Some traditions are sacrosanct while others are more like habits. The Mini Cooper featuring a front-wheel-drive platform probably isn’t an inviolable rule, but it is something we’ve come to expect. Interestingly, a new report from Autocar subverts those same expectations and suggests that the next-generation Cooper Electric could adopt a rear-drive setup. According to the […]
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Car
Sep 7, 2025
Surf & Speed Unite: MINI JCW × Deus Ex Machina Reveal Dual One-Off Cars
Deus Ex Machina has partnered with MINI John Cooper Works (JCW) to create two exclusive, one-off cars that draw on MINI’s storied racing heritage and Deus’s lifestyle ethos. The bespoke MINI JCW x DEUS duo will make its world premiere at IAA Mobility 2025 on September 6 at the MINI Pavilion in Munich. Across the […]
Car
Jan 28, 2025
MINI Showcases Fully-Optioned John Cooper Works Car
The MINI John Cooper Works (JCW) takes its legendary go-kart driving dynamics to a new level, proving its capabilities in challenging winter conditions. With its signature agility and racing-inspired enhancements, the high-performance three-door MINI aims to deliver adrenaline-filled fun that can handle the snow and ice, enhanced by genuine JCW accessories. Powered by a 2.0L […]
Car
Oct 16, 2024
MINI Launches Two New John Cooper Works Models
MINI has unveiled the all-new John Cooper Works (JCW) Electric at the 2024 Paris Motor Show, marking a significant step in the brand’s commitment to electrification. This all-electric model brings MINI’s performance model into the electric era, showcasing up to 190 kW (258 hp) of power and updated aerodynamics. The MINI JCW Electric can sprint […]
Car
Oct 9, 2024
The New MINI Cooper S Convertible Makes Its Debut
MINI has unveiled its latest model, the MINI Cooper S Convertible, bringing a blend of iconic design and modern technology to the open-top driving experience. The standout feature of the MINI Cooper S Convertible is its fully automatic soft top, which opens in just 18 seconds, even at speeds up to 18 mph. The roof […]
Car
Jul 26, 2024
New MINI Cooper S Surfaces with John Cooper Works Trim
The latest MINI Cooper S, now available in the John Cooper Works (JCW) trim, aims to blend sporty aesthetics with the brand’s storied racing heritage. This three-door model features distinctive front and rear designs that highlight its agile handling and performance capabilities. Under the hood, the MINI Cooper S boasts a capable 2.0L TwinPower Turbo […]
Car
May 21, 2024
New MINI John Cooper Works to Debut at Nürburgring
MINI has announced that its latest John Cooper Works (JCW) model will make its debut at the iconic 24 Hours of Nürburgring and not simply as a show car. This grueling endurance race, known for its demanding nature, will see the new model take on the legendary Nürburgring-Nordschleife track from June 1-2. The petrol-powered MINI […]
Car
Apr 29, 2024
MINI Unveils the Aceman: It’s First All-Electric Crossover
MINI has officially introduced the Aceman, marking its entry into the crossover segment within the premium small car market. The Aceman, combining compact dimensions with spacious interiors, ushers in a new era of all-electric urban mobility for the brand. The vehicle’s design philosophy, “Charismatic Simplicity,” mirrors the vision of MINI’s inventor, Sir Alec Issigonis, of […]
Bike
Sep 20, 2023
Iconic Carmaker MINI and Angell Mobility Release MINI E-Bike 1
The push towards a more sustainable future for transportation has seen carmaker MINI join forces with e-bike manufacturer Angell Mobility, resulting in the all new MINI E-Bike 1 – a limited-edition electric bicycle that comes in two models and two color schemes. The MINI E-Bike 1 is limited to just 1,959 pieces – a nod […]
Car
Sep 1, 2023
MINI Teases Lovecraft Collaboration Ahead of Upcoming Community Event
In light of IAA Mobility 2023, MINI reveals a new collaboration with cultural hub and creative enterprise Lovecraft to bring a special celebration of the car brand to the Munich-based festival. Taking place tomorrow, the event will focus on the new “MINI Family” formed of its recently premiered all-electric MINI Cooper and MINI Countryman models. […]
Car
Apr 27, 2023
Hedi Slimane and CELINE Have Customized a Vintage MINI Moke
Saint-Tropez is intrinsically connected to Hedi Slimane‘s vision for CELINE — it is the epicenter of French Riviera-chic, a place that still remembers the golden days of vintage cinema, timeless class and peak celebrity status. And the best way to get around the district is in a drop-top car, such as the vintage MINI Moke. […]
Car
Apr 11, 2023
MINI Presents New Digital Assistant, Spike
MINI has presented its new intelligent personal assistant at the Auto Shanghai International Trade Fair titled, Spike. Inspired by the English Bulldog, he provides various forms of support to drivers. Appearing for the first time in the cockpit of the 5-DoorMINI Concept Aceman, Spike serves as an active protagonist in the cockpit as he’s seen […]
Car
Feb 28, 2023
The MINI GP3 Is the Best Way to Have Fun for $45K USD
The MINI Cooper is a Great British success story. From dominating the race track in the 1960s with a pioneering female driver, (Pat Moss, the sister of Stirling Moss) to defying all conventions with its comical size and sixty-plus years of triumph, MINI’s cultural impact is, ironically, massive. Despite the Leyland-produced Austin Mini and Morris […]