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MINI announces John Cooper Works GP
BMW subsidiary MINI has revealed the all-new John Cooper Works GP model, which will be the fastest ever Mini to adorn British roads when it arrives during the first quarter of 2013.
Fastest-ever Mini to be produced in a limited run
BMW-owned brand Mini has revealed its fastest-ever production vehicle, the Mini John Cooper Works GP. To be manufactured in Oxford, the new vehicle will be offered later this year but will be limited to only 2,000 cars.
MINI Zero design concept unveiled
BMW has unveiled the MINI Zero concept, which provides a detailed vision for the German manufacturer's 2013 MINI replacement. Former BMW Designworks Senior Designer Sonny Lim, who worked for the firm for four years between 2007 and 2011, created the design.
Mini to build more-utilitarian Clubvan
Mini will manufacture a production variant of the Clubvan concept, which was just revealed last month at the Geneva Motor Show. The decision to build the Clubman
MINI Inspired by Goodwood exhibited at Harrods
MINI UK has launched its most luxurious and ambitious special edition model - the MINI Inspired by Goodwood - and to commemorate the start of the car's delivery in the UK, the carmaker has exhibited an example at the world's most famous luxury department store, Harrods.
MINI launches Swindon and Cowley models
MINI has expanded its range of vehicles after announcing the imminent launch of two new models geared towards camping enthusiasts. The MINI Cowley is a two-bed caravan while the MINI Swindon is a two-man tent.
Mini Unveils new Mini Highgate Convertible
Completing the trio of 2012 Mini spring editions, the all-new Mini Highgate joins its siblings, the Mini Baker Street and Mini Bayswater. The new Mini Highgate, which continues the brand's policy to take the names of London's fashionable areas, is a new edition of the Convertible.
New Mini Cooper, First in Ten-model Range Under BMW Ownership
The next-generation Mini has been spied at the Arctic Circle ahead of its launch later this year. Codenamed F56, the new Mini will be part of a ten-model range as the British brand fully joins the BMW family.
Mass Recall of BMW MINIs Scheduled for the USA
BMW has announced a recall of just under 89,000 MINIs due to an issue that is believed to increase the possibility of engine fires.
Modern Minis to Retain Brand's Heritage
Modern Minis are due to pay tribute and keep a strong link to the brand's heritage, said Anders Warming, its new Head of Design.
Mini Countryman JCW ready for Launch
Mini has unveiled the first image of a high-performance Johnny Cooper Works variant of the Mini Countryman, which will be launched at the Geneva Motor Show in March.
Mini to Launch new Roadster Model
After the successful launch of its sixth model, Mini plans to complement the arrival of the Coupe model with an all-new Roadster model.
Toyota iQ EV
The notion of an electric Toyota iQ is one that has been around for some time, though it is only recently that the company has actually confirmed that 1000 will be manufactured, with 140 to go on test in Europe in 2012. The vehicle was actually created in order to be able to take the power of the battery from the outset. Where the fuel tank would normally be situated underneath the floor, lays...
BMW Z4 20i
Downsizing appears to be the big trend of the modern world, and now even BMW are at it. When the Z4 was launched, three years ago back in 2008, the company was adamant that it would only ever be available with 6-cylinder engines. Times have certainly changed since then, however, with large capacity naturally aspirated engines now giving way to much smaller turbos. So now the Z4 range is kicking of...