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The 2023 Mini Hardtop and Convertible enter the new model year with equipment and package revisions to help keep the lineup fresh, along with increased pricing.

Vehicle technologies can play a significant part in a shopper’s decision, but according to J.D. Power’s 2022 U.S. Tech Experience Index Study, they can also lead to buyer’s remorse.

While the Mini Concept Aceman electric SUV is packed with futuristic animation and lighting features, it also honors the brand’s heritage by retaining its iconic silhouette and character.

The list of 2022 cars with manual transmissions skews mostly to affordable models and those that are more enthusiast-oriented, but there’s still a decent range of choices.

Here are the model-year 2022 vehicles that offer HUDs standard, as stand-alone options or in a package.

For 2022, the Cooper S Convertible gets updates, including a digital instrument cluster, LED headlights, lane departure warning and minor styling tweaks.

The bad news for vehicle service departments concerned with customer service is that wait times for owners are longer — but the good news is that owners still trust the work they do.

Here are vehicle brands offering retail buyers some level of complimentary scheduled maintenance for the 2022 model years.

Here is a ranking by brand of new-car warranties for retail buyers based on the three main coverage areas: bumper-to-bumper, powertrain and roadside assistance.

The 2022 Mini Cooper S convertible is a droptop that’s designed to be noticed, but it’s better as a driver’s car than as a convertible.