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Modern-day MINI assembly at MINI Plant Oxford, England, Mar 2013 (the plant's 100th birthday)

World's Third-Oldest Car Plant At 100 Years: MINIs Still Rolling Off Line

You'd never know it today, but there once was a time when Britain had the second-largest automotive industry in the world. A bit of that heritage surfaces this month as one of the seminal auto plants that built Britain's industry celebrates its 100th birthday. That site, now called MINI Plant...

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Video: History Of The BMW Logo

While most people think BMW’s logo is a representation of a spinning propeller, an understandable mistake given the automaker’s roots in aircraft engine manufacturing... June 8, 2010 by 


 
BMW 315/1 Sports Roadster

BMW celebrates 75 years of roadster production

Roadsters. Open air, summer sun and a visceral connection to the road. For many, the quintessential enthusiast's driving experience. But for many, many more, they are the... May 28, 2009 by 


 
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Porsche's new museum chooses its first exhibits

A museum of Porsche's greatest vehicles quietly launched its first twelve choices for its exhibits yesterday, with a total of 80 to be on display by the end of the week... November 4, 2008 by 


 
Honda's 60th Anniversary

Honda quietly entered its 60th year of business this week

Known not just for its strong automotive business, but for its engine, aviation, robotics and motorcycle arms as well, Honda entered its 60th year as a corporation this week... September 26, 2008 by 


 
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