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Opinion: MINI Admits Issues with MINI E Program
Mon, Nov 16 | from MotoringFile
There is little question that the MINI E field trial was a bold move for BMW. It was designed to give the automaker valuable data and feedback on a large scale roll-out of electric cars among other things. It also placed BMW in the electronic infrastructure business – something that was expec...
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MINI E vs the MINI D – Which Would You Rather See in the US?
It appears that not only has the MINI Cooper D (in hatch form) been shelved for the US market, but it would now seem the a diesel Countryman has been as well. Costs are the big issue but beyond that BMW just doesn’t believe MINI USA could sell enough of the diesel powered MINIs to make up for the fe...
Mon, Nov 16 | from MotoringFile
Global MINI Sales Up 11% for October
Official Release: The continued popularity of the MINI and the variety of different models available ensured that sales volumes were up 11.1% for the premium compact car brand (19,323 deliveries/prev.yr. 17,386). The MINI Convertible again performed extremely well and, with 2,172 sale...
Sun, Nov 8 | from MotoringFile
MINI Celebrates The Opening of New Seattle Dealer
Seattle MINI is owned by Manfred Scharmach, who has been part of the MINI and BMW family for years. He also owns two additional BMW Group sales outlets in Washington, Northwest MINI and BMW Northwest. The dealership is located at 11550 Lake City Way NE, Seattle, WA 98125-5328.
Thu, Nov 5 | from MotoringFile
Plug-ins, the Electric Grid and You, Part II
Conventional hybrids should be a similar story when they gain the capacity for plug-in charging. Hymotion's L5 module is a conversion that’s already available for the second-generation Prius (2004-09). At 5 kwh, its battery is smaller than the Volt's, and it recharges in 5.5 hours on a 120...
Tue, Nov 3 | from Cars.com
Opinion: Worldwide MINI Sales Up 9.5% for September
Official Release: Global deliveries of the MINI brand climbed 9.5% to 24,759 units (prev. yr. 22,619) in the month under review. In particular, the new MINI Convertible (3,870 units / +232.2%) launched in late March and the MINI One, available in Hatch and Clubman versions (5,534 units / +60.4...
Wed, Oct 7 | from MotoringFile
2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman
The Mini Cooper Clubman is the epitome of a niche vehicle.The Mini Cooper Clubman is the epitome of a niche vehicle. As such, it's a car that works for some but will leave many people cold. For my part, I think it's pretty cool, but I'd have to think long and hard before I made it my primary vehicle. O...
Thu, Oct 1 | from Automobile Magazine
First Generation MINI Oil Leaks & Checking Your Oil (Updated w/more Info)
I own an R50/R52/R53, What Should I Do? For starters go check your oil… now. If it’s not low, make a mental note of the date (or better yet write it down) and be sure to check it again once a week (to see how to do this, you can watch DB’s demonstration below). If your oil is low head down to your MINI de...
Mon, Sep 28 | from MotoringFile
Podcast: White Roof Radio #306
After news from MotoringFile like we like to do, we talk engine failures and then move on to tires for the GP among other things. Classic WRR here gang. Just Gabe, Todd and I talkin’ about MINI stuff and mullets just like the good old days.
Wed, Sep 16 | from MotoringFile
2009 FRANKFURT MOTOR SHOW: Mini embraces quirks
Hours before the Mini Coupe Concept is unveiled at the Frankfurt show, Hildebrand expounds on the Mini design philosophy and is asked about other carmakers, such as Fiat with its new 500, trying to capture some of the Mini magic. “Being copied is the biggest honor,� he responds, “bu...
Mon, Sep 14 | from Automobile Magazine
Podcast: White Roof Radio #305
Then into another edition of Ask Chad! Great questions that produced some great answers! If you are looking for the R56 Cooper intake (or R55 or R57 Cooper), click the image above to go straight to Detroit Tuned to put your name on the list. Woofcast 305: Woofcast 305:
Mon, Sep 7 | from MotoringFile
Podcast: White Roof Radio #301
After news, Chad lays down some tips to help keep your MINI running well and performing some of your own DIY installs like brakes. This brought up the idea for a possible new segment on the show called Ask Chad, where he answers your questions. What say you? Leave a comment below.
Mon, Aug 3 | from MotoringFile
Podcast: White Roof Radio #297, Part 1
The Woofcast is back! So much in fact that we had to split it into 2 parts this week. Starting off tonight, Todd and Gabe spend some time getting caught up, including Gabe’s latest BMW press cars. Of course, this is the MINI Cooper Podcast, so they finished off talking about news [...]
Mon, Jun 15 | from MotoringFile
Opinion: MINI Fares Poorly in Low Speed Crash Test
According to the IIHS you’ll want to be extra careful to avoid low speed accidents if your a MINI driver. A recent study gave the car a “poor” grade in low speed impacts due to the repair costs. Here’s an excerpt from their report: Pricey styling decisions: The Mini Cooper is the only car [...]
Thu, Jun 11 | from MotoringFile
2009 Mini Cooper Convertible Review - Autochannel
press release) 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible Review press release) Mini size, maxi fun, now add sun... The second-generation Mini Convertible provides all of the spirited driving experience of its hardtop siblings, and all of the good fuel economy, plus fresh air and sunshine on demand. ...
Sun, May 24 | from Autochannel
MF Review: 2004 BMW 3 Series ZHP
And I have a red BMW parked in my garage. Yes the MINI is gone and I’m back to rear wheel drive with a propeller on the hood. I wouldn’t call the car “just” a BMW, yet it doesn’t quite justify a real M badge (despite the peppering of that letter throughout the car by the company). It’s not single purpo...
Mon, May 11 | from MotoringFile
How to close your ZippeeShade
This is a detailed tutorial of how to close your ZippeeShade Mini... Author: ZippeeGear Keywords: Mini Cooper Mini Clubman R50 R53 R55 R56 JCW Sunroof Mini Mania Moss Mini Added: March 7, 2009
Sat, Mar 7 | from YouTube
More Mini News
Opinion: Nissan Doubles Warranty on CVTs Due to Mechanical Failures
At this point MINI hasn’t acknowledged the issue and it’s not clear that they will ever do so. However if you’ve had your CVT fail on your R50 MINI, make sure you’re voice is heard both at your local dealer and at MINI USA corporate. BMW has a history of eventually taking care of large scale issue...
Wed, Nov 18 | from MotoringFile
