Printed Billboards
HP Showed Off the Power of Its Smart Tank Printers One A4 Sheet at a Time
AI Chat Shopping Systems
Shopify Brings Retail to ChatGPT
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Interactive AI Storytelling Platforms
Character.AI Introduced Books Mode
Sneaker Tag-Inspired Car Keys
Nissan's Kicks Key Merges Auto Technology with Streetwear Culture
Haute Auto Pattern Campaigns
The Audi Car Couture Ad Turns Car Parts into Dressmaking Layouts
Interactive Advertising Installations
Intimissimi's 'Feel the Billboard' Uses Tactile Advertising
Immersive Recovery Therapies
NeuroAnimation Technology Promotes Motor Recovery & Brain Health
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Cinematic Auto Marketing Campaigns
Mazda Debuts the '5 Sides of the All-New CX-5' Film
Surreal Car Care Campaigns
Turtle Wax's You Are How You Car Reimagines Drivers as Their "Car-Self"
In-Store Audience Analytics Platforms
Walmart Connect Mexico Deploys Advertima For Real-Time Store
Clinical K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Rejuran Debuts Science-Led Skincare Through a Sephora LA Activation
AI-Powered Marketplace Features
AutoTrader Launched DemandAI and Dashboard
Retail Advertising Campaigns
IKEA Hides Price Tags to Highlight Material Quality in a New Campaign
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Gen-Z-Targeted Language Platform Campaigns
Duolingo Introduces its Character-Driven 'Duolingo Ads'
In-Car Gaming Collaborations
AirConsole x Audi Partner for Car Gaming, and Includes Pictionary
In-Car Gaming Experiences
Atari and AirConsole are Partnering to Bring Games to Volkswagens
Data-Driven Digital Experiences
Samsung Unveiled a Color-Changing Installation in London
Experiential Marketing Campaigns
MIKE AND IKE, HOT TAMALES, and Marvel Team Up for Campus Tour
Marketer-Targeted Albums
The Spotify Tunetorials Campaign Blurs Education and Entertainment
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
In-Car Gaming Integrations
Porsche x AirConsole Bring In-Car Gaming to the New Macan
Traveling Fashion Showcases
The Guess Bus in Sydney is an Example of Experimental Marketing
Gamified Walking Experiences
Walkable Turns Everyday Walks Into Interactive Adventures
Gamified Scent Marketing Experiences
Axe's Grab The Sweet Turned a Bus Stop into a Claw Machine
Production-Ready Robotic Taxis
Volkswagen Presents its ID. Buzz AD Robotic Taxi Vehicle
Conversational Search Ad Features
Google Unveiled AI Max for Search Campaigns
AI-Powered Shopping Features
Target is Making Seasonal Gifting Easier, Personalized and More Fun
Luxury Mobility Platforms
Karma Automotive Launches On-Demand Luxury Driving Experience
Burger Ad Campaigns
Burger King’s New Campaign Suggests Even Babies Can’t Resist the Whopper
AI-Assisted Retailer Websites
Lightspeed Showroom Gives Brick-and-Mortar Stores an Online Presence
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Opposites-Inspired Branded Exhibitions
Kia Debuts Resonance of Opposites During Milan Design Week
Youthful Convenience Store Campaigns
7-Eleven is Running the Roll-Up & Refuel™ Initiative
In-Car AI Assistants
ChatGPT Voice Expands to Apple CarPlay
Closed-Loop Retail Media Networks
Sam’s Club connects ads directly to measurable sales outcomes
Consumer Insight Engines
Buzzabout Delivers Real-Time Insights From Billions of Conversations
Cutting-Edge Display Technologies
Innolux and CarUX Advance Smart City and Auto Infrastructures
Auto-Branded Multimedia Experiences
Audi Haus Performance Art is Free, Forward-Thinking & Exciting
New Year-Focused Car Campaigns
Kia Boasts the Redesigned 2027 Telluride SUV in a Festive Campaign
Causal Retail Media Metrics
Albertsons Media Collective Quantifies True In Store Ad Lift
Dynamic Art Displays
Mirage Transforms Personal Photos Into AI-Generated Artistic Scenes
Painting-Inspired Auto-Promoting Initiatives
XPENG UK Hosted the Visionary Art Challenge
Interactive Tattoo Apps
InkStory Turns Tattoos Into Interactive Memories With Audio Integration
Future Car Innovation Solutions
LG Innotek Will Showcase Hardware and Ai‑based Software at CES
Immersive Auto-Focused Artistic Experiences
Lexus Explores the Relation Between Humans & Mobility
AI-Centric Brand Campaigns
Openai Rolls Out ChatGPT’s First Major Brand Campaign
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
Artistic Auto Brand Activations
XPENG Highlights Its G6 SUV Model at London Art Fair
Auto-Branded Digital Experience Systems
Ford Digital Experience is Available on Certain Vehicles
Natural Language Automotive Assistants
BMW and Amazon Partnered to Bring Alexa+ to Vehicles
AI Ad Generators
Creatify Turns Product URLs Into Ready-To-Use Video Ads Automatically.
Athletic Event-Timed Tech Campaigns
TCL Ran a Comprehensive Ad Campaign During the Olympics
Tactile Marketing Campaigns
She Said Yes Strives to Increase Tactile Engagement
Science-Backed Adventure Collaborations
Toyota, AllGear Digital & Immersion Neuroscience Partner
Deeply Integrated Automotive UIs
Apple CarPlay Ultra is Arriving in New Aston Martin Models
Interactive Traveling Marketing Initiatives
Heinz Pllayfully Spotlights the Heinz Ketchup Zero
Agentic Marketing Platforms
Microsoft and Publicis Build AI-Driven Marketing Ecosystems
Enhanced In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems
Toyota Audio Multimedia Boasts 5G Connectivity
In-Store Audio Channels
Custom Channels Unveils Unified In-Store Engagement Platform
Audio Experience-Integrated Beverage Packaging
TapTunes, Inc. Has Introduced Virtual Wax
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Agentic AI Creative Solutions
Amazon Ads' Creative Agent Supports Ideation, Scriptwriting & More
GenAI Car Marketplace Ads
Carro's New Campaign Highlights Its AI-Enabled Car-Selling Process
Sequential Streaming Ad Series
Ford Launches 'Every Ground Is Our Proving Ground'
Dynamic In-Game Integrations
Adrenaline Interactive Unveiled Brand Fusion AI
AI-Powered Search Features
Adobe Introduced Adobe Search and Discovery
Creative Ad Generators
HookAds AI Creates Meta-Optimized Ads To Boost Conversions Fast
Silent Nature Campaigns
Jeep Promotes Its Cherokee Hybrid with Quiet Wildlife Photography
Car Race-Focused Mobile Apps
IBM and Scuderia Ferrari HP Upgrade the Experience for Formula 1 Fans
AI-Powered Digital Displays
Intellino Signamic Unites a Brand's Online and Physical Presence
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
AI-Powered Sampling Experiences
Swish is Revolutionizing How Consumers Try New Products
AI-Generated UGC Ads
Influencer AI Produces Fast, Scalable Content For Performance Marketing
Ultra-Slick Auto Retail Concepts
The L'Atelier Alpine Opens Its Doors in Paris
AI-Powered In-Vehicle Solutions
LG Sets Its Sights on the Future of Mobility
Experiential Racing Mapping Features
The Apple Maps Formula 1 Experience Digitizes the Raceway
Interactive Robotic Demonstrations
GoLabs and GOTRAX Partner to Spotlight a New Golf Cart
Vehicle-Focused Consolidated Computing Platform
aiMotive and LG Debut a Auto Computing Platform
Contextual Map Advertising Features
Apple Introduced Ads In Maps Through Apple Business
Visual Thinking Tools
Auto Mind Creates AI-Generated Maps To Explore Ideas Visually
Experience-Driven Photo Booths
Future Flicks Introduced an AI Photo Booth Feature
Computer Vision Car Tools
Audi Reader Provides an Alternative to Consulting a Vehicle Manual
Performance Marketing Platforms
PebblePost Expanded into Connected Television Advertising
Interactive Game Advertisements
Samsung Ads GameBreaks Encourage Deeper Engagement
Interactive Decision Tools
Spin It Wheel Boosts Engagement With Fun Random Choices And Giveaways
AI-Powered Vehicle Appraisal Tools
Turn Automotive's TurnVision Detects Damage with High Precision
Interactive Live Shows
Cirque du Soleil's Interactive Experience Offers Multi-Device Exploration
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Shopping-Friendly Ad Formats
Equativ Shoppable Ads Allow Consumers to Seamlessly Make Purchases
Clinical Retail Media
PatientPoint Bridges Healthcare and Commerce
AI-Powered Superapps
Grab Introduces AI Features That Simplify Decisions and Automate Daily Tasks
Data-Driven Automotive Retailer Tools
Cars.com Debuts AI Video Tools, Hub Reporting & More
Conversational AI Integration
Interworky Adds Custom AI Chatbots To Websites For Smart Engagement
Predictive Mobile Advertising Features
T-Mobile Advertising Solutions Unveiled Contextual AI Ads
Purpose-Driven Brand Storytelling Platforms
Hellonation Has Debuted Its Edvertising Model
Collaborative Advertising Tech
DoubleVerify and IMDb Unite To Elevate Streaming Media Quality
Seasonal Reservation Street Installations
Uber UK Launches 'Reserve' by Mother
Tech-Driven Vehicle Damage Assessments
Click-Ins Relies on Digital Imaging Technologies
IP-Based Kids Games
Netflix Turns Shows into Play Experiences
Ad Creation Platforms
Magritte Helps Marketers Discover, Design, and Launch Ads Quickly
Cheeky Auto Campaigns
Hyndai Presents the Entertaining and Practical He Got Money Campaign
Interactive Web Designs
Interactivity Studio For Webflow Enables Interactive Images On Sites
Data-Powered AI Advertisements
Omneky Introduces an AI-Powered Video Suite for Advertising
Interactive Visual Insights
Atlas Transforms Images And Videos Into Actionable Insights
AI-Powered Seamless Advertising Tools
Rokt Streams Ads at the POS at Cinemark Theatres Using AI
Device-Optimized App Experiences
Spotify Launches a Redesigned Tablet UI
Interactive Knowledge Plays
TriviaBlaze Offers Engaging Quizzes To Test Knowledge in Categories
Email Embedded Forms
Forms in Email Enables Interactive Lead Capture Directly Inside Emails
Driving Interface Apps
'Car Dashboard' AppTransforms Your iPhone Into a Car Head Unit
Modular Drive-Thru Displays
Creative Realities Debuts Flexible Digital Drive-Thru Platform
Hyperreal Safety Installations
Sunburnt Car by TBWA\Eleven Visualizes In-Car UV Exposure
Visual AI Interfaces
Collov Develops Camera-Based AI That Turns Images into Actions
Auto Dealer Program Standards
TrueCar Makes Updates to Increase Sales & Protect Dealer Margins
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Interactive Demo Platforms
Arcade Enables Fast Creation And Embedding Of Interactive Product Demos
Retail Marketing Advancements
Westfield Rise Debuts a Programmatic Targeting Solution For Malls
AI Video Generators
JoggAI Quickly Turns Product Links Into Engaging Video Ads
Brand Recognition Games
Product Guesser Tests Brand Recognition Through Interactive Play Tool
Community-Sourced Product Carousels
Reddit Introduced an AI Search Featuring Product Carousels
Programmatic Ad Networks
RevBid Helps Publishers Maximize Revenue With Automated Ad Auctions
Student Activity Finders
Extracurriculars Helps High Schoolers Discover AI-Powered Activities
Transformative Storytelling Experiences
ExperienceCraft Turns Content Into Interactive Experiences
Ad Creation Engines
Viva Labs Uses AI To Research, Create, And Analyze Short Ads
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform
Autonomous Marketing Agents
Travis Automates Marketing And Sales To Grow a Business Independently
Integrated Trip Trackers
'Journey' Enables Real-Time Vehicle Data And Trip Tracking With CarPlay
Ad Intelligence Tools
View Live Competitor Ads Instantly With Competitor Ad Tracker