Photos: A love for surfing drives design of new MINI 'The Skeg' concept

MINI’s new concept car, ‘The Skeg,’ developed in collaboration with lifestyle brand Deus ex Machina, uniquely blends electric vehicle technology with surf culture. This one-off John Cooper Works electric show car emphasizes minimalism, clean design, and acceleration, embodying a “quiet rebellion” that reflects both progressive electric mobility and the ethos of surfing. Its exterior features a vibrant yellow and silver finish, wide fenders, an illuminated grille, and lightweight semi-transparent fiberglass panels that reduce weight by 15%. A standout aerodynamic element is the Flex Tip Surf Spoiler, inspired by the concave underside of a surfboard, which dynamically responds to airflow to generate lift. Inside, ‘The Skeg’ pays homage to surf shops with custom fiberglass elements that play with light and a dashboard made using surfboard technology for durability and lightness. Practical features such as fiberglass trays for wetsuit storage and tactile analogue controls underscore the car’s functional design rooted in surf culture values. The racing bucket seats are upholstered in