Autocar Drives the 2007 MCS
Autocar got their hands on a press car in Spain during the official press launch of the 2007 MCS and found the new car generally an improvement. Here’s an excerpt: >The ride...
More Official R56 Photos Released
With the R56 review embargo now over, MINI has released a new set of R56 photos along with some initial design sketches. For the first time we also get a look at...
The London Times on the 2007 MCS
Unlike the many reviews we’ll be seeing over the next few days and weeks, it would seem the Times didn’t actually drive the car. However it’s a good starting point for those...
NYT: Can MINI Stay up to Speed?
The New York Times reports on the new MINI and all the challenges that come with it. Here’s an excerpt: >Can the Mini Cooper keep its buzz going for a second generation?...
MotoringFile Design Analysis: 2007 MINI
As a designer, I’m always very weary of pronouncing a final opinion on anything design related without seeing it in the flesh and getting to know it for at least a few...
MINI2 Reviews the 2007 MINI
It looks like Paul from MINI2 pulled the trigger on his 2007 MINI review a little early considering the embargo date of October 10th. But then again, he wasn’t the first. That...
MINI Reinvents Itself
Another great article from the Paris Autoshow. It’s a genuine world debut, but you need to look twice — and in this case that’s actually the best news they could have hoped...
2007 MINI Production Videos
For this week’s video Friday we have a four part video that goes into detail on the 2007 R56 MINI production process. It spans three plants and gives you an unparalleled look...
Wheels24 Test Drives the R56
Evolutionary rather than revolutionary. >Yet the changes are important, ranging from new engines through to better safety for pedestrians to improved ride and handling and a bit more space inside and in...