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Carvana Launches Shaqbot, an AI Assistant Voiced by Shaquille O’Neal

The campaign embeds O’Neal in the shopping experience to guide searches with curated picks via the new Shaqvana hub.

Overview

  • Shaqbot uses real voice recordings and custom response logic approved by O’Neal to answer questions and help customers browse inventory.
  • Shaqvana.com hosts the experience with a Shaq Filter that spotlights roomy interiors, sunroofs, and higher horsepower choices.
  • O’Neal appears in new broadcast and digital commercials tied to the nationwide rollout.
  • Carvana describes this as its first instance of integrating a celebrity’s likeness directly into customer-facing technology.
  • O’Neal and Carvana plan a car-giveaway effort with recipients personally selected by O’Neal and Ryan Keeton, with details still being implemented.