The Voltswagen April Fools Joke
The Voltswagen April Fools Joke

The Voltswagen April Fools Joke

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Advertising StrategyBrand FailsCompany Case Study
Date
April 2, 2021
Ep #
14
Guest

Maseer Rabbaig

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Episode Summary

Maseer Rabbaig joins the show to discuss Volkswagen's April fools joke this year. The company claimed that it was changing its name to Voltswagen to signify that it was going towards an electric future. However, this announcement was leaked a few days early and VW played along with it until finally saying it was a joke later on.

Key Branding Lessons

  • Be conscious of your brand's personality when posting content

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