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One of the reasons your tires have voids in between the treads is to displace water on the road. If the treads of your tires are growing too shallow, your tires might lose traction on wet surfaces. If you notice this or any of the other hazardous tire issues outlined below, head to your local MINI dealer for new tires without delay. Need New Tires? Visit Your MINI Dealer Today Tread Depths Read 2/32 of an Inch Tire treads wear down over time, eventually becoming too shallow or bald to safely grip the road. The minimum legal tread depth is 2/32 of an inch in 42 states, including Florida. It's important to regularly measure your tread depths. When you notice the tread wear indicator bars become prominent, your tire treads are getting too shallow, and it's time for replacements. more Excessively Uneven Tire Wear Tires also tend to wear down unevenly due to unbalanced weight in the car and other uneven forces exerted by the steering and brakes. While regular tire rotation keeps most tire sets even in size and wear, tires can occasionally become too uneven for rotation to fix. Significantly uneven tires are no longer safe to use and should be replaced. Persistent Tire Pressure Trouble Most drivers check the air pressure in their tires once or twice a month. If you notice persistently falling air pressure or the tire pressure monitor gauge on your dashboard keeps lighting up, you might need a new set of tires. Rapidly Spreading Sidewall Cracks UV rays and chemicals from the road can gradually damage tire rubber, causing the moisture in the rubber to dry out. This reduces the tire's flexibility and creates cracks that most often appear in the sidewalls. A few tiny cracks are nothing to worry about, but many rapidly spreading cracks put the tire at risk of blowing out. Bulges and Blisters in the Rubber When a tire's inner liner is ruptured by an impact with a pothole or curb, escaping air can sometimes become trapped beneath the outer layer of rubber, forming a bubble or blister. This also means the tire is also no longer safe to use and has to go. Cuts, Holes, or Embedded Objects In car tires, small punctures, cuts, and holes made by embedded objects can sometimes be repaired safely. However, if a gash or hole is too big or placed in an awkward position, you may need to replace the whole tire. If you find any such damage, ask a trusted technician what they think can be done to resolve it. Visit Tom Bush MINI in Jacksonville, FL, today to have your tires promptly rotated, repaired, or replaced. We're a locally trusted dealership offering a handy one-stop shop for all your vehicle purchasing or maintenance needs.

The 2024 MINI Countryman All4 combines old-school luxury with modern charm. It's a lively towncar that will make you feel like royalty. You can cruise around the city, hit the beach, or take long road trips without feeling the heat. As your local MINI experts, we know a great ride when we see one. Here are some of our favorite things about the latest model. 5 Favorite Features of the 2024 MINI Countryman All4 Packed with Power This classic style has all the power of the latest models. The All4 is powered by a twin-turbocharged 1.5-liter 3-cylinder direct-injection engine. It produces 134 horsepower at 4,500 RPM and 162 lb.-ft. of torque at 1,480 RPM. You can go from zero to 60 mph in 9.3 seconds. It has the juice to get around slow drivers, traverse wet terrain, and help you get to work in record time. Room for Everything You can fit everything in the car without feeling squished. It has 17.6 cubic feet of trunk space and 47.6 cubic feet of cargo volume. The interior seats five comfortably, so everyone can spread out without stepping on each other's toes. Easy Accessibility You can add the optional power tailgate to the All4. It has a built-in foot sensor so you can lift the cargo hatch when your hands are full. more Stunning Infotainment The MINI is taking built-in technology to a new level. The latest Countryman has a 5.5-inch dynamic digital display that shows your speed, driving mode, and charging level if you have a hybrid. There's also an 8.8-inch dashboard touchscreen with an elevated design for managing all your entertainment options, tracking your route, and checking the weather. You can rock out to Sirius XM or your favorite streaming app using Apple CarPlay. Expert Safety for Improved Navigation Your MINI is looking out for you. The active driving assistance program has collision warnings and automatic emergency braking to reduce the risk of accidents. The adaptive cruise control feature uses the following distance indicators to keep you at the ideal distance. The steering wheel has built-in lane departure warnings to warn you when you're outside the lines. You'll feel a slight vibration in the wheel to keep you on the right track. The upgraded LED headlights improve illumination on dark roads. The auto-leveling feature adjusts brightness based on your surroundings. You can drive through rough weather, dense fog, and lonely streets at night without losing sight of the road. Nothing beats the vintage appeal of a MINI. These vehicles have been updated for modern drivers, with all the features you crave. Our team will help you upgrade your trim and choose the best model for your budget and needs. Visit Tom Bush MINI in Jacksonville, FL, to experience these features in person.

The sport-tuned and supremely stylish 2026 MINI John Cooper Works 2 Door is a hot hatch with European style, impeccable performance, and a collection of standard features suitable for daily driving. Explore the highlights of this performance-loving hatchback today. The JCW 2 Door is powered by a well-balanced 2.0-liter TwinPower turbocharged motor that delivers 228 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. The twin-scroll turbocharger enhances engine output and overall efficiency for a smooth and responsive ride feel. You can expect this hot hatch to go from zero to 60 MPH in 6.1 seconds with an effortlessly maintained top track speed of 150. A spunky seven-speed sport dual-clutch transmission gives this hatchback a plucky personality, while dynamic stability control and a multi-link rear suspension optimize handling at high speeds. The estimated efficiency for this model is 27 MPG on urban streets and 37 MPG on the freeway. Exterior The JCW 2 Door is equipped with exclusive 17-inch John Cooper Works wheels and all-season tires that offer great traction in wet and dry road conditions. Rain-sensing windshield wipers are paired with automatic headlight control, meaning the front windshield wipers and headlights respond to environmental conditions so you can keep your attention on the road. The LED headlights have cornering lights for added visibility. Interior This hatchback is upholstered with a practical Vescin and cloth seating material, as well as a 2D knit fabric dashboard. A panoramic moonroof with a built-in wind deflector to reduce wind noise when the roof is open is standard, along with a shading system for on-demand shielding from the sun. A three-spoke JCW heated steering wheel is also standard. more This model comes with the MINI Operating System 9, which is optimized for touch and voice input to manage in-cabin settings. A 9.4-inch round OLED display stands out from the competition with MINI Experience Modes to customize the ambiance of the cabin. A MINI head-up display is also standard, allowing drivers to see key information on the windshield. Driver Assistance The JCW 2 Door has dynamic cruise control to continually adapt to the speed of surrounding traffic, which helps you save on gas by reducing aggressive speeding and braking that can eat into fuel economy. The MINI Active Driving Assistant is standard, which bundles a forward collision mitigation system, speed limit assist, and a lane-keeping system to improve your daily drive. Another key safety system is the MINI Assist eCall system, which comes with a manual emergency SOS button to hail assistance on demand and an automatic crash notification system to send first responders your way after a severe accident. The John Cooper Works 2 Door has a unique style in the MINI Cooper lineup, along with advanced technologies for modern drivers. Take a test drive at Tom Bush MINI in Jacksonville, FL today.