A viral TikTok video is shocking almost 91 million people who are learning that a tumbler is more durable than a vehicle. In the clip, a woman named Danielle Turner shows her SUV on the side of the highway, flames billowing from the front. One day later at the junkyard, the woman entered the charred remains from the driver’s side and lifts from the cup holder a Stanley tumbler. Shaking it, she says, “it was in a fire yesterday and it still has ice in it.” After giving the cup company priceless advertising, Stanley in return gave the woman an early Christmas present that she says changed her life. Keep reading to learn more about Stanley’s Christmas giving spirit!
Unbelievable Durability
Danielle Turner of Maryland found herself on the side of a highway, watching her car engulfed in flames. The next day, she shared a TikTok video of her red KIA SUV at the junkyard, completely destroyed by the fire. Among the charred remains, there it was—a copper-colored Stanley tumbler, undamaged and still with ice inside. It turns out that Stanley’s cups truly are “built for life.”
A Marketing Success
Netizens were astonished that not only did the Stanley tumbler survive the fire unharmed, but it also kept the drink inside ice-cold. People praised Stanley for their honest advertising and durability. Many even suggested that Stanley should make cars. The video gained millions of views in just 24 hours, capturing the attention of Stanley’s president, Terence Reilly.
A Surprise from Stanley
Impressed by Turner’s video, Terence Reilly reached out to her personally. In a heartfelt message, he expressed relief that she was safe and revealed a big surprise—Stanley wanted to replace her destroyed vehicle. Not only that, but they also sent her new tumblers as a thank-you for sharing her incredible experience. Turner received her new tumblers, and one month later, she shared another TikTok video at a car dealership, standing beside a white Mazda CX-90 tied with a giant red bow.
A Life-Changing Experience
Turner expressed her gratitude to Stanley and everyone who supported her throughout this journey. She thanked her audience for their love and praised Stanley for changing her life. Online users were thrilled by the outcome and commended Stanley for their exceptional customer service. Many even shared their own experiences with Stanley products and praised the brand’s kindness and genuineness.
Stanley has truly set a remarkable example of superior customer service. If more leaders were like Terence Reilly, the world would be a much better place. What do you think of this story? Please let us know your thoughts in the comments below and share the story to spread positivity!
