Shawn Molnar

Smoke lingers in the air, slowly drifting across the sun-set scene. But it’s not tire smoke – it’s billowing out of the BBQ, this time a classic Bratwurst VS Johnsonville Brats cook-off. American meat vs…

BMW Group Canada achieves record sales for first half of 2012. MINI sets second consecutive record for best-ever month. Richmond Hill, ON. BMW Group Canada (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported a year-to-date increase of…

That feels better. I think subconsciously I was, indeed we all were, carrying a basket of stress at the rumor of a V6 M3. It’s undeniably sacrilegious. A few moons ago I wrote a piece…

Just the title of today’s Opposite Lock is probably enough to ruffle a few feathers. 1M owners everywhere are clinging to their gearshift in defiance, scowling through the windsheild with a twisted face. But, try…

And that’s a wrap! Thus concludes BMWBLOG’s coverage of the 2012 New York International Auto show. We hope you’ve enjoyed our coverage of BMW Group’s new cars. As a final hurrah, please enjoy our photo…

BMWBLOG had the opportunity to speak with Vinnie Kung, Product Manager for MINI North America. MINI’s fun, intelligent presence is founded on the fun, intelligent personalities of its employees. Mr Kung certainly represents the brand…

New to the US market, the X1 fills a space below the X3, offering all wheel drive, a higher ride height, and hatchback utility. We like its looks (though we admit they are polarizing) and…

Just kidding. But with amphibious abilities, the Yachtsman umm… concept… certainly floats our boat. Equipped with a snorkel, marine lights, and a very handy and well-thought-out tow hook, the MINI Yachtsman certainly looks the part….

MINI’s diminutive SUV packs big attitude. The John Cooper Works Countryman has made its way stateside, no doubt after bullying an innocent ferry to cross the pond. MINI’s move to AWD performance with the JCW…

Making its North American premiere, BMW’s new 6 Gran Coupe mixes 5 series practicality with 6 series style. The new 6 Gran Coupe will sit prominently at the top of the lineup as a premium…