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The reason? Proposed sales aren't high enough to justify the cost of engineering two different kits - one for the standard Cooper S and one for the All4 version.

Is Seattle really a city of locavorous jerks? Are we full of holier-than-thou Prius drivers? A study that found a link between organic food and self-righteousness confirmed for some a certain snobbishness in green, liberal, hipster Seattle.

What It Is: The third generation of BMW's Mini, which will come to market in a variety of body styles.

Yes, I've successfully conducted my very own little Mythbusters experiment, much to the bemusement of most motorists I came across.

With space constraints, people are becoming more aware of the need to utilize areas to the maximum.

Despite it being a core brand attribute, many people in North America can't get past the size of the standard MINI hatch.

MINI just pumped new technology into its John Cooper Works options package. The new features promise ultra-sporty performance across the whole brand's line.

Gas price increases and concerns about the environment have made small, fuel efficient cars increasingly popular.

What happens when you let a fashion editor loose on a car? Deep purple paint, lots of flowers and a snazzy interior were the order of the day in this case.

For the 2013 model year, Mini's entire high-performance John Cooper Works lineup gets a new generation of its turbo engine and two firsts: A six-speed Steptronic automatic -- with manual shifting via the lever and paddles -- will be optional in John Cooper Works models for the first time, apparently bowing to U.S.-market tastes in exchange for ... (more)

Perhaps more importantly, how you should spec your own Countryman if the time comes.

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Provided with a Mini Cooper S Roadster as a blank canvas, Franca Sozzani, chief editor of Italian Vogue , created a rolling work of art to mark the 20th anniversary of the Life Ball charity event and auction held annually in Vienna.

It's only been a little bit of time since we were introduced to the Mini John Cooper Works Countryman , the most powerful turbocharged production Mini ever made, but Mini has a surprise: its engine will trickle down to all other John Cooper Works models for the 2013 model year.

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And perhaps more importantly, how you should spec your own Countryman if the time comes.

A Needed a caffeine fix at the Madison Starbucks and the Handicapped space was the closest one to sweet latte luxury?A You might want to think twice before taking the chance, because a new Facebook page, "You Park Stupid," might just call you out on that decision.

As publisher of Gaywheels.com , I do my best to get seat time in as many vehicles as possible in order to bring you the most up-to-date reviews of the new cars and trucks.

Chances are good you've seen our "Blog-mobile" cruising around town. The little green Mini Cooper with the B-Town logos on the side.

It's no secret Mini has big plans for the future as it looks to expand its lineup to 11 models.