BMW Brand Experience Screen Criticized as Drivers Don’t See Ads
BMW described an immersive in-car screen activation as a brand experience rather than an ad, but customers didn’t perceive it that way and questioned the commercial nature of the pitch. DoorDash launched CringeMart, using product data and humor around “cringe” purchases by over 4 million users between April 2025 and April 2026. The New York Times is also adjusting to lower search traffic by emphasizing recognizable experts and human voices.