MINI Production to Expand Outside the UK?
Our friends at Insideline had a chance to catch-up with Ian Robertson about the state of MINI and he had some interesting remarks. As we know MINI production is bursting at the...
BMW Reportedly in Talks with Toyota to Share Future City Car Platform
Another week, another new rumored partner for MINI platform sharing. This week it’s Toyota and the next generation iQ. For those that don’t know, the Toyota iQ is a somewhat revolutionary city...
Rumor: MINI to Join WRC with Countryman?
Autocar and British publication Motorsport News are reporting that BMW is seriously considering entering the World Rally Championship (WRC) with the upcoming Countryman. This ties in very nicely with the report that...
MINI to Launch Special JCW Countryman Performance Model
Over the next few years MINI will focus on performance. The speedster and the coupe will lead the way with light body shells and some unique performance options. However MINI will look...
MF Exclusive: MINI Considering a Sedan?
To survive MINI needs more models. It’s clear that this is BMW’s philosophy. More models off of existing platforms allow for greater cost efficiency and help MINI target new customer segments. Last...
Rolls Royce MINI Still Not Approved?
Last week we reported on the potential for a Rolls Royce branded MINI. Today, we have updated information and a few photos courtesy of Total MINI. While Rolls Royce is building a...
Rolls Royce MINI Confirmed as Limited Edition Model
Through several sources we have discovered that the new Roll Royce won’t be a package but a limited edition model consisting of bespoke interior items including custom dash, headliner and other signature...
MF Exclusive: Rolls Royce Creating Limited Edition MINI
Rolls Royce is getting into the coach building business in the least likely way. Several highly reliable sources have told us that the company that brought us the opulant luxury of the...
(Updated) The Next MINI? More Images Surface of Supposed MINI Design Mock-up
Update – it’s a fake! We’ve uncovered the truth after some further investigation. A second much more telling image has surfaced from several publications purporting to be an early version of the...
BMW/MINI Wary of Mercedes Partnership
Reports of BMW and Mercedes partnering to make everything from small cars to major components is like watching a tennis match. Every week seems to bring new statements either confirming or refuting...