As a successful year for NASCAR pro Dale Earnhardt Jr. continues to rev
up, Goody’s
is giving fans new ways to support their favorite driver through the
season’s end. The legendary headache powder brand, known for its speedy
relief, is featuring Earnhardt in special collector’s edition packaging,
new TV ads and radio spots, plus exclusive video and augmented reality
fan photos.
This is the second year Earnhardt has served as a Goody’s spokesman,
continuing the brand’s deep, 37-year NASCAR relationship. For the first
time ever, Earnhardt will be featured on special limited editions of
Goody's Extra Strength Headache Powder 50-count packages and Goody’s
Cool Orange powder 24-count packages. The collectible packaging
featuring Earnhardt will be available at retailers for a limited time
only, starting in August and while supplies last.
In addition to being featured on packaging for the first time,
Earnhardt’s presence on Goody’s Cool Orange powder 24-count packages
will include an interactive element. To unlock exclusive content and
create photos with Dale Earnhardt Jr., fans simply download the free
Blippar app and hover the smartphone (Android, Apple or Windows) over
the Cool Orange packaging.
“This has been a memorable year for me both on and off the track,”
Earnhardt said. “One of the great successes, for me personally, has been
embracing new ways to connect to fans. This creative idea from Goody’s
energizes me because it continues that trend of exploring cool ways to
enhance the overall experience. Now fans can enjoy the benefits to
Goody’s Cool Orange by what’s on the package and not just what’s in the
package.”
Earnhardt provided input into the development of the new Goody’s
campaign, from the design of the new interactive packaging to the
production of the new TV and radio ads in support of Goody’s® Headache
Relief Shot®. In the TV ad, Earnhardt stresses Goody’s effectiveness and
fast pain relief, which is particularly important when he is gearing up
for a major race. The TV ad will run in major markets through the end of
the racing season, and into 2015. To see the TV ad featuring Earnhardt,
visit the Goody’s
Headache Relief Shot official YouTube channel.
“For the first time in Goody’s history, we are giving our fans both
collectible packaging and a chance to unlock new interactive, digital
content featuring their favorite NASCAR driver,” said Joseph Juliano,
brand director for Goody’s. “Goody’s is all about speed, and Dale
Earnhardt Jr. has been a real force on the racetrack this year, showing
his speed every weekend. So Goody’s is thrilled to bring his fans closer
to him than ever before.”
The interactive Cool Orange packs, as well as the Earnhardt TV and radio
ads, come in advance of the Goody’s Headache Relief Shot 500 at
Martinsville Speedway on Oct. 26, 2014. All eyes will be on the race,
which is the first in the Eliminator round of the new Sprint Cup
championship format. At the race, Goody’s will be providing track guests
with samples of Goody’s Headache Relief Shot.
Goody’s Powder, part of the Prestige Brands portfolio (NYSE-PBH), became
the first non-automotive sponsor in NASCAR in 1977 when it signed the
legendary Richard Petty as a spokesperson. Petty’s partnership with
Goody’s thus started one of the longest-running relationships in sports
promotion. Earnhardt is a third-generation NASCAR driver and 2004
Daytona 500 winner. Earnhardt has won the National Motorsports Press
Association Most Popular Driver Award for 11 years in a row.
For more information about Goody’s fast pain relief products, visit www.goodyspowder.com.
About Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc.
The Company markets and distributes brand name over-the-counter and
household products throughout the U.S., Canada, Australia, and certain
international markets. Core brands include Chloraseptic® sore throat
treatments, Clear Eyes® eye care products, Compound W® wart treatments,
The Doctor's® NightGuard® dental protector, The Little Remedies® and
PediaCare® lines of pediatric over-the-counter products, Efferdent®
denture care products, Luden's® throat drops and Dramamine® motion
sickness treatment, Debrox® ear wax remover, Beano® digestive aid,
Gaviscon® antacid in Canada, and BC® and Goody’s® headache powders.
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