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The front 3/4 view of a gray-with-red-mirrors 2006 Mini Cooper S John Cooper Works GP in a desert parking lot

Bring a Trailer Bargains of the Week: Mini Cooper JCW GP

If you’re looking to take on Civic Type Rs and Veloster Ns, the 2021 Mini Cooper John Cooper Works GP is a great option. But its serious performance comes with a serious price tag. And some hot-hatch fans may not like the lack of a manual. However, a solution is available this week on Bring …
The MINI Cooper S is on display January 27, 2011 at the 2011 Washington Auto Show

The 2011 Mini Cooper Is a Great Used Car for Grandpa

Don’t underestimate him — Gramps has places to go. Still, the older generation tends to drive less and often will only be able to operate a car safely for a few years after retirement. Owning a vehicle can foster a sense of independence and autonomy, but may not seem like a wise investment at a …
A Smart Fortwo at the 20 Years Smart car event on September 20, 2018, in Berlin, Germany.

A Used Smart Fortwo EV Is Ridiculously Expensive for What You Get

For the ultimate small footprint, the tiny Smart car is a good choice. The electric Smart Fortwo even boasts a small carbon footprint. Although new Smart cars are no longer sold in the United States, used electric Smart Fortwo vehicles from the 2019 model year and earlier are still available. But the price isn’t right …
A blue 2020 Mini Countryman SUV cruises along a wooded road

6 SUVs That Are Actually Great for Your Commute

Commuting to work or school can be hectic. Finding a vehicle that offers comfortable seats, a smooth ride, ample cargo space, and decent fuel economy can make your daily drive less stressful. SUVs are great for families, and they’re gaining popularity among commuters. Many prefer SUVs for their spaciousness, higher driving position, and safety. But …
A BMW Mini John Cooper Works on display during 2020 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2020) at China International Exhibition Center on September 26, 2020, in Beijing, China.

Building This Mini Cooper Is the Ultimate Quarantine Activity

Lego is a brand that’s been delighting children and adults for decades. And in recent years, the popular tiny-brick company has ventured into designing kits that resemble real-life landmarks, characters, and even automobiles. Lego introduced one model car that had enthusiasts cheering. You can build a model Mini Cooper that’s a mini version of the …
2021 MINI Countryman powered by X-Raid

Which Auto Brands Rated Best/Worst Sales Experience?

The JD Power Sales Satisfaction Index is out for 2020. This takes a 1,000-point scale and determines the satisfaction of the sales process based on delivery, dealer personnel, paperwork, dealer website, and other factors. Almost 36,000 buyers were surveyed from January through June of 2020. So it determines which brands rated the best/worst overall sales …

Mini Urbanaut Signals Future Models And Styling Features

As a concept the Mini Urbanaut is interesting, but as a signal of future models and styling features it is worth exploring more. We are past the days when what-if blue-sky concepts are built. If a manufacturer conceives something like the Urbanaut there is some sort of production intent behind it. In this case it …
2020 Mini Cooper EV

The 2020 Mini Cooper EV Has Not 1 but 3 Fatal Flaws

We’ve all been watching the electric vehicle marketplace evolve over the past decade. From its humble golf-kartesque beginnings to know, the EV game has changed quite a bit. Some of the earliest players like the 2012 Nissan Leaf now seem more like a child’s toy than it does a road-worthy vehicle. These days we have …
2015 Mini Countryman S in the West Village

Should I Have Bought a 2015 Mini Countryman During a Pandemic?

2020 has forced us to live our lives very differently than we are used to. Some differences have been massive and earthmoving, while others are smaller adaptations we have to keep safe, healthy, and sane. Although I have been an automotive journalist for years, I have lived in NYC for the last seven years, which …
MINI Countryman crossover compact SUV on display at Brussels

The 2019 Mini Countryman S All4 Is the Last Great Mini

Mini Coopers have been around forever. They are living, breathing legends that we get to watch adapt to our modern world right before our eyes. Although the Mini Countryman has gotten mixed reviews. The Countryman has gone through a few changes already in its short life and has had some trouble deciding exactly what it …
White-and-red-striped 2020 Mini Countryman John Cooper Works driving through a forest

The Mini Cooper Is Getting Large and in Charge

Yes, you read that correctly. The Mini Cooper is getting bigger. This seems to be the exact opposite of what’s expected for the classic, tiny SUV. That’s because the Mini Cooper Countryman is just too small.  The Mini Cooper is getting larger  The name Mini could be dropped from the upcoming larger SUV because the …
A photo of the Toyota Sienna outdoors.

The 2021 Toyota Sienna Has 1 Major Flaw

Let’s face it, the minivan craze is over, and the segment is quickly shriveling up. However, segment favorites like the Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey continuously receive major updates. For 2021, Toyota gave the Sienna a sporty new look, a hybrid powertrain, and a ton of standard safety features. However, in the pursuit of making …