MINI:

MINI TAKES THE STATES

The Challenge

As the automotive industry accelerates toward electrification, MINI needed to evolve perceptions of its iconic brand. The goal was to position MINI as a credible and exciting EV innovator among media, dealers, and consumers, especially in key regional growth markets, while preserving the spirit that made the brand beloved.

The Solution

MINI leaned into one of its most authentic brand assets, MINI Takes the States, its biannual road rally. The program became a launchpad to introduce the brand’s latest EV concept to its most passionate fans and influential voices in priority markets.
Peppercomm partnered with MINI to bring this story to life on the ground. Through a coordinated mix of paid, owned, and earned media, the rally engaged local communities, dealers, media, and influencers at every stop. By putting people behind the wheel and embedding journalists in the experience, MINI did more than talk about innovation. It gave the audience the chance to experience it firsthand.

The Result

The program results exceeded expectations. Highlights include stops in 8 cities with media covering each, 800 MINIs, 1200 MINIACs, 21 embedded journalists driving MINIs, one EV convertible concept reveal, 94 pieces of earned coverage and over one billion impressions.

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