Return of Iconic Nissan GT-R; First Look at Next-Generation Lexus LS; Audi's Striking TT Update and More News From the Tokyo Motor Show This Week on TheCarConnection.com. Also Waves of New Japanese Hybrids, Behind GM's UAW Deal and Spy Shots of Audi A9.

DETROIT, Oct. 24, 2005 -- Look fast or you may miss the GT-R, "the crystallization" of all Nissan stands for, senior officials tell TheCarConnection.com (http://www.thecarconnection.com/ ). The site has a first look at the Japanese automaker's iconic street racer, due to market in 2007. It's just part of TCC's extensive and exclusive coverage of the Tokyo Motor Show.

In this week's issue, you'll also get a close-up look at the LF-Sh, the thinly-disguised show car that will soon re-emerge as the next-generation Lexus flagship LS sedan. Find out more about its new V-8 and the optional hybrid-electric powertrain that Lexus insiders promise will outperform both the BMW 7-Series and new Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

Speaking of hybrids, in today's Daily Edition, find out more about the wave of new hybrid-electric vehicles coming from Japan, as well as the hydrogen-powered rotary hybrid Mazda Senku.

New reviews this week include the revolutionary 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedan, and the smoking hot Chevrolet Corvette Z06, where the sound and fury signify everything.

Then check out spy shots of both the 2008 Audi R9, the production version of the LeMans concept car, and the '08 Audi A5.

In business news, go behind the scenes for a complete report on the critical new deal between General Motors and the UAW. How much is it really worth, and will it help turn things around for the troubled automaker?

Then see why Ford is waiting until January before announcing yet another turnaround plan? What does it have in mind, and will it come in time, considering the automaker's worsening condition?

In TCC's new blog, TccConfidential, get more on Japan's hybrids and Audi's song siren. Then find out how to cover an auto show during an earthquake.

Let OnSite Mechanic solve your service problems. Find Kelley Blue Book pricing and more -- on the Web's Automotive Authority, TheCarConnection.com.

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