Justin the MINI E Ambassador

Justin of Forked River, NJ reported that the MINI E handles like a dream. His exact words "pickup is insane" and that he gets a lot of attention from driving it! Justin says you have to get used to how it decelerates but that it is actually cool how you do not have to brake so often.

Good for Short Trips

Steve of Princeton, NJ, reported that he drove the MINI E on a short commute for most of the month, and then used it for all short trips around time to do errands. Steve said he had no issues or with charging it. Steve wishes the battery lasted longer but says the power and speed of a car its size is amazing. Steve also loves not using any gas.

Power to the MINI E

Kathryn of East Brunswick, NJ, reported that it was totally fun to drive and all of her neighbors came by to see it and talk about it. Kathryn also attending the MINI E Cocktail Party that took place in NYC and had a great time. Kathryn reported that driving in traffic is great because it regenerates the battery.

Cool as a Cucumber

Erastus of Wayne, NJ reported that he wished the MINI E had a longer battery life. Erastus loved how the air conditioning worked in the car.

No Fumes in North Jersey............

June, from Wayne, NJ, reported that the car is very cute, fun to drive and fast. She also likes that it doesn't make any sound and does not create fumes. June thinks that keeping the air clean is awesome. June also reported that mileage was limited but she found ways to maximize her mileage by not using the air conditioning.

MINI E Experiences from Denia...........

Denia from Flanders, NJ, reported that one of the best things about driving the MINI E this month was that she did not have to pull into a gas station! Denia also noted that it felt good that she was doing something that was good for the environment by driving the car.

In May, MINI USA, which is a part of BMW, announced that the MINI E, an all-electronic car, would be available to US consumers for a one-year field trial. Recently, as a part of this new initiative, MINI USA announced they would be donating 12 MINI E’s to Community Options, Inc., a national non-profit organization that develops community-based housing and innovative employment opportunities for people with developmental disabilities.

The 12 MINI Electric vehicles donated to Community Options will be utilized by three entrepreneurial ventures and their group homes. Ventures launched include:

• Three Daily Plan It Conference and Copy Centers in New Jersey
• Vaseful Flowers and Gifts- a nonprofit flower shop
• Presents of Mind- an upscale gift store

Each of these ventures employs and empowers people with developmental disabilities.

“We are thrilled to receive this donation of 12 MINI Electric vehicles to utilize in a year long field trial,” commented Robert Stack, President and CEO. “MINI of Morristown has made a great decision in choosing our operation to operate these electric cars as we have the workforce that can put these vehicles to the test and it also demonstrates our organization’s commitment to sustaining the environment.” Stack added.