Spy shots: VW CrossGolf and Volvo C40. Test drives: Saab 9-7X and Subaru Tribeca. A Volga for GM? A new 9-4X mini crossover for Saab? Ford has bigger plans for big trucks. All in TheCarConnection.com

DETROIT, June 13 -- What will it take to transform Saab from a struggling niche player into a mainstream luxury brand? The Swedish automaker is betting on product. Lots of it. In an exclusive report, TheCarConnection.com explores Saab's crossover strategy, including plans for next year's 9-6X, along with a smaller crossover, tentatively dubbed the 9-4X, due to market by 2009. Check this week's issue for details.

This week's reviews begin with Saab's first light truck entry, the 9-7X, as well as the Subaru Tribeca -- the base for the Saab 9-6X next year.

Don't miss exclusive spy shots of the intriguing Volkswagen crossover, the CrossGolf, as well as the Volvo C40.

So you think rising gas prices crippled big truck sales? Then why is Ford planning to surpass last year's record with the full-size F-150? TheCarConnection has the story.

Rick Wagoner wants a time machine. General Motors' CEO would like to go back five years to put more emphasis on competitive product. He can't, so now what? Get the latest on what's happening at GM, including the possibility of much-needed health care concessions from the United Autoworkers Union.

And see why TheCarConnection's Publisher frets GM still hasn't figured out just how deep a mess it's in.

In other industry news, DaimlerChrysler plans some major investments in the U.S. market. What does Juergen Schrempp have in mind? Read this week's issue to find out. You'll also learn why Jim Selwa bailed out on Rolls-Royce and Pierre Gagnon said farewell to Malcolm Bricklin's China car venture.

Looking for a hot, hard-to-get car? The TCC Tip will help you get one -- without getting taking to the cleaners.

Don't miss this week's CAR-toon, only on TheCarConnection.com. 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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