2016 MINI Countryman Overview
The 2016 MINI Countryman is the larger sibling of the better-known MINI Cooper. The Countryman has increased cargo space and comfortable seating for five, making it practical for a family without detracting from MINI’s fun-to-drive attitude. Available in four trim levels, including the souped-up John Cooper Works, the Countryman has something for everyone. [wptab name=”What’s […]
MINI Releases Fashion Accessories Line
MINI is known for its line of unique vehicles that mix the classic with the contemporary. MINI is not, however, known for its fashion designs… until now, that is. The automaker has collaborated with six Italian artists to create The MINI Gentleman’s Collection—a line of six accessories designed to help you stand out in the […]
[VIDEO] Jet-Powered MINI Runs Out of Road, Crashes
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There’s no denying that the MINI Cooper is one cool car. From its retro looks to its customizability, anyone driving a MINI Cooper automatically gains points for being awesome. But there are always those people who take it too far. This was the case with some clever soul who decided that it would be a […]
MINI Takes Prestigious “Resale Value Giant” Title in Five Categories
British premium automotive brand MINI may produce small cars but it’s accomplished something big. The producer of the popular MINI Cooper and MINI One has seized the gold in Focus Online’s 2015 list of the vehicles with the most lasting value on the German automotive market. In fact, MINI scored the top spot in not […]
MINI Augmented Vision Glasses Give X-Ray View of 2015 Auto Shanghai
Plus, the latest John Cooper Works model makes an appearance
Remember those x-ray glasses BMW was reportedly developing back in February? The idea generated a lot of buzz due to the claim the glasses could see directly through the brand’s automobiles. Said eye-wear was unveiled this week at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show..but for the MINI brand. Attendees to China’s biggest automotive expo got a glimpse at […]
Chrome MINI Prank: A David Bowie Copycat?
Yesterday (April 1st), MINI put out a press release about a new model made entirely of chrome that had the power to dazzle—or possibly blind—you. The idea itself seemed pretty legitimate, until I got to the part of the press release that claimed “By way of a precaution, MINI expressly points out to photojournalists who […]
MINI Plans Record-Breaking MINI on the Mack Parade for August 1st
Two summers ago, MINI organized a parade of MINI Cooper cars in an attempt to break the standing record of 1,450 MINIs in a parade (set by the London & Surrey Mini Owners Club in 2009). While the parade drew quite a crowd in 2013, it wasn’t quite enough to set a new record. And […]
MINI’s Three-Cylinder Turbo Named to Ward’s 10 Best Engines List
Every year, the experts over at WardsAuto World compile a list of the 10 Best Engines available on the current market. This year, there was a pool of 38 nominees, each of which the editors put through their paces during October and November on their regular commutes around Metro Detroit, narrowing the list down to […]
MINI Citysurfer Concept Changes Your Commute
While some urban dwellers enjoy life without a vehicle, others crave the freedom that owning a car gives them. For people who live in large cities, vehicles are often luxuries rather than necessities, but there’s no denying that it’s handy to have a car when you’re faced with another packed train or bus on your […]
MINI Motoring Challenge Features Pinball Machine, Scaled-Down Silverstone, and More
Earlier in October, MINI held the MINI Motoring Challenge in the parking lot of City Field, home of the New York Mets. The event was a great chance to hang out, have a good time, and—most importantly—test-drive the MINI Cooper Hardtop. But this was no ordinary test drive. Attendees were able to drive the Cooper […]
MINI Goes All Around: A MINI Road Trip of Epic Proportions
Recently, two Germans took it upon themselves to take a trip around the world. But rather than doing so in the comfort of a plane, they decided to do it in their own MINI Cooper. Why, you might ask? For no other reason than that the two simply wanted to see the world, and they wanted […]
#asktheNEWMINI Hashtag Provides Answers to Your Burning Questions
If you have ever wished you could ask a MINI Cooper the meaning of life, here’s your chance! Whether you want to know an actual fact about the redesigned MINI, or just want to pull a Siri (“Siri, what does the fox say?”), you now have the opportunity to get your questions out there for […]
Pace Yourself for Adventure: MINI Paceman Adventure Concept
Known for its adventurous side, MINI frequently seems to come up with creative ideas for ad campaigns or April Fools’ Day pranks. Turns out, if you’re an apprentice for MINI at the BMW plant in Munich, you get to have some fun too. Using the MINI Cooper S Paceman as a base, the OEM’s apprentices […]
Uncommon Car Colors: 2024 Models Available in Green
Are you looking for a new car, truck, or SUV in a unique color? Green exterior paint is a great way to stand apart from the abundance of vehicles on the road in gray, silver, black, or white. A few years ago, I predicted that green hues like could be making a comeback, and 2024 […]
The Best Paramount Plus Movies for Auto Enthusiasts
Meet the newest heavyweight in the streaming game: Paramount Plus. Formerly known as CBS All Access, this service recently launched a major expansion. Subscribers can choose from a deep catalog of movies and television shows, along with a wide variety of live sporting events and news programs. If you love watching cars on the screen […]
The Do’s & Don’ts of Classic Car Cruise-in & Show Etiquette
One of the best things about warm weather is seeing all the classic cars escaping from their winter slumber and traveling to local car cruise-ins. For those who are beginners in the local car show circuit, I’ve already discussed what items you should bring. More important than that, here are some do’s and don’ts of car […]
2021 Ford Bronco Sport Named Coolest Car Under $30K
Kelley Blue Book is pretty good at taking that intangible idea of being cool and putting a value on it. KBB’s Coolest Cars list is a trusted standard for measuring the innate coolness of new rides year after year. And for 2021, what else could have possibly been the coolest thing under $30,000 but the […]
Classy Car Colors: 2021 Models Available in Green
Every year, I peruse the leading automakers’ current lineup of vehicles to see which models can be ordered with green exterior paint. Green has become a rare color option in recent years, but luckily 2021 is a good year for shoppers searching for a new car in this underrated hue. While some automakers continue to […]