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MINI MotoringGear(TM): The Driving Force Behind Fall Fashion

WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Aug. 22 -- Buckle up. Fall fashion is taking a sharp turn with MINI MotoringGear(TM).

Inspired by the legendary auto brand, MINI, this original line of clothing and accessories features lots of functional fashion with a twist. From jackets with padded elbows (so that you can rest your arm while motoring) to totes that echo MINI's famous racing bonnet stripes, MotoringGear offers a full range that is sure to bring out the motorer in anyone.

While MotoringGear and MINI go together perfectly, you don't have to drive a MINI to join in the motoring spirit. Just go to http://www.miniusa.com or call 1-866-467-MINI (6464) and order a bit of motoring for yourself.

Inspired by the small, powerful MINI automobiles -- MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S -- that went on sale in the U.S. in March 2002, MINI MotoringGear(TM) has plenty to offer the adventurous at heart -- and at the wheel.

"Must-Wear" items for motorers include:

CHAMOIS JACKET (unisex - $175): Features supple, synthetic chamois sleeves that zip-off for a quick change into a vest.

MOTORING JACKET (women's - $112 / men's - $125): Both jackets feature a padded left elbow for driving comfort for those trips with no time limit.

GLOVEBOX SHIRT (women's and men's - $47): Feature a zippered pocket inside the left sleeve, so the things you need are close at hand and you can keep your hand on the wheel.

BONNET STRIPE MOTORING TOTES ($52): Traveling gets a sporty fashion look with these over-the-shoulder canvas totes, with signature MINI colors reminiscent of the MINI Cooper S's bonnet stripes.

BIKER JACKET (men's - $105): Lightweight nylon jacket features signature MINI details.

MINI has always been about choice, color, personality and fashion. MotoringGear is as unique on the street as the car is on the road. The MINI MotoringGear(TM) collection draws upon the signature two-tone color scheme of the MINI Cooper to inspire the collection's color palate and integrates the functional design cues from the MINI Cooper to create a collection that is like no other.

The classic Mini is the most popular car in British history, with nearly 5.3 million in sales. Legends such as Peter Sellers, Twiggy and Steve McQueen to name a few have all made their own fashion statements with their Minis. John Lennon even had a customized psychedelic paint job on his Mini. For 2002, MINI MotoringGear(TM) brings a little bit of that MINI spirit to the high street.

MINI USA is a division of BMW of North America, LLC. MINI MotoringGear(TM) is available online at http://www.miniusa.com and at MINI dealerships. To order a MINI MotoringGear(TM) catalog, call 866-467-MINI (6464) or visit http://www.miniusa.com for a MINI dealer locator.