The second generation MINI Cooper’s run is coming to an end, and just like the previous model it too will be going out with a bang. To celebrate its end, MINI will be launching another high-performance ‘Cooper GP’ model, a prototype of which was recently spotted near...
Now that the warmer months are upon us, MINI has decided to roll out a pair of innovative concepts aimed at buyers who like to venture into the great outdoors. That’s... April 2, 2012 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
If you’re not familiar with the name Rauno Aaltonen, we’re not surprised. A former European Rally Championship (the predecessor to the WRC) winner, the man known... March 30, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
Ten years ago, MINI set out to shatter the myth that Americans don’t like small cars. While it was at it, it took on the myth that American’s won’t buy... March 23, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
We don’t generally preface stories with a disclaimer, but in this case we’ll make an exception. Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to duplicate the stunt... March 23, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
MINI first showed us its Paceman “crossover coupe” concept at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show. Confirmed for production at the same show, the two-door version of the... March 14, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
Based on the existing MINI Clubman, the automaker’s “Clubvan” concept removes the rear seats, installs a wire mesh partition behind the driver and passenger... March 7, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
Reactions to MINI's new Countryman crossover have been mixed--some like the increased ride height and four- or five-passenger seating, others disparage the altered... March 7, 2012 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Ferrari has finally revealed the successor to the 599. Called the F12 Berlinetta, this new Ferrari is the fastest vehicle to ever wear the prancing horse badge. Powered by a... February 29, 2012 by Joel Feder
Rumors of a John Cooper Works version of the MINI Countryman have been circulating since early 2010, and now it's official: MINI has announced that the 2013 John Cooper Works... February 28, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
MINI looks set to expand into the burgeoning commercial vehicle market with a new cargo hauler, following the reveal of its latest concept car. Called the Clubvan... February 18, 2012 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
The problem with with an iconic and (somewhat) singularly-focused brand like MINI is that it can never satisfy the breadth of shoppers’ automotive needs. While the... February 13, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
The relationship between Prodrive, the company that builds and campaigns the MINI John Cooper Works WRC cars, MINI and MINI’s parent, BMW, has been described as... February 6, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
If you were disappointed that MINI’s two recently announced special editions, the Baker Street and Bayswater models, were only offered with the Cooper hard-top... February 3, 2012 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Diesel engines are finally starting to gain traction in the U.S., following years of rhetoric from automakers that American buyers just didn’t want them in their cars... January 27, 2012 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
The MINI Rocketman, revealed in concept form at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, may be dead. A new report out of the U.K. says BMW, which owns MINI, has thrown the brakes on the... January 23, 2012 by Nelson Ireson