TheCarConnection.com Tests Scion's Second-Generation xB and All-New xD, Along with Buick's Breakthrough Enclave

Also, this week: Toyota Tundra engine failures; Mercedes blows out the candles as AMG turns 40. Mazda's rotary engine celebrates 40 years. And have Detroit's Big Three finally closed the productivity gap with Japan?

DETROIT, June 4 -- You may experience deja vu all over again when you get a look at Scion's second-generation xB. But this box-on-wheels, from Toyota's youth division, has grown a bit bigger, more powerful and a good bit more fun, according to the review on TheCarConnection.com, http://www.thecarconnection.com/. Find out more and then check the road test on Scion's other new model, the xD, to see how it fares.

If you haven't taken a look at the Buick brand lately, you're not alone. The ailing GM vision has been steadily sliding in the sales charts. But things just might change when potential buyers get a good look at the all-new Buick Enclave. See why TheCarConnection.com's reviewers were so surprised, in this week's issue.

Things haven't gone as well as expected for Toyota, since it launched the latest version of the full-size Tundra pickup. Now, troubles are mounting, and rising reports of V-8 engine failures could result in a massive -- and embarrassing -- recall. Get the complete story on TheCarConnection.com.

Get ready to spin some tires and blow out the candles. Mercedes-Benz's AMG division is ready to celebrate its 40th anniversary and TheCarConnection.com was at the party. Find out how a couple factory rats created turned a small garage shop into the heart of a high-performance empire that's transformed the way we think about Mercedes.

It must be something in the stars, because it's time to celebrate another important birthday, as Mazda's rotary engine turns 40. Find out the story behind this unusual powerplant on TheCarConnection.com.

In business news, Detroit has long lagged the Japanese when it comes to assembly plant productivity. Not anymore. The best of the Big Three may soon outperform their Asian rivals, according to the latest Harbour Report. Check the story and find out why this is good news for customers, as well as shareholders.

Then find out the latest industry sales figures. Toyota has again pushed past Ford, but industry giant General Motors had a good May, as well.

And what is Ford going to do as it struggles to close plants without walking away from the ever-popular Lincoln Town Car?

Then check out the summer calendar of classic car shows -- from Meadowbrook to Pebble Beach, they're all on TheCarConnection.com.

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