MINI Cooper T Runs on… Tea!
Would you believe it if we told you that the MINI Cooper T runs on a tea-leaf biofuel composite?
That’s exactly what MINI’s latest model is, which is capable of covering up to 40 miles on a single cup. Available in a variety of shades including Chamomile Yellow, Red Bush and Earl Grey, MINI enthusiasts will get the first taste of the revolutionary Cooper T at MINI Cotsworld Gloucester on April 1. In addition, the MINI Cooper T comes standard with Dunk Avoidance Technology (DAT) which is an ingenious filtration system that will stop owners from inserting biscuits into the MINI’s fuel tank in order to moisten their snacks.
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“This particular project has been brewing for years,” said Dr. Ivana Kuppa, head of Cooper T engineering. “Our extensive research has shown that the nation’s favourite drink is also an ideal biofuel. We already know good things come in small packages, but with Cooper T customers benefitting from up to 40 miles per cup, we are delighted to have the opportunity to bring this car to market.”
Speaking of April 1, that’s also April’s Fools Day and if you for a minute thought the MINI Cooper T was serious, then the British automaker pulled one over you.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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DO NOT ADD MILK OR SUGAR
I was expecting a tea bag joke.