Volkswagen joins forces with “Obi-Wan Kenobi” for the launch of the new all-electric #VWIDBuzz
Volkswagen launches collaboration with the new limited Star Wars series “Obi-Wan Kenobi
Leading actor Ewan McGregor becomes brand ambassador for Volkswagen
Volkswagen Board Member for Sales and Marketing Klaus Zellmer: “We are uniting two strong global brands in this collaboration”
Volkswagen is giving an even stronger emotional charge to its brand and lends further momentum to its global e-strategy. The company launches sales activities for its iconic van, the ID. Buzz01 with a stand-out collaboration with “Obi-Wan Kenobi”; the all-new limited Star Wars series coming to Disney+ May 27, 2022. The campaign launches with a customized advert made in collaboration with Lucasfilm and Industrial Light & Magic featuring the ID. Buzz and some familiar Star Wars characters as well as leading actor, Ewan McGregor, who will also serve as brand ambassador for Volkswagen.
“We are uniting two strong global brands in this collaboration and generations of fans who grew up with their respective icons. We are really thrilled with this unique joint creative collaboration. Ewan McGregor is our perfect match as an avid fan of Volkswagen since his childhood, and daily driver and collector of Volkswagen cars. His involvement not only amplifies awareness for our brand but also adds authenticity to our messaging. I welcome Ewan as our newest brand ambassador as he perfectly connects our fascinating past with our drive for a carbon neutral future.” said Klaus Zellmer, Volkswagen Board Member for Sales, Marketing and After Sales.
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