The Forgotten Electric MINI GP That Predicted Today’s EV Performance Problem
Did you know MINI once built an electric GP? No, not the Formula E pace car that made the rounds a few years ago. This was something far more interesting. A real...
MINI Ends Aftermarket Coding—While Introducing Its Own Customization Options
Say goodbye to aftermarket coding and apps Bimmercode. MINI has shut down the popular coding loophole on its latest models—but there’s a twist. With the introduction of MINI OS9, new built-in customization...
2020-2024 MINI Cooper SE Recalled Due to Potential Battery Issue
MINI is recalling over 10,000 electric F56 based MINI Cooper SEs in the United States due to a fairly alarming manufacturing issue. The defect involves the battery and could lead to a...
Part 3: Did MINI Go Electric Too Soon? (or Not Soon Enough?)
Fifteen years ago MINI debuted its first electric car - the MINI E. Created as a rolling test bed for BMW, the MINI E was a riot to drive and quickly earned a loyal fanbase of early adopters. But with only 100 miles of range and a $850 lease price, had limited appeal. Worse yet, it turned out MINI had no follow-up sequel.
Formula E Unveiling Electric MINI Racing Series
Today, Formula E unveiled the NXT Gen Cup, an electric MINI based racing series that will travel the world to support Formula E. The series will include male and female drivers with...
The Electric MINI Cooper SE Was the Best Selling MINI Globally in 2023
The best selling MINI in 2023 was the ancient MINI Cooper SE making up 15.3% of global MINI sales for the full year. Looking further sales of electrified vehicles (incl. plug-in hybrids)...
F56 MINI Cooper SE production Extended for North America
The F56 MINI Cooper SE production ended last year with one important exception – those destined for North America. Why? Due to global politics the US and Canada won’t see the all...
The Final Review of the F56 MINI Cooper SE – the Best Buy in the MINI Line-up
If you’ve been reading MotoringFile for the past year you’ll know that there’s enormous buzz around the forthcoming electric J01 MINI Cooper. It’s a ground-up electric car built on a bespoke platform...
The First Electric MINI Cooper Discounts Begin to Appear
Recently we’ve begun seeing the first real inventory of the electric MINI Cooper SE at US dealers. It’s the first time since launch that the electric F56 has not only been available...
MINI USA Releases Hilarious AI Powered Experience Promoting The electric MINI Cooper
Today MINI USA is unleashing an all new (and hilarious) AI powered experience promoting the electric MINI Cooper. The digital experience and advertising campaign was done in collaboration with Pereira O’Dell, an...
The One millionth F56 MINI delivered in Canada
MINI made headlines in mid-April when it announced the production of its one millionth car of the current generation. And on Wednesday, June 28th, that momentous vehicle was delivered to first time...