Racing car celebrates world premiere in 24-hour race at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife. Press Release: Motor sport is in the MINI genes. And now the carmaker is set to add a new chapter to its racing heritage with the arrival of the … 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





Racing car celebrates world premiere in 24-hour race at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife. Press Release: Motor sport is in the MINI genes. And now the carmaker is set to add a new chapter to its racing heritage with the arrival of the … Continue reading
Our favorite journalist, Chris Harris of UK magazine EVO delivers another exciting and interesting comparison. This time, Harris compares the MINI John Cooper Works against the Citroen DS3 R, Renault Clio RS Cup, the VW Polo GTI and the English … Continue reading
Exclusive to the MINI Cooper S: John Cooper Works Tuning Kit. The selection of John Cooper Works retrofit options will also welcome some attractive new additions in spring 2011. Customers keen to sample the sporting driving experience in the MINI Cooper S, … Continue reading
In response to high dealer demand, MINI USA will offer a limited number of the MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50 special edition vehicles in the US. 50 of the hand-built vehicles will be delivered to US dealers, beginning … Continue reading
For many motoring enthusiasts, driving isn’t about a prolonged, overly involved love of cars from birth, it helps, but is more focused around spectacular moments when seeking or even finding driving nirvana. They are moments that stick in your mind … Continue reading
Both were revolutionary and triumphant: in the summer of 1959 Alec Issigonis presented his concept for a small car which, with its transverse-mounted front four-cylinder engine and space for four occupants plus luggage, was to become a byword for economy … Continue reading