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White Roof Radio #297, Part 2

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United, Podcast Jun 16th, 2009 1 Comment

Todd and I take the time to completely recap the drunken debauchery that was MINI United 2009. The things we saw, the things we did, including driving Silverstone circuit. Yes, that Silverstone. Yes, in a MINI. Yes, it was pretty awesome. Too bad Todd got an automatic transmission. He ended up taking a leisurely cruise around the course instead.

How about a funny story about MINI USA? Sure, we have one of those too. And, if you missed it, there was this. Which was pretty funny too.

Oh yea, Todd rode in a helicopter. You can see that here.

I was going to ride too, but, well, you’ll just have to listen.

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MINI United 2009: Dr. Armbrecht Interview

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United, Podcast Jun 11th, 2009 17 Comments

Of course, it wouldn’t be a MINI United unless we got the chance to talk to the main man in charge, Dr. Wolfgang Armbrecht, Senior Vice President of Brand Management at MINI. He gives us the lowdown on the latest MINI updates. Or, as much as he could. Pay special attention to the part about the Crossover and the “optional” four wheel drive feature. Also, in what should be music to some enthusiasts’ ears, note that Dr. Armbrecht stated that in the future MINI would be focusing on “the trend toward smaller cars”. Keep in mind this statement followed some discussion of the Crossover, a larger MINI, but the statement can be taken as a hopeful hint of where MINI may be going next.

This is the last of our MINI United coverage. If you missed any of it, you can find it all here. Don’t forget to also check out the WRR YouTube Channel for the all of the video we posted.

MINI United ‘09: Dr. Armbrecht Interview :

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MINI United 2009: The People

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United, Podcast Jun 3rd, 2009 4 Comments

What would MINI United be without the owners? We get a chance to speak to many of the people from the US and quite a few of the locals as well.

There is still a little more audio to follow, including our interview with Dr. Armbrecht. Watch for that! If you missed any of the photos, you can check them out here. Don’t forget to also check out the WRR YouTube Channel for the all of the video we posted.

MINI United 2009 – The people:

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MINI United 2009: Udo Mark Interview

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United Jun 2nd, 2009 2 Comments

At MIN United Todd got the opportunity to catch up with Udo Mark, the technical coordinator of the MINI Challenge world-wide. Details on the Challenge car set ups, rules and differences between the street legal JCW and the JCW Challenge car are discussed.

Stay tuned for even more audio from MINI United 2009.

MINI United: Udo Mark:

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MINI United 2009: Todd & Gabe Talk WC50

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United, Podcast May 31st, 2009 9 Comments

Shortly after we reported on the WC50, Todd was able to connect with Gabe during his weekend to talk about the car and a little bit about MINI United.

There is still more to come gang! We’ve got interviews with owners, Dr. Armbrecht and others that will be coming later in the week.

MINI United: Todd & Gabe:

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MINI United 2009: Michael Hoehn Interview

MotoringFile Sections: MINI United, Motorsports, Podcast May 28th, 2009 3 Comments

We had the chance to interview Michael Hoehn, Director of MINI Challenge Development. It’s a great piece for all those interested all that goes into the MINI Challenge.

Still to come is our interview with the Technical Director for the MINI Challenge as well as Dr. Armbrecht from MINI AG.

MINI United Interview: Michael Hoehn

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New MINI Collection Debuts at MINI United

MotoringFile Sections: Accessories, MINI United May 28th, 2009 No Comments

Official Release: Driving the MINI is simply fascinating – time and again. But the unique feeling so typical of the MINI goes much, much further. And to express his or her passion for unmistakable style also off the road, the genuine enthusiast will find lots of options in the MINI Collection. continued →

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R55: Clubman
R56: One/MC/MCS Coupe
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