Quick Tip: Stickers

If anyone is interested in putting some MINI related stickers on their car check out Stuck on MINI's.  If the sticker you are looking for isn't on their website, friend them on Facebook and Joanne has many other designs she can hook you up with.

Kyle

Another Review, Different perspective : 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman vs 2011 NIssan Juke *Update

Last time, I've posted a comparison test of MINI Countryman and Nissan Juke done by Belgium's DRIVR magazine >>here>>. As these two fine cars beg to be compared, the showdown between the two has been a popular subject among automotive media outlets. This time, Automobile magazine drove them in remote, unspoiled, snow covered Michigan's upper peninsula in their recent issue. So, how did they fare out this time around?  Here is the hint - "It is more natural in corners, boasts a more energetic powertrain, and feels more connected through its transmission." Head over to Automobile magazine's article to find out. 

*UPDATE  Behind the scene video added after the jump!

MINI Cooper S Countryman ALL4 vs. Nissan Juke 1.6T by DRIVR magazine

First... the shot above is one of the best MINI Countryman photo I've encountered with so far. Taken by Ken Divjak of DRIVR magazine of Belgium, the fantastic setting and the dynamic angle/composition of the shot of Countryman in motion is simply amazing! There are other really cool shots included with the article as well. As for the comparison review itself (You will have to translate with Google as it is in Dutch), they say that while there are so many similarities between MINI Countryman and Nissan Juke, these two are also quite different as well. Who is the winner? Read more to find out.

[ Source :: DRIVR | Image : DRIVR ] 

Driving Impression: 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman [REVIEW]

I had driven Countryman Cooper and Cooper S at the dealership for a test drive. But such a short ride just isn't enough for me to formulate a solid idea on how the car would behave in day to day basis and in real driving conditions including freeway, traffic, mountain road, etc.

So, when I found out local car rental company, Midway, has a Countryman available, I dropped by on this Saturday afternoon. The initial quote was $99/day. Being Saturday afternoon, with no reservation on the car, I was able to get it for a good price.