MINI's in Orbit?

Could we see a MINI in orbit this Wednesday? [ Master Blasters ] Scifi TV The goal appears to be a field goal from 1000 yards with a MINI. How do you...

A Loss in the Community

This past Thursday we here in the NY/NJ/CT MINI Club lost a very dear member. Ed Smith a.ka. Maxamini passed away suddenly a week before his daughters wedding. Ed was a hilarious...

Heel and Toe Shifting Made Simple

Here’s a great primer for all those interested in moving to the next level of shifting by frequent MotoringFile contributor Jerry Bradbury: BE CAREFUL. DRIVE DEFENSIVELY. STAY ALERT. PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE 1....

Kenwood iPod Interface Reader Review

This review comes from MotoringFile reader Nathaniel Salzman: Kenwood, like other after-market car stereo producers has wisely offered an interface between their car stereo head units and the iPod. This $100 add-on...

Alpine Head Unit and iPod Adapter Review

Sent in by MotoringFile reader Brian Shearon: When contemplating stereo options for my 2005 MCS Convertible, I knew the increased road noise (both with the top up as well as down) from...

The Italian Job Tour

Having trouble reliving the original Italian Job on your daily commute? Here’s your chance to do it right: The Italian Job Tour.

MINI_Motion Line Wins a Gold IDEA Award

From the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA.org): The MINI_motion product line contains a series of accessories-a watch, shoe, carpack, and jacket. The products are sold outside the typical channel of car...

MINI Convertible Wins a Silver IDEA Award

From the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA.org): BMW wanted to build on its popular MINI vehicle by offering a convertible model. The challenge was to integrate a fully automatic soft top...