After Dani Sordo (ES) and Carlos del Barrio (ES) finished second on the return of the brand to the legendary Monte Carlo Rally, the direction has now been set for a long-term MINI presence in the FIA World Rally Championship … Continue reading
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In well-worn M philosophy, the chassis must always be faster than the engine. For decades this has been an engineering challenge for M, because they’ve always fitted stonking engines under the hood. To go the wayward American route of fitting … Continue reading
The iconic M6 returns from a two year hiatus more powerful, more athletic, more focused, more luxurious and more efficient than ever before. Since the “M6” badge was first placed on a BMW back in 1987, this iconic model has … Continue reading
The new 2013 BMW M6 Convertible makes its world debut today with the first photos and official information. As expected, the new M6 shares the same engine with the recently unveiled M5. Internally designated as the S63Tü this new engine … Continue reading
See update below with official BMW statement BMW of North America has agreed to pay a $3 million fine to settle U.S. government allegations that it failed to promptly notify regulators about potential safety defects. NTHSA says that BMW agreed … Continue reading
Some fragment of an article flashed by, probably on an iPad, that got me thinking about all of the small-scale manufacturers of automobiles and their need for drivetrain components. More than one genius has gone to financial ruin thinking they … Continue reading





After Dani Sordo (ES) and Carlos del Barrio (ES) finished second on the return of the brand to the legendary Monte Carlo Rally, the direction has now been set for a long-term MINI presence in the FIA World Rally Championship … Continue reading
This spring sees the market launch of the first open-top two-seater in company history – in the guise of the MINI Roadster. The sixth model from the British premium carmaker is an elegant, sporty compact car for discerning drivers who … Continue reading
For MINI fans looking to combine open-top driving fun with sophisticated individuality and an essential dose of Brit-cool, the MINI Convertible Highgate provides the perfect stage. The new special-edition variant of the soft-top four-seater seizes the limelight with its innovative … Continue reading
MINI published this weekend an extensive photo gallery with MINI Roadster, the latest addition to the MINI family. MINI Roadster is the sixth model in the brand’s current line-up and the first open-top two-seater in its history, and is currently … Continue reading
Our Road Test Editor, Shawn Molnar recently reported for autos.sympatico.ca in Kuhtai, Austria, delivering his impressions of MINI’s Countryman JCW prototype. The MINI Countryman JCW is expected to go into production in the second half of this year – and … Continue reading
After a seven years partnership with Butler Shine Stern & Partners, MINI is searching for a new ad agency. According to AdAge, BMW’s MINI has started a review process led by North Carolina consulting firm, Hasan & Co. The scope … Continue reading
The second place overall scored by Dani Sordo and co-driver Carlos del Barrio on the Rally Monte Carlo means the MINI WRC Team has kicked off its 2012 campaign in style. The MINI WRC Team continued seamlessly into 2012 after … Continue reading
With just months to go before the Olympic Games get under way in the capital city of the brand’s home country, MINI introduces two new special-edition models to spread contemporary London style around the world. The latest takes on the … Continue reading
In an interview for Automotive News, Dr. Kay Segler, Head of MINI, says the company will add three models by the end of the decade. Segler refrained from offering specific details on the three models, but they will likely use … Continue reading