MINI USA’s Cash for Clunkers Bumper Sticker

Brilliant. Apparently this was given out to dealers recently to be used over the next several months. So here’s our question to US MF readers. Are you going to take advantage of...

Official: BMW to Exit Formula One

This is a repost from BimmerFile. Obviously not specific to MINI but since this is the closest thing to a MINI F2 team, we thought it was appropriate. Thanks everyone for sending...

MINI at the IAA 2009 Frankfurt Motorshow

Official Release: On September 15, 2009, IAA Frankfurt Motor Show opens its gates to the press. A first for BMW Group: This year, all three brands are presented under one roof –...

’62 Mini to Race in 24 Hours of LeMons

As we at MF gear up to enter our own 24 Hours of LeMons race in early October (without a MINI sadly) we couldn’t help but be inspired by a team from...

White Roof Radio #300

We start out with news from MotoringFile like we like to do, break into a few voicemails (Thanks Drill and Jonathan!) and finish with some great talk about the R60 and upcoming...

The Secret History of the MINI R60 Crossover

In 2001 when MINI was relaunched by BMW there were plans for a number of different vehicles. The hatch, the convertible, the clubman and even the yet to be released speedster where...

MINI UK Switches to Non-Runflat Tires

According to Switchback.com MINI UK will be eliminating runflat tires from all vehicles with 15″ wheels from the 2010 model year in the UK. Instead owners will get the MINI Mobility kit...

New MINI Collection Celebrates “Brit chic” Revival

[pictobrowser motoringfile 72157621634332071] As well as having a huge influence on the international music scene, British bands like the Sex Pistols, The Clash and the Rolling Stones have also left their hallmark...