Mini Cars
Drivers required to plug into phase two of MINI E trial
The search is on for 20 drivers to take part in phase two of a pioneering trial to test the UK’s first ever electric MINIs. Phase one of the trial is currently underway, the first 20 MINI E pioneers took ownership of their electric MINIs in December 2009 and are due to hand them back in June.
New Mini Countryman UK prices announced
In September this year MINI will launch its latest and largest model, and the first to offer four-wheel drive, to the UK market. The MINI Countryman range will be the fourth member of the MINI family following Hatch, Convertible and Clubman.
Superchips revs up R56 MINI Cooper S to 195bhp
Superchips Ltd, the long established performance automotive electronics specialist, is delighted to announce a new performance ECU upgrade for the popular R56 MINI Cooper S.
The BMW and MINI Business Partnership programme
A new programme developed specifically for businesses running 50 company cars or less has been launched by BMW Group UK. The BMW and MINI Business Partnerships is a scheme aimed at taking the hassle away from company car ownership while offering tangible benefits to be part of the partnership.
Performance tuning for new MINI
New MINI owners interested in boosting the power of their MINI engine can now approach their local XPart New MINI specialist for an Autologic performance tune.
Affordable, high quality aftermarket lighting for new MINI
New MINI owners in search of a reliable, cost effective alternative to original equipment lighting can now purchase high quality aftermarket lighting from XPart’s nationwide network of parts wholesalers and AutoService centres.
The MINI Countryman - Fun has no limits
MINI is adding a fourth model to the family, opening up a new dimension of that unmistakable MINI feeling. As a genuine Crossover, the MINI Countryman bridges the gap between the classic concept of the MINI and a modern Sports Activity Vehicle.
2010 MINI springs eternal
MINI models are to benefit from a wide of technical advances and personalisation options with effect from spring 2010. At the top of the list are a new range of petrol engines that offer more power and torque while reducing both emissions and fuel consumption.
Smarter Driving in BMWs and MINIs makes Drivesense
BMW and MINI has partnered with the Energy Saving Trust to provide a fleet of cars to support its ‘Smarter Driving’ programme.
Lord Mandelson visits MINI Plant to see two new models
Business Secretary Lord Mandelson today visited MINI Plant Oxford to see two recently-unveiled concept cars – the MINI Coupe and the MINI Roadster.
New MINI models to be built at Plant Oxford
Dr. Norbert Reithofer, Chairman of the Board of Management, BMW AG has announced that two new MINI models are to be built at MINI Plant Oxford.
MINI E in the UK: Test driver applications now invited
Pioneering drivers wanting to be part of the MINI E UK research project can now apply online to lease one of twenty prototype cars destined for British roads.
MINI Coupe Concept to star at Frankfurt Show
The first classic Mini was presented to the public on 26 August 1959. Exactly fifty years on and nearly a decade into the life of new MINI, images of the stunning new MINI Coupe Concept are today released.
Over 50s love their Minis
As the Mini celebrates 50 years since it first went on sale, Saga Motor Insurance reveals the British icon is a firm favourite with the over 50s and is one of the most reliable cars with many fewer Mini drivers making claims on their motor insurance.
XPart provides parts reassurance for Classic Mini owners
As Mini celebrates its fiftieth birthday, XPart is reassuring the UK’s 35,000 Classic Mini owners that parts are still available for their treasured cars.