Mini Goes to Work at the Olympics

By Jennifer Geiger

March 5, 2015

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The radio-controlled Coopers weigh about 55 pounds and can carry approximately 18 pounds of gear. They’re battery-powered and can run for about 35 minutes on a charge, according to BMW.

Three mini Minis will be on retrieval duty during the nine days of the Olympics and nine days of the Paralympics.

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Jennifer Geiger

News Editor Jennifer Geiger joined the automotive industry in 2003, much to the delight of her Corvette-obsessed dad. Jennifer is an expert reviewer, certified car-seat technician and mom of three. She wears a lot of hats — many of them while driving a minivan.

Mini Goes to Work at the Olympics

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