AppyDAZE Posted January 8, 2023 Report Share Posted January 8, 2023 (edited) that you absolutely cannot stomach. Yes, I know that applies to one hell of a lot, but for me, I have to say the Hastings Direct ad makes me want to smash up my radio when I hear it. They say with Hastings everything is SOOOOOOOOOO simple. Let me assure you, it ******* well ISN'T simple, and I know because I have been unfortunate enough to have had to deal with this awful company. Anyone reading this should know (if you don't know already) this is not a company I would advise anybody to use for car insurance, They suck. So stick your "so simple" bullshit, that is a total lie. Edited January 8, 2023 by AppyDAZE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 The TV one that annoyed me recently, was an Audi one. They show this lovely car and the small print says. "Concept car not available in the UK, not in or near to production" It then shows a guy getting in the passenger seat and being driven autonomously by the car to his destination. The small print says, "autonomous driving not available or currently legal in the UK". So you have shown us a car we can't buy, performing in a way that is not available or legal. Thanks for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneTeamInBristol Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 The current Virgin Airlines one 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exAtyeoMax Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 Pretty much any advert, especially those using 3D animation or digital technology. I feel that the advertisers are relying too much on new tech instead of formulating a good idea. I think many ads these days are mostly forgettable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 All ads to do with Funeral or Cremation plans. Also the life insurance ads where everyone is 32 yo and a non smoker. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILINFRANCE Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 32 minutes ago, BigTone said: All ads to do with Funeral or Cremation plans. I find it particularly disheartening to receive regular mails and even postal circulars from my household and motor insurers informing me of their fantastic deals on funeral expenses insurance. Even more concerning is that younger members of my family and their circle of (young) friends are insured with the same insurer, yet receive no such advertising and commercial offers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enclosure Old Timer Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 Always hit the mute button when the ads come on. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 Go compare…………… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 44 minutes ago, Enclosure Old Timer said: Always hit the mute button when the ads come on. I do the same at most of the programs that come on !!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderInACan Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 I hate the ones on the wireless that reel off a list of terms/conditions at the end at such a fast pace that no-one can surely understand them!? It annoys me but must be pretty intimidating (maybe not the right word, but it'll do) for anyone with hearing issues, elderly etc etc. They should make sure that any caveats to the ad itself be at the same pace as the rest of the advert! (Yes, I am a petty, petty, man) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southside Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 Those ads featuring perfect middle class families, and their perfect f**** lives in their perfect big f****** houses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open End Numb Legs Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 Why are the TV companies allowed to play the audio for adverts at a higher level than the program they are interrupting? It means turning the volume down, then up again when the programme continues. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laner Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 5 minutes ago, Open End Numb Legs said: Why are the TV companies allowed to play the audio for adverts at a higher level than the program they are interrupting? It means turning the volume down, then up again when the programme continues. I think the T&C's in all radio adverts should legally have to be read at the same speed as the advert itself. Not at the crazy incomprehensible pace they are now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderInACan Posted January 10, 2023 Report Share Posted January 10, 2023 9 hours ago, Laner said: I think the T&C's in all radio adverts should legally have to be read at the same speed as the advert itself. Not at the crazy incomprehensible pace they are now. Exactly. Made the same point a few posts ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laner Posted January 10, 2023 Report Share Posted January 10, 2023 4 hours ago, CyderInACan said: Exactly. Made the same point a few posts ago. So you did, sorry I didn't spot that. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS2 Red Posted January 10, 2023 Report Share Posted January 10, 2023 4 hours ago, CyderInACan said: Exactly. Made the same point a few posts ago. Yeah but you said it too quickly. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted January 10, 2023 Report Share Posted January 10, 2023 8 hours ago, CyderInACan said: Exactly. Made the same point a few posts ago. Surely, all they gotta say is T's & C's apply ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted January 10, 2023 Report Share Posted January 10, 2023 The other one that comes to mind is Ian Botham and "your need Revitive". Actually Ian, you need a dietician !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laner Posted January 10, 2023 Report Share Posted January 10, 2023 (edited) Another one of my bugbears is adverts that quote percentages. For example "Up to 100% coverage..." is anything from 0% upwards. Which means whatever they're selling you might not bloody work! Edited January 10, 2023 by Laner 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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