2025 MINI Cooper JCW Is Hiding an Extra Exhaust Pipe
When the new (F66) 2025 MINI Cooper JCW debuted earlier this year, it surprised MINI enthusiasts by shifting from a dual exhaust layout to what appeared to be a single, large outlet. However,...
The Secret War That Shaped the MINI Cooper’s Future
As MINI plots its future, it’s worth stepping back to one of the most transformative eras in the brand’s history—the 1990s. This was a defining decade when BMW found itself at a...
Revisiting the R50’s Debut: How the Press Fell for the New MINI
It’s hard to believe, but the R50 MINI made its grand entrance at the 2000 Paris Motor Show over 20 years ago. Enthusiasts were smitten from the start, but what did the...
MINI Cancels J03 Electric Convertible Amid Changing EV Strategy
In a move that’s sure to disappoint open-air MINI enthusiasts, we’ve confirmed that MINI has scrapped plans for its much-anticipated electric convertible, the J03 Cooper. This decision is yet another sign of...
Opinion: Why MINI Halting (J01) Cooper & (J05) Aceman UK Production Plans is a Good Thing
MINI is rumored to be reversing its decision to build the electric MINI Cooper and Aceman in the UK. While it may seem shocking, it shows us that MINI, unlike other automakers,...
BMW Rumored to Halt Plans for Electric J01 MINI Cooper & J05 Aceman Production in the UK
In a surprise development, BMW is rumored to have shelved plans to build the current J01 Cooper and J05 Aceman in the UK. Despite earlier plans, the decision not to electrify the...
A Guide to the R50, R52 & R53 MINI Cooper Special Editions
The R50, R53, and R52 generations of MINI are celebrated for their classic styling, perfect proportions, and visceral dynamics. But if you’re looking for the perfect used example, you’ll want to get...
R50 MINI Cooper Launch Relived with the First-Ever Photos & Press Release
When the sheet was pulled off, wows could be heard from an audience. Even the most jaded automotive journalists seemed to be stunned at what BMW and the Rover team had pulled...
Video Review: 2025 MINI Cooper S 4-Door – Is A Bigger Cooper Still Fun to Drive?
In this video review we get behind the wheel of the four-door MINI Cooper S to see what an extra pair of doors does to MINI’s iconic hatch. Does it still drive...
MINI & Pantone Unveil the Color of the Year On The New MINI Cooper Convertible
MINI USA and Pantone joined forces in New York City on December 5 to unveil the Pantone Color of the Year 2025 alongside a very special MINI. The centerpiece of the event...