Mini Faces Uncertain Future as BMW’s Neue Klasse Abandons Front-Wheel Drive

BMW’s upcoming Neue Klasse electric vehicle platform marks a significant departure from tradition, eliminating front-wheel-drive (FWD) configurations entirely. With no single-motor setup planned for the front axle, this shift could have profound consequences for Mini, a brand long associated with FWD agility and its signature “go-kart” handling. The new sixth-generation eDrive technology promises to enhance