In two extensive, highly detailed videos, CNET’s Martin LaMonica compares the MINI E and the Ford Fusion Hybrid . Worth the watch. More opinion after the jump… [source: cbsnews.com].
I watched these two videos as objhectively as possible… As you probably can imagine, I’m totally a fan of the MINI, and Fords? Well, not so much. Yet I did walk away (as they say) far more educated about both cars, as well as the future of electric/hybrid/ “alternative fuel” vehicles. And well, that’s what it’s all about right?
A short summary of the Banquet from “A MINI Vacation in Vegas” 2009 (a.k.a. “AMVIV”). See the full version and more AMVIV clips at WhiteRoofRadio.tv and BehindTheVroom.com.
Once again Behind The Vroom will be at A MINI VACATION IN VEGAS(“AMVIV”), March 26-29, 2009. (www.amviv.com)
We are working on some cool stuff including grabbing lots of video, interviews, and a few surprises for your enjoyment! This year Behind The Vroom will be partnering with the world famous White Roof Radio for tandem coverage of the event. For those of you that aren’t going to make it, videos will be available atWhiteRoof.tv, So, get over there and get subscribed!
“What’s an AMVIV?” you ask? Why, only the largest gathering of Mini and MINI Cooper enthusiasts this side of the Mississippi! (I kinda made that up, but it’s probably true!) Hosted by the Sin City Mini Club and housed at Palace Station Hotel and Casino, AMVIV is a can’t-miss weekend of cool cars, cool people, exciting “runs” and related events, located in the heart of “America’s Playground”, Las Vegas, Nevada. Who can resist?!?
For those who will be attending, don’t be afraid to come up and say hello- we love that kinda stuff! See you there!
Joan grabs a quick interview with one of the students of the Phil Wicks Driving Academy at AMVIV 2008. Leave a comment and tell us what you think of the format options.
Allow me to be the 6255th website to discuss the “World Premiere” of the MINI Cabrio, and the MINI E At the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this past week. I put “World Premiere” in quotes because, well, if you’re a big fan of the MINI, you’ve seen the photos and videos circulating the Internet as early as 6 months ago.
But alas, how could I not write post about it. But even better than that, how about some video!
EVERYONE IS INVITED – EVEN IF YOU DON’T OWN A MINI
Two years ago, MINI Takes the States motored coast-to-coast with thousands of MINI Owners and enthusiasts joining up for a legendary motoring extravaganza. This year, though, everyone hoped even more folks could get in on the fun. So MINI owners voted to visit four U.S. cities for four separate weekends of good times, including the chance to drive a MINI on an aggressive autocross course.
Plus, the net proceeds from registration fees are all going to help out a regional MINI Motoring Hearts ™ charitable organization. So mark your calendars for one or more of these unforgettable events, register today and start picking your co-pilots…
Highlights in each city will include:
MINI Parking Corral at festival grounds
MINI-Autocross Test Drive
Live festival entertainment
Headliner band Saturday night
The “Bootload of Fun Zone” with activities for all ages
MINI Vendor Village
An official MTTS Welcome Kit for each paid attendee
The Motorkult TV cast/crew have safely returned from AMVIV – “A MINI Vacation in Vegas”! We had one heck of a time. Aside from it being Las Vegas (you know what they say about what happens in Las Vegas), we actually got a lot of work done too!
Day One (Thursday) While half the Motorkult TV staff were scheduled to fly in, for the rest, “day one” was spent primarily on the road. We pulled into the Palace Station Hotel parking lot at about 12pm and there were already about 180 MINIs parked on the first and second levels of the parking garage. We checked in, went to lunch, met a few friends and made some new ones. Night fell, and there are rumors of many parties, but we won’t talk about that.
Day Two (Friday) We picked up Joan at the airport first thing in the morning on Friday. It was too early to officially check-in, but did the “pre- check in” (who knew), sat some stuff down and headed straight for the Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch in Pahrump, Nevada.
Skipping the drama called perpetual construction, we finally got to the track and checked everything out. There was a driving school as well the North American MINI Cooper Challenge and many spectators. We talked to some folks, looked at some really souped up cars, and got a really good interview with Jerry Bradbury, who is now racing in US TOURING CAR CHAMPIONSHIP Series. But you’ll have to watch the video for all of that!
Day Three (Saturday) Saturday was spent on what was now spilling over to 3 floors of MINI only, reserved parking at a Las Vegas hotel and casino. You don’t see that everyday! We did more interviews including a peek at some new products from M7 Tuning, which was unveiled publicly for the first time at AMVIV.
Overall, it was quite a blast. And of course, we can’t forget to give a special shout-out and thank you to the literally hundreds of Motorkult TV fans we met at this event. We will most certainly be returning in 2009!
As you can see, we got some good coverage of the three-day event and secured some excellent interviews for you all. Episodes should be posting very soon so keep your eyes peeled to the website and/or RSS feed.
