The MINI Cooper has one of the most fascinating stories in automotive history. It is a tale of ingenuity, resilience, and reinvention. Born from the fuel shortages of postwar Britain, this compact car became a cultural icon, a racing legend, and today, a symbol of modern engineering excellence under German ownership. A Compact Solution to a Big Problem In 1957, as fuel prices rose and British drivers sought smaller, more efficient vehicles, Sir Alec Issigonis designed a car that would...