Pirelli:

Award-Winning Media Relations for #Below44

The Challenge

Pirelli set out to raise awareness around an often-overlooked safety issue: the importance of switching to winter tires when temperatures drop below 44 degrees Fahrenheit. While the brand had strong credibility in performance, it needed to educate everyday drivers and make this threshold meaningful, timely, and actionable. The opportunity was to turn a technical insight into a widely understood consumer behavior.

The Solution

Pirelli partnered with Peppercomm to bring its #Below44 initiative to life through a targeted media relations campaign. The strategy focused on translating the science behind tire performance into clear, compelling storytelling that would resonate with both media and consumers.

By tapping into seasonal relevance and simplifying the message, the campaign positioned Pirelli as a trusted authority on cold-weather driving safety. The effort combined proactive media outreach with a social component to amplify reach and reinforce the message across channels.

The Result

The results included media coverage in 176 outlets, including a syndicated piece in the Associated Press, as well as 74,000 social media impressions.

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