Saturday 70s Spots: Exxon & STP (1972)

Put a tiger in your tank. (Esso changes its name to Exxon commercial, 1972)

Put a tiger in your tank. (Esso changes its name to Exxon commercial, 1972)

“We’re changing our name – but not our stripes.”

We’re cranking the vintage wheel all the way back to 1972 today. First up, a rare find of an animated spot where Esso announces a name change to Exxon. The commercial aired in November of 1972.

After that, a commercial for STP oil filters featuring company CEO and former race car driver, Andy Granatelli.

Esso Becomes Exxon Animated Commercial, 1972

STP Oil Commercial With Andy Granatelli, 1972

Previously on 70s Spots: Shampoo & Bowling Balls (1979)

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