WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ, (January 5, 2024) – MINI USA today unveiled the official route for MINI TAKES THE STATES (MTTS) 2024. The iconic MINI owner rally commences its journey from Albuquerque, N.M., on July 13, heading north to Seattle, Wash., concluding with a Rally Finale on Sunday evening, July 21. The on-road adventure will traverse five states and nine cities with participants cruising through diverse landscapes including the desert plains of New Mexico and the mountainous forests of Washington state.
After departing Albuquerque on the first day, the caravan of MINIs will head north through Colorado and Utah to Salt Lake City, UT. From there drivers will have the opportunity to explore-on-own nearby national treasures including Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park. Continuing through Big Sky country, MTTS 2024 will stop in Bozeman and Missoula, Mont., then head west to Spokane, Wash. From there, drivers will cruise southwest passing through the scenic mountains and fruit-filled valleys of Yakima, Wash. Participants will then finish the final leg heading west to Seattle complete with vistas of legendary Mount Rainier.
“We’re excited to reconnect with our MINI owners nation-wide to foster current relationships, forge new friendships and make lasting memories, this time in some of our incredible and majestic western states. Knowing the special nature of this event for our community, we’ve curated an extraordinary adventure that promises an unforgettable experience.”
The most recent MTTS saw a remarkable turnout, with over 2,000 enthusiastic MINI owners amassing a diverse fleet of more than 800 MINI vehicles, each showcasing unique shapes, sizes, and colors. The group covered more than 1,700 miles down an inland route from Vermont to South Carolina, traversing through eight cities along state and country roads.
To see the latest updates on MTTS 2024, visit MINITAKESTHESTATES.com. To view highlights from MTTS 2022, please visit the MINI USA YouTube channel.