Inside Story at Fiat. And TCC's Spies Capture Pics of James '007' Bond's New Aston Martin

. DETROIT, June 17 -- Break out your tie-dyes and bell bottom jeans (or borrow them from your kids). The '60s are back as Volkswagen announces plans to revive the long-lost Microbus. Get the flashback in this week's issue of TheCarConnection.com .

And drive, rather than stroll, down memory lane, as TCC reports on Ford's first-of-its-kind charity auction of 51 rare and unique concept cars. Though TCC was outbid on the $1 million Ghia Focus, you can see some of the most unusual -- and expensive -- cars that went on the block.

Bond is back. James Bond, aka 007, is about to once again save the world from villains on wheels. And TheCarConnection's own spies have captured pics of the super spy's all-new Aston Martin, along with the assortment of hot wheels he'll be pursuing.

In business news, there's more good news for General Motors, now the most efficient of the Big 3 automakers. But according to the new Harbour Report, Nissan and the Japanese are still way out in front. The UAW's new boss, Ron Gettelfinger, isn't wasting time flexing his muscle. Get the word on how the strike against JCI was settled -- and what it means. Then get the inside word on what's happening with GM and troubled Italian automaker, Fiat.

This week's reviews include the sleek new Lexus ES300 and the luxurious Ford F150 King Ranch pick-up. They're the Toys of Summer. But in Family Matters, find out what convertible might be right for you and your brood.

It's time to put your money where your corporate mouth is. That's what the Sierra Club is telling Ford Chairman Bill Ford, who likes to boast of his environmental activism. Check the story in this week's issue.

Planning to rent a car this Summer? Here are some tips that could help you save money and get a better set of wheels.

For racing fans, see who the eight great new inductees are in the MotorSports hall of fame; and, as always, you'll find TCC's complete racing results round-up.

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