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2022 MINI Cooper Hardtop Makes Driving a Manual Transmission More Fun

April 5, 2022 by Chastity Beene Leave a Comment

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The MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop is reason enough to learn to drive a manual transmission. It was an early Saturday morning in the fall of 1998 when my mom declared it was time for me to learn how to drive a stick shift. Despite my grumbling about how this was an unnecessary skill I… 

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Filed Under: Car Reviews, Manual Transmission, Mini Tagged With: MINI Hardtop, MINI Hardtop Johan Cooper Works

USED: Mini Cooper S E Countryman All4 Review: Gas Electric Hybrid, Yes, But Also, Fun and Full of Personality

March 10, 2022 by Scotty Reiss Leave a Comment

2018 Mini Cooper S E plug in hybrid gas electric car

The little car that could. And did. There is so much packed into this little car I hardly know where to start. So I’ll start with the elephant in this car. Why would you buy a gas electric hybrid plug-in car that only gets 10 miles on a charge? Isn’t the goal to do all… 

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Is a Luxury Car Calling Your Name? Here are the Cars Your Neighbors Are Shopping For, Too

October 13, 2021 by Kim Croisant Leave a Comment

The most visited car brand showrooms, by city. Are you looking for your dream car or a fancy luxury car? If you’re not sure where to start looking, why not start with what your neighbors are interested in? Luxury car sales are soaring this year, but overall, there are a lot of great options in… 

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What on Earth Is Stellantis? Your Guide to the Wild World of Automotive Brands and the Corporations That Own Them

October 3, 2021 by Elizabeth Blackstock Leave a Comment

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Keeping track of automotive brands can be a hassle. There have been so many mergers, divisions, and closings among the car world that it can throw anyone for a loop—even experienced automotive journalists.  If you’ve ever found yourself wondering what someone means when they say “the Big Three” or why you’ve heard the name “Stellantis”… 

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All of the Electric Vehicles Available in the United States Today

August 21, 2021 by Elizabeth Blackstock 1 Comment

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Aiming to convert to electric vehicles? Look no further. As of April 2021, your electric vehicle options are still fairly limited compared to the traditional internal combustion engine—but that doesn’t mean the options on the market aren’t loaded with technology, luxury, and functionality. Automakers have done their best to craft EVs that are designed with… 

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13 of Our Absolute Favorite Electric, Hybrid, and PHEV Vehicles

July 27, 2021 by Elizabeth Blackstock Leave a Comment

We’ve tested a lot of vehicles at A Girls Guide to Cars, and we’ve grown to love all things electric. There’s nothing better than having plenty of power and feeling good about it, too! That’s why we’ve fallen head over heels for electric cars—including the ones that use their batteries to supplement gasoline power. These… 

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2020 Mini Cooper SE: What We Liked About this Cool Electric Car (for the Driver in Us All)

July 9, 2021 by Joni Finkle 3 Comments

Mini Cooper SE Electric MINI Cooper

Yes, electric driving range is limited, but MINI’s design makes a great argument for compromise. So, since you’re reading this review, chances are you’re an all-electric car shopper. And the 2020 MINI Cooper SE, although average in range at about 14o miles on a full charge, still qualifies as an electric car worth some obsession. This… 

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The All-Electric Mini Cooper S E Is Made for Busy City Living

May 26, 2021 by Connie Peters Leave a Comment

The all-electric Mini Cooper S E is ideal for urban living. The electric Mini Cooper is here for everyone tied to city life but who’s ready for a car of their own. If you’re thinking electric for your next car, and your life revolves around city living, this Mini Cooper S E is for you…. 

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Chilli Red and Fun for the Whole Family: Meet the 2020 Mini Cooper Countryman JCW

February 11, 2021 by Connie Peters Leave a Comment

Popping in this Chilli Red, this JCW (John Cooper Works) is the fastest gas-powered Mini you can buy Forget ‘mom car’ — I want the fun car that can still handle mom duties, and the Mini is capable of both! This Countryman is the largest Mini Cooper, and when it’s the JCW edition, it’s also… 

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The Neiman Marcus Christmas Book Can Make Your Holiday Road Trip an Exercise in Perfection

December 11, 2020 by Scotty Reiss Leave a Comment

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You need a bit of luxe in your life, this year more than ever. Every year, luxury retailer Neiman Marcus curates a select group of Fantasy Gifts, an exclusive group of products and experiences that come with an over-the-top price tag. But for a less pricey investment, the company curates a Christmas Book with a… 

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