Official R56 iPod Adapter Install Retrofit

We’ve got plethora of R56 iPod related PDFs for you today. Because of different configurations of MINI’s new sound-system, there are several official PDFs detailing the installation of the new iPod adapter....

MINI United Road Trip (Day 2/The ‘Ring)

Driving the Nurburgring Nordschleife has been my dream for years. It’s a goal for many auto enthusiasts akin to climbing Everest. The longest and most challenging track in the world, the Nordschleife...

Official R56 Portable Nav Install Retrofit

Today begins what we’re calling DIY week here at MotoringFile. Every day this week we’ll be featuring official retrofit PDFs for new R56 accessories. Today, we’re starting with the much talked about...

MINI United Road Trip (Day 1)

I’m on three hours of sleep and just finished a six hour stint on the Autobahn so this will be short. My first day in Germany went splendidly. My MINI was waiting...

MINI UK Sales Hit Record High

Official MINI UK Press Release: For a third successive month, MINI UK has posted record new car registrations. This fantastic hat-trick underlines the new model’s popularity with British motorists and confirms that...

MINI European Apparel & Accessories

Those of us in North America often get our own accessories and apparel from MINI. They’re designed to appeal the NA market and are often sold at a lower cost than the...

MINI United Interview #3

Todd and I spend some time with Shawn Ticehurst one last time before the big event. Who’s excited? As you listen to this, Gabe is furiously packing in preparation for Germany while...

The MotoringFile MINI United Road Trip

Soon I’ll be leaving for Munich and beginning my MINI United road trip across Europe. First on the list is picking up Laser Blue/White 2007 MCS (w/English Speaking Navigation!). Shortly afterwards I’ll...

MINI Cooper D to Come to Canada?

This week a story was posted by Globe and Mall about needing cleaner fuel in Canada. There were also some quotes from a few automakers, most notibly, BMW. >”We need a clean...

Exclusive Look at Hot Chocolate

MF Exclusive: Last year we broke the news of MINI’s featured (and exclusive) color of the 2008 Clubman; Hot Choclate. A few months ago we showed you a colorized sketch of the...