In an effort to bring awareness to its new Politics channel, YouTube tapped AKQA’s San Francisco office to create the above promotional clip that will be aired as pre-roll during the online video giant’s debate/primary coverage. As the AKQA spot emphasizes, YouTube Politics’ coverage of debates, etc., will allow for viewers to form a video dialogue with candidates. Get those Rick Perry/Herman Cain questions prepared, stat!

Is there any bigger Halloween buzzkill than running over trick-or-treaters with your luxury automobile? Not only does it take a toll on your conscience, but the necessary repair work can run a high bill, especially if you’re driving an imported specialty vehicle.

With the Audi A6′s thermal imaging and night vision assistant technology, the holiday revelry doesn’t have to end on the way from the bar to the afterparty. The above spot, created by AKQA, reminds drivers of the 41 million little monsters on the roads this year (not to mention their accompanying parents, who make for slightly larger but equally frightening monsters). As we’ve been told, the technology, which can detect pedestrians up to 300 feet away, is displayed in the spot with no special effects added.

While Audi A6 drivers can enjoy Halloween with added security, those of you who choose to be cruising around in different cars should remember to keep an eye out, keep the speed down, and keep your car stereo blasting “The Monster Mash” to a reasonable level. Credits after the jump.

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