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...

Clubman on the ‘Ring

We’ve seen the pictures, now it’s time for some video. Autoexpress has a short clip of the Clubman being put through it’s paces at the famed Nurburgring. >Company bosses were being a...

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...

MINI Product Numbering System Explained

We’ve had quite a few emails lately from readers wanting a full explanation of MINI’s internal numbering system. R55, R56, R53, it can get a bit confusing if you’re relatively new to...

2007 Nav’s iDrive-like Controller

There’s been some further information on MINI’s new Navigation system. As we reported a few weeks back, MINI’s new navigation system includes an iDrive-like controller and a simplified interface not unlike iDrive...

World Debut of the new MINI

A unique story of success is entering the next round: The MINI, the world’s best-selling small premium car, is entering its second model generation. Making its world debut at the 2006 Paris...