MINI announces its first‑ever entry into the 2026 Rebelle Rally, marking a bold new chapter in the brand’s storied motorsport history.
Competing in the longest competitive off-road navigation rally in the United States, MINI will take part in the event with a new model variant that introduces an exciting adventure-oriented expression of the MINI brand during one of the world’s premier off-road competitions for women.
Held annually across the deserts of Nevada and California, and for the first time in Utah, the Rebelle Rally is the nation’s premier all-women off-road navigation competition, challenging competitors to rely solely on maps, compass, road book, and teamwork as they traverse 1,500 miles of rugged terrain. For MINI, the rally provides the ideal proving ground to demonstrate the capability, durability, and adventurous spirit of its newest model variant.
The new model variant will present a more rugged and adventure-oriented interpretation of the MINI lineup, designed for those eager to venture beyond the pavement and confidently follow wherever the journey may lead. More details will be revealed this fall in conjunction with the vehicle’s global reveal.
Campaigning MINI’s newest model variant in the rally will be an accomplished two-woman team whose combined experience in motorsports, navigation, and storytelling reflects the adventurous spirit of both the vehicle and the rally.
Erika Ferrer: A member of the BMW Group team in Mexico, Erika will serve as navigator. Ferrer brings both professional communications expertise and an impressive competitive rally résumé. After beginning her motorsports career managing championship rally teams, she transitioned into the co-driver’s seat, earning three consecutive regional rally co-driver championships while competing throughout Mexico. Ferrer has also co-driven renowned rally champion Benito Guerra during La Carrera Panamericana. Representing MINI at the Rebelle Rally combines her passion for motorsport with her role in communicating the brand’s latest innovations, making her uniquely positioned to share the story of MINI’s inaugural Rebelle Rally campaign.
Felicia Killman: Driving the MINI entry will be Felicia Killman of Lacey, Washington. A a dedicated rally competitor, Killman has built a reputation for embracing challenges both on and off the course. An active competitor in the American Rally Association, she has experience as a navigator and campaigns a specially prepared MINI in stage rally competition. A passionate advocate for the MINI community, Killman views motorsport as an opportunity to inspire others to pursue ambitious goals through preparation, perseverance, and teamwork.
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