MINI USA is Recalling 2009 JCW Models Because of Possible Brake Issues

MINI USA had just filed a recall with the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration. (NHSTA)
Based on the filing the 2009 JCW Cooper Works and Clubman models were equipped with 16-inch diameter front brake discs rather than 17-inch discs, under conditions of intense brake usage, could experience reduced braking performance.
MINI dealerships will inspect the brakes [...]

118d Advanced Diesel Named 2008 World Green Car at the New York Auto Show

At the New York Intrnational Auto Show, the European selection committee for the 2008 World Car Awards announced today that BMW 118d Advanced Diesel was named the 2008 World Green Car. The 118d, which features the BMW’s Efficient Dynamics platform, is a four-door hatchback powered by a 1.8 liter engine in four-cylinder. While we do [...]