Originally created by the British Motor Corporation (BMC), and now owned by BMW, the MINI is considered a symbol of the 1960s. Designed at first to be a solution to the fuel shortage in the wake of the Suez Crisis, the MINI was a small, fuel-efficient car when big cars were in vogue. Throughout the years the car has evolved, but stayed true to its roots. Most important to remember is that MINI is not just a car: it’s a way of life. In this video, learns more about the origins of the MINI, and we check out its influence on pop culture.