Mini celebrates 10 years in U.S. with cross-country rally

Mini will kick off its biggest road rally in America, called Mini Takes the States, on the East Coast on July 4. It will conclude at the Pacific Ocean on July 15.

The biannual rally will celebrate all things Mini as the company marks its 10-year anniversary in the United States. Participants can join for portions of or for the entire rally as it makes it way across the country.

The company will have plenty of activities for owners and enthusiasts. The 2010 event included runs on the famed Bonneville Salt Flats and laps at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Registration opens in April, but for those interested in updates and more information now, go to the Mini Takes the State Web site.

By David Arnouts