The Hybrid Hype Continues: Mini Cooper Gets Bitten By The Hybrid Bug

According to a variety of sources, there has been an all-new 2014 Mini Cooper Hybrid spotted in test trial. For those of you saying "What's the big deal? Everyone is coming out with a hybrid. Why is this one special?" The difference in this hybrid is that the car is rumored to be all-wheel drive model with the rear wheels not even connected to a gas-powered engine. According to Car & Driver, the vehicle brings an innovative twist to the hybrid auto scene with rear wheels being powered exclusively by the an electric engine. Not a whole lot else is known about the car even since the story broke in March in 2011, but the scarcity of news just adds to the mystery of this upcoming Mini Cooper release. For another look, check out the break of the story at Car & Driver. For all your European auto repair, maintenance, and upgrade needs, check in with the professionals at European Auto Specialist.