Mini News and Reviews
RSSMini was founded in 1969, although the name has been used as a model name since 1959. The British automotive manufacturer is owned by BMW. Mini has been dominating motorsports since the 1960s, when they won the Monte Carlo Rally three times (1964, 1965 and 1967). The most powerful Mini models are tuned by John Cooper Works. In Canada, Mini markets the 3 Door, 5 Door, Clubman, Countryman and Convertible to customers.
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8 cars on Millennials' lease wish lists
Millennials transferring between leases look at vehicles that match values
JD Power CSI shows luxury owners most satisfied
Porsche ranked highest by satisfied owners; Buick tops mass-market brands Read More
Mini boosts JCW limited edition to 300 hp
Race-inspired 2020 Mini John Cooper Works GP limited to 3,000 units globally Read More
15 sour new-car picks from Lemon-Aid
A list of new and late-model cars, trucks and SUVs better left on the lot Read More
Mini confirms production of JCW GP hatchback
Mini John Cooper Works GP will be based on concept introduced last year Read More
British company bodyshells make Mini restoration easier
Brit company BMH makes MK1 bodyshells from original British Leyland specs
Nearly 150,000 vehicles recalled in Canada in April
April recalls totalled 35, affecting 147,607 vehicles from 25 makes
Mini launches new JCW tuning kits at SEMA
New engine tuning and exhaust kits fit 2018 Clubman and Countryman
Mini celebrates rally heritage with JCW GP Concept
Design study maximizes Mini style and driving fun for road and track
BMW commits to electrifying its entire range
Auto giant says every series will be able to have electrified variants
Jul 25, 2017, 11:15 PM
Should you buy a used Mini Cooper?
The Mini Cooper is a fun car to lease and return before the warranty ends
BMW previews its next 100 years
BMW displays four futuristic concepts together for the first time at 100th celebration
Mini puts a charge into Countryman
Engine powers the front wheels, while electric motor works on the rear
Mini gives its Clubman the Works
Newest Mini takes John Cooper Works high-performance to new level
Sep 20, 2016, 10:30 PM
BMW sweeps automotive design awards
IDEA annually recognizes design excellence in several industries
Jul 2, 2016, 10:30 PM
Mini gives Cooper convertible the Works
John Cooper Works performance added to convertible for first time.
Honda Fit again named top Back To School car
KBB.com offers its list of top 10 Best Back to School cars for 2015
Good-bye Google Glass – hello Mini Augmented Vision
Revolutionary eyewear display concept will make its debut at Auto Shanghai
Is Mini Superleggera concept headed for production?
Production version of the two-seat Superleggera might arrive in early 2018
New Mini gets the Works
John Cooper Works package makes most powerful Mini Cooper ever
Mini celebrates milestones in Oxford
Three millionth Mini rolls off assembly line
Sep 9, 2014, 3:00 PM
Small cars challenged by crash test
Mini Countryman and Chevrolet Volt fare best in latest round of crash tests
Jul 31, 2014, 7:00 PM
Mini goes Pro with app camera control
Camera obsessed? Control your GoPro through Mini operating system
Mini to add Hardtop 4-Door
Bigger Mini hatchback to arrive around the end of this year
Jun 5, 2014, 1:00 PM
BMW marries time and tradition in Mini Superleggera Vision
Concept combines classic roadster with electric drivetrain
Mini to streamline model lineup?
Paceman, Coupe and Roadster models may not be replaced
Mar 19, 2014, 4:00 AM
Mini sings 'O Canada'!
Online ad reflects Mini's role as Official Vehicle of the Canadian Olympic Team
Feb 5, 2014, 3:30 AM
New Mini hits Detroit
Latest edition is the focus of Mini booth set for NAIAS
Dec 25, 2013, 10:00 PM
New Mini debuts on original designer's birthday
The design is evolutionary but the architecture and engines are all-new
New engines for next-generation Mini
Three- and four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engines to be offered
Next-gen Mini unveiling set for original designer's birthday
New Mini to debut on November 18, the 107th anniversary of Sir Alec Issigonis’ birth
Aug 10, 2013, 6:00 AM
Mini offers a sneak peak into its future
Mini Vision concept is said to showcase elements of future Mini design
Jul 26, 2013, 1:00 PM
Mini to offer more AWD models
Base Countryman and Paceman to join the Mini Cooper all-wheel-drive brigade
Jun 3, 2013, 4:00 PM
MINI Canada to provide incentives for racers
MINI drivers in CTCC and Targa Newfoundland will be eligible for cash awards
Mini Paceman is for real
Another Mini concept vehicle makes its way into production
Nov 19, 2012, 3:00 PM
Mini announces JCW Countryman
Newest addiiton to sub-brand is first with four doors, AWD
Sep 10, 2012, 4:00 AM
Original Mini the greatest British car ever made?
No Aston Martins, Bentleys or Rolls-Royce make the top ten on Autocar's list
Mini-Minis get a workout at London Olympics
Three 1/4-scale Minis help move sporting equipment on Olympic field
Mini and Puma partner up for lifestyle collection
Brit-inspired clothes, shoes, bags coming this fall
2012 MINI Roadster
Topless two-seater is the sixth variant in fun-filled MINI lineup and it doesn't skimp on fun
Jun 1, 2012, 6:00 AM