MINI Introduces Rainbow Colors for the UK Only
These new range of colors follow along the lines of the previous versions which were known “Fip Colours” in 2004 and then “Dreamline Colours” in 2007. This year MINI UK is back...
MINI Solves R55/R56/R57 MCS Cold Start Problem (Again)
Last year MINI finally solved the dreaded cold start issue that afflicted the R56 Cooper S. Or so they thought. As it turned out, while the issue was eliminated in some cars...
More Power for MINI in 2010
(Look below for the full release just published hours after this was originally posted). Over the last few days we’ve been able to get a clearer focus on MINI’s pending 2011 model...
It’s Official: MINI to Get More Power in 2010
That was quick. No sooner had we reported on the engine refresh than MINI sent out an official press release with all the facts and figures we were expecting. We’ll have more...
MINI’s 2011 Product Strategy Revealed
2011 is the start of an all-out product offensive for MINI. With efficiency regulations going up around the world, and the need for more economies of scale, BMW intends to leverage the...
MINI at the North American Auto Show
The joy of motoring has a future – and MINI presents this great future in a thrilling range of models. MINI is showcasing various visions for individual mobility in the world of...
MINI E Mileage Drop in Cold Weather
We talked about this in the past, but it does seem that the MINI E is having a hard time dealing with cold weather. >Remember that time you left your phone in...
Adam Carolla Talks MINI Concepts at the LA Autoshow
Adam Carolla perused the LA Autoshow recently and had a chat with Vinnie Kung, MINI USA Product Manager. On the agenda, the new MINI Roadster and Coupé concepts, the MINI crossover and...
NHTSA Forces MINI USA to Recall Vehicles for a Free Upgrade
The US government agency the NHTSA (always one of our least favorites) is requiring MINI USA to recall certain 2010 MC and MCS vehicles for inadvertently upgrading the stock 16″ wheels to...
The MINI E Switched on in the UK
Official UK Release: On 13 December 2009 at MINI’S Oxford plant, forty electric MINI E cars were handed over to their test drivers, who are all members of the public. This marks...