The ‘original’ Mini has always been a true UK symbol but in more modern times, the German-owned firm has evolved to create cars which offer a little more space and practicality than their pint-sized predecessor. These days, the Mini calls its home. Today, the Oxford plant handles production of the fifth-generation Mini Cooper and while the creation of the electric version may have switched to China, it’s expected to move back to the Oxfordshire facility soon.
The fifth generation MINI Cooper began production earlier this year in March at the MINI Plant on the Oxford Bypass in Cowley. The first three-door model was driven off the production line by Charlie Cooper, grandson of John Cooper, whose heritage inspired the Cooper moniker. It is the latest generation to be built in the UK, with all three BMW Group UK manufacturing sites contributing to production.
The plant in Swindon produces body pressings and sub-assemblies, while the three and four-cylinder petrol engines are built at the plant at Hams Hall in North Warwickshire. These parts come together at MINI Plant Oxford where body shell production, paint and final assembly take place. The following 12 other cars have been revealed as the most popular ones built in Britain.
The Aston Martin is as British as they come and it’s a brand which continues to play a key role in the manufacturing industry here. The vast majority of its vehicles are created at its home in Gaydon, Warwickshire, while a dedicated ‘Q’ facilit.