JOHN MURDOCH'S DRIVE TIME: We focus on the facelifted MG HS and preview John Cooper Works model of new MINI Countryman range

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In this instalment of John Murdoch's Drive Time, John focuses on the facelifted MG HS and discovers how a John Cooper Works model is to be the flagship of the new MINI Countryman range, which will arrive early next year.

Chinese-owned MG is enjoying spectacular growth at the moment as a result of producing well-equipped cars cheaper than most of the opposition.Their MG HS SUV model recently had a facelift, with changes to the front and rear styling.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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