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Crossovers

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 …
by Jennifer Pierce
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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.
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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 …
by Desiree Homer
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2021 MINI Countryman powered by X-Raid
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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 …
by Thom Taylor
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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 …
by Thom Taylor
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2020 Mini Cooper EV
Hybrids & EVs

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 …
by Peter Corn
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2015 Mini Countryman S in the West Village
Trucks & SUVs

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 …
by Peter Corn
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MINI Countryman crossover compact SUV on display at Brussels
Trucks & SUVs

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 …
by Peter Corn
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White-and-red-striped 2020 Mini Countryman John Cooper Works driving through a forest
SUVs

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 …
by Allison Barfield
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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 …
by Gabriel Vega
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Mini Cooper driving over a crosswalk
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What’s So Special About Mini Cooper?

Subcompact cars aren’t as popular as they used to be, but brands like Mini are still holding strong. Mini’s legendary Mini Cooper has a quirky sense of style that appeals to many drivers. But what’s so special about Mini Cooper besides its looks? The Mini Cooper and its “go-kart” handling  As we’ve said before, there’s nothing like a Mini. Sure …
by Leigh Fields
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Recall Alert: 700 BMW and Mini Plug-in Hybrids at Risk of Possible Fire

Approximately 700 BMW and Mini plug-in hybrid models will soon be recalled due to an increased potential risk of fire. There was a shocking discovery made by the manufacturer concerning the cars’ high-voltage batteries and the way they were welded. It’s an interesting case, however, it could prove to be a serious threat in some …
by Joe Santos
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Motorcycles

The Legendary 2021 Honda Trail 125 Is an Off-Roading Monkey

If you look up video reviews for the Honda Grom and Monkey, you’ll likely see a few where the reviewer takes it on some light off-road trails. The mini-bikes always seem to ride just fine off the pavement, however, Honda just debuted a bike that is better suited for that kind of riding. Enter the …
by Joe Santos
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A black-and-red 2020 Mini Cooper JCW GP coming out of a blue track-side garage
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The Mini Cooper JCW GP Is a Serious Honda Civic Type R Rival

While the John Cooper Works Minis are genuinely fast and fun, there are a few hot hatches that are even faster. For example, the recently-updated Honda Civic Type R. But for the hardcore driving enthusiast, there’s a new Mini Cooper available: the Mini Cooper JCW GP. And it’s seriously gunning for the Civic Type R’s …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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