Daimler Truck Holding AG has appointed a new chief executive officer and chairman of the Board of Management: Karin Rådström will succeed Martin Daum at the top of the company The company’s Supervisory Board appointed Rådström to succeed Daum until January 31 Daum will simultaneously resign as CEO and remain a full member of the Board of Management until December 31 See also: Fleets Explained: Trucking industry careers Daum began his career at Daimler-Benz AG in 1987 he played a key role in growing the local business the segment North America is one of Daimler Truck’s powerhouses Since assuming the role as member of the Board of Management of the former Daimler AG for Trucks and Buses in 2017 Daum and his leadership team have significantly increased revenues while strongly enhancing margins and on behalf of the entire Supervisory Board I would like to thank Martin Daum for his commitment and outstanding results,” Joe Kaeser “He has been leading Daimler Truck’s transition from a conglomerate division into a successful DAX-listed company in a convincing manner he led it through one of its most eventful times in recent history and has been the key architect of Daimler Truck’s economic success and international reputation He is a ‘trucker’ with heart and soul Martin Daum hands over a successful company which is well prepared for the challenges ahead.” Daum’s successor as CEO, Karin Rådström, joined Daimler Truck’s Board of Management in 2021. Rådström  has since then has been responsible for Mercedes-Benz Trucks the trained engineer has successfully reshaped the segment profitability and advanced its transformation toward sustainability Rådström introduced a range of new battery electric trucks while driving customer focus together with her team. Before joining Daimler Truck, she oversaw sales and marketing as a member of the Executive Board at Scania she previously also held the position of SVP “We are delighted to win Karin Rådström with her outstanding industry knowledge and leadership skills as the new CEO of Daimler Truck Holding AG,” Kaeser said “She has proven that she is able to successfully advance the transformation of a brand while navigating a challenging external environment Karin Rådström has been instrumental in establishing a new performance culture and fostering empowerment These principles are essential for Daimler Truck to master the transformation of mobility successfully and be our customers’ first choice and we are very much looking forward to continuing our collaboration.” Karin Rådström will remain responsible for Mercedes-Benz Trucks until her succession will be decided Kevin Jones, Editorial Director Josh Fisher Jade Brasher Jeremy Wolfe, Editor Jenna Hume Eric Van Egeren The German company Bosch is closing 2 plants of its Bosch Power Tools division in Germany by 2026 due to the economic crisis the industrial union IG Metall said in a statement management informed the workforce that the plant in Leinfelden-Echterdingen (in the federal state of Baden-Württemberg) and the plant in Sebnitz in Saxony would be closed by the end of 2026 The company took this step due to problems in the construction industry and consumer restraint against the backdrop of the current economic crisis These power tool factories produce products such as angle grinders “The cost-cutting and efficiency improvement programs that have been implemented are not enough” emphasized Bosch Power Tools board member Thomas Donato adding that the plant's capacity utilization has decreased significantly the chairwoman of the Bosch Power Tools Leinfelden works council said that “the management's desire to close the plant by the end of 2026 is an insult to the workers” The move was also criticized by the IG Metall trade union “We are ready to fight and also to offer alternative proposals“ Bosch CEO Stefan Hartung indicated that due to the difficult market situation the company is planning further job cuts in individual companies Bosch will have 417,900 employees worldwide (11,500 fewer than the previous year) the number of employees has decreased by 4,400 to 129,800 (minus 3.3%) the company has repeatedly announced plans to cut jobs in various areas More news from Business The glory of Europe in autumn is reflected in its crisp gold-tone palette and the bounty of field and forest this is the time of year to enjoy the newly harvested crops and regional fare at its finest A number of festivals and special events showcase and celebrate the fruits nuts and vegetables associated with this time of the year Pumpkins: Blühendes Barock is the name given to the vast gardens surrounding the Ludwigsburg Residential Palace about 10 miles north of Stuttgart flowerbeds and fairy tale-inspired buildings host what’s billed as the world’s largest pumpkin exhibition To keep visitors returning year after year each year’s show is designed around a different theme; in 2022 creatures from the jungle and rainforest serve as the inspiration Cabbage: The town of Leinfelden-Echterdingen is known for the cultivation of a variety of cabbage that’s easily recognizable due to its pointed shape Filderkraut is said to have fewer and finer veins than its round cousin and to be milder in taste Those residing closer to Wiesbaden can celebrate cabbage at nearby Eltville’s “Kappeskerb” slated for Oct one of the last folk festivals of the Rheingau region The 2024 Olympic silver medal winner and German decathlon record holder will continue to compete for VfB Stuttgart German decathlon record holder Leo Neugebauer will continue to represent VfB Stuttgart’s track and field athletics department as confirmed by the two parties during Saturday’s general assembly The 24-year-old won silver at the 2024 Olympics in Paris but despite becoming the first German decathlete since Frank Busemann in 1996 to win a medal at the Games The announcement of his contract extension was greeted by loud applause from the members attending the assembly.  Leo Neugebauer: “I’m really pleased to remain part of the VfB team I’d like to say a big thank you to the executive committee Dieter Göggel and the entire athletics department for their support I also have a number of highlights coming up this year such as the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo in September.” VfB president Dietmar Allgaier: “Leo Neugebauer is a top international athlete and an ideal ambassador for VfB We’re delighted he’s reaffirmed his commitment to VfB Stuttgart This is a big statement from our club and for VfB’s image as the face of top-level track and field athletics in southern Germany.”  Neugebauer was born on 19 June 2000 and grew up in the Swabian town of Leinfelden-Echterdingen where he represented local club LG Leinfelden-Echterdingen before joining VfB’s track and field athletics team in 2023 While continuing to compete at the highest level Neugebauer recently spent several years studying economics at the University of Texas in Austin where he performed for the Texas Longhorns’ Track & Field team He broke the American college record in the decathlon and was awarded the Bowerman Trophy for being the USA’s best college athlete in 2024 Despite completing his studies last summer Neugebauer continues to make the most of the excellent training conditions in Austin smart is expanding its product portfolio with a third model the brand is bringing the smart Concept #5 to life As a multi-purpose SUV in the mid-size segment the smart #5 will open up a new segment for smart catering to new target groups and consumers with an active lifestyle The World Premiere will take place in Brisbane and the vehicle will be available in Europe from 2025.   we have created our most spacious and versatile vehicle to date The #5 is a great expansion of our existing portfolio and will make the smart brand an attractive choice for more and more customers in Europe smart's portfolio is growing with the all-new smart #5 smart is resolutely continuing its product offensive the smart Concept #52 provided a promising preview of a larger multi-purpose vehicle from the brand at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition the first sketches of the smart #5 reveal that the production version will consistently build on the ideas of the concept car the vehicle will adhere to the smart design philosophy ‘love combining the unconventional smart aesthetic with robust functionality The vehicle’s exterior design is characterized by its boxy Offering a great amount of space and premium comfort the smart #5 is designed to take its users outside of the city reflecting the rising demand among customers leading active and flexible lifestyles.   Extensive tests under extreme conditionsOver the past few months the smart #5 has already demonstrated its outstanding outdoor capabilities in rigorous off-road and winter tests3 the performance of the electric powertrain and the charging capability of the batteries were successfully tested under very cold conditions along with the assistance and safety systems4 were also extensively evaluated in challenging off-road environments These tests underscore smart’s commitment to providing customers with the best possible products and premium quality In preparation for entry into the European market highly comprehensive testing program in Europe The market launch in Europe is planned for 2025 1The vehicle is in the EU homologation process smart will publish the official values through its usual channels as soon as the homologation process is completed The vehicle shown may include optional equipment and features that may not be applicable to all markets This vehicle is currently not available for sale in the EU Please avoid dangerous traffic situations and observe the applicable laws and regulations 4All smart driver assistance and safety systems are aids and do not release the user from his responsibility as a driver Observe the information in the operating instructions and the system limits described there smart Europe GmbH is a wholly-owned subsidiary of smart mobility International Pte and was founded in June 2020 in Leinfelden-Echterdingen smart Europe’s international team is responsible for all sales marketing and after-sales activities for the next generation of smart vehicles products and services of the brand in the European market With Dirk Adelmann as CEO and Martin Günther as CFO the company is developing its full potential in Europe with a highly efficient and customer-oriented business model The international smart joint venture was established between Mercedes-Benz AG and Geely Automobile Co. smart positions itself as a leading provider of intelligent electric vehicles in the premium segment Residents throw an annual celebration in honor of their heirloom pointed filderkraut—so named for the Filder plateau where it flourishes The filderkraut is particularly prized for its tender leaves and its slightly sweet flavor (said to be particularly well suited for sauerkraut) were growing pointed cabbages as early as 500 years ago Germans pay tribute to these beloved conical crop with a festival every October Filderkraut Fest sees the crowning of a cabbage king and queen The trashcans resemble massive filderkraut Those looking to take a piece of the party home with them can purchase whole or shredded-to-order cabbages for later use Sign up for our newsletter and get the best of Gastro Obscura in your inbox Typically held the third weekend of October this annual event is sure to be brimming with cabbage Follow us on Twitter to get the latest on the world's hidden wonders Like us on Facebook to get the latest on the world's hidden wonders Canada welcomes the arrival of RIZON class 4 and 5 electric MD trucks This introduction marks a significant milestone in the country's transition towards sustainable transportation solutions is announcing the Canadian launch of its battery-electric Class 4-5 trucks The RIZON brand will be presented in Canada for the first time at Truck World in Toronto from April 18th to 20th and will be available to Canadian customers for the first time These all-electric medium-duty work trucks, belonging to Daimler's pioneering RIZON brand offer an innovative alternative to traditional diesel-powered vehicles Following their successful unveiling at the 2023 ACT Expo in Anaheim the RIZON trucks have garnered considerable attention with anticipation building for their official market launch With preorders slated to open in June, Canadian fleet operators will have the opportunity to embrace cutting-edge electric technology highlights Canada's strong commitment to green energy and infrastructure making it an ideal expansion opportunity for RIZON He expresses enthusiasm about introducing their zero-emission solution to Canadian customers emphasizing the reliability and cutting-edge technology of RIZON's OEM trucks from Daimler Truck RIZON aims to reach a fresh customer base with a purpose-built chassis for electric vehicles These potential customers may be new to Daimler or seeking to replace the aging fleets of Isuzu or Mitsubishi Fuso covers with more modern alternatives What sets RIZON apart is its emphasis on delivering a smooth This feature makes transitioning from vehicles like the Ford E-Transit much more seamless than anticipated In addition to California and select US states the Canadian government has outlined intentions to restrict or outright prohibit the use of diesel trucks on its roadways Despite Canada's commitment to achieving zero emissions by 2050 Daimler's introduction of a new brand may seem unnecessary to some RIZON will introduce four model variants: the e16L These models will offer a variety of configurations and options catering to gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWRs) ranging from 7.25 to 8.55 tons there is a significant opportunity to introduce the RIZON truck the RIZON model stands out as a promising option Daimler's vast network of dealerships under Freightliner and Western Star provides a sense of reliability and accessibility for potential buyers especially those new to the medium-duty truck market This widespread network ensures that customers can access support Sign up for our free newsletter for the Latest coverage A medieval game of cards where Leafs and Hearts appear to be showing and chips or coins are in play «We know very little about the games played with the early European playing cards featured in the exhibition The World in Play: Luxury Cards, 1430–1540 In the late Middle Ages and early modern times card playing was widely enjoyed by all levels of society perhaps because it was more challenging than dice and other games of pure chance yet less cerebral than chess The cards themselves are not a game but the means for one and the games played at the time are as varied as those who played them This was particularly true before decks were standardized; without uniform decks there could be no codified games that all could play Workshop of Bonifacio Bembo (Italian, Cremonese, active ca. 1442–died before 1482). World, from The Visconti Tarot (detail) Paper (pasteboard) with opaque paint on tooled gold ground; 7 3/8 x 3 1/2 in Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library Sermons and treatises condemning card games make it clear that usually gambling was involved which authorities felt all too often resulted in violence and penury such as tarot in Italy and Karnöffel in Germany Other games had trump cards based on social ranks and gold; the d'Este arms are hand drawn in pen and ink on the 2 of every suit; each card: 4 1/8 x 2 3/8 in and the manner in which they are randomly dealt out is the mix with which each player must contend Within the framework of rules and through imaginative thought and strategy the cards in hand can be parleyed into success—or not The random conditions presented by a hand of cards could be likened to the circumstances one is born into a game of cards has a distinct advantage: if you don't like the hand you were dealt the playing out of a hand of cards is a microcosmic reflection of the ever-changing world around us—a world in play The artists who created these cards seem to have shared this view Met Blogs: View all blog posts related to this exhibition. News | Nov 8 No-Shave November is a fundraising project affiliated with the American Cancer Society that was started to raise awareness about cancer “The goal of No-Shave November is to grow awareness by embracing our hair Donate the money you usually spend on shaving and grooming for a month to educate about cancer prevention save lives and aid those fighting the battle.” For more information or to start your own fundraising team, visit http://www.no-shavenovember.comtarget="_blank">http://www.no-shavenovember.com Nearly 12 million people tuned in for the season premiere of “Duck Dynasty” on A&E this summer making it the most-watched nonfiction series telecast in cable history but it also reveres another cultural icon — the beard Through four seasons of watching the Robertson men hunt blow things up and gather around the family dinner table viewers have also seen the men’s stubble grow to unruly forests of fur Their beards often become part of the plotlines and the show’s popularity means anyone out in public with a full beard could be mistaken for a member of the family Robertson Other shows have also jumped on the beard bandwagon most notably IFC’s “Whisker Wars,” a reality TV spot that follows the international sport of bearding travel from town to town competing against other facial hair farmers for coveted titles and a chance to battle it out — beard style — at the annual World Beard & Mustache Championships The High Country has also embraced another trend: No-Shave November a month-long homage to hair that raises awareness and funds for cancer research The fundraising campaign started November 2009 on Facebook with fewer than 50 participants and has grown to include thousands of people across the globe So what’s with this fascination with the five o’clock shadow you have to understand a little bit of their history Men in ancient Egypt started shaving their faces as far back as 3,000 B.C. the upper echelons would don decorative false beards as a sign of royalty philosopher and teacher Socrates and other intellectuals of his time wore beards as symbols of wisdom The Catholic Church has notoriously had trouble making up its mind about beards According to “Beards: An archaeological and historical overview,” an academic paper by Marion Dowd “At different times in the Church’s history beardlessness was seen to reflect a celibate life the devil and evil,” but “by the ninth century Catholic priests wore beards while the Greek Church remained clean-shaven “Military leaders throughout time have made the trimming of beards and hair obligatory for soldiers for reasons of hygiene as well as for military prowess.” Emperor Francis Joseph adhered to the military trend in the late 1800s with some awesome temple-to-jaw sideburns possibly modeled after the namesake Civil War-era chops made famous by Maj No matter the inspiration or moral motivation carefully cultivated chin growth moved from necessity to fashion to art recently with the advent of worldwide bearding competitions the annual finale of which is the World Beard & Mustache Championships The World Championships might draw the crème de la crème of beards and wacky freestyle facial topiaries but those growing out their cheek fuzz don’t have to travel to Germany to find some friendly bearding competition local beards are put to the test during Mustache March with heated contests cropping up all over the county said a little bit of everything walks through their door in the form of facial hair we have a lot of guys who grow their beards all winter and then do something silly for the competitions around town,” she said we have the standard grizzly mountain man beard They grow it for three months and then come in to have the crazies taken care of.” beards provide protection from wind and sun a repository for snow from powder day face shots and even just an excuse to not buy a razor “Some people like it low on the cheeks or the jaw line,” Sublett said and we’ll clean up their cheek lines and around their mouths so they aren’t tickling the ladies.” Sublett said she has a couple of clients who just come in for beard trims but most of the trimming comes complimentary with a haircut Beard maintenance can be as simple as putting a guard on a pair of clippers and taking it all down a hair or as complex as hand fades “I think there’s that kind of mountain man persona that most men here like to adopt,” Sublett said “They pretend that they don’t care and it gets to a point that they start to care; it’s the same thing when it comes to barbering.” Despite differences in style and function from decade to decade and place to place the beard has lived on in one way or another throughout history and around the world beautiful beard and the men who maintain the trend — happy bearding Summit Daily is embarking on a multiyear project to digitize its archives going back to 1989 and make them available to the public in partnership with the Colorado Historic Newspapers Collection The full project is expected to cost about $165,000 All donations made in 2023 will go directly toward this project Hangzhou / Leinfelden-Echterdingen) Having previously received a Euro NCAP five-star safety rating the smart #3 has once again earned authoritative industry recognition the smart #3 Pro+ has been awarded the highest five-star rating by the European Green NCAP (Green New Car Assessment Programme) an organization evaluating new vehicles for environmental performance and energy efficiency the smart #3 has become a model example for environmental friendliness and carbon reduction in the new energy vehicle sector The smart #3 Pro+ awarded European Green NCAP five-star rating Setting New Standards in Air Quality Systems  Green NCAP is an independent quantitative assessment conducted under Euro NCAP which evaluates vehicle performance in three areas: air quality index Its aim is to promote continuing progress in the automotive industry in the fields of environmental protection and to advocate for consumers to choose products that excel in health The smart #3 excelled in its Green NCAP evaluation notably achieving the maximum score of 10 in the Clean Air Index are significantly lower than testing standards emitting “zero pollution” to the external atmosphere and allowing occupants to enjoy fresh The smart #3 is equipped with an intelligent active air quality system smart has established a rigorous air quality management system for the passenger compartment implementing strict air quality controls from the design phase material selection and manufacturing processes to components and procedures the smart #3 is equipped with an intelligent active air quality system able to automatically adjust air circulation while on the move Based on the air quality inside and outside the car the air purification system reacts to ensure a healthier travel experience.  the smart #3 easily handled temperature changes performing exceptionally well in cold test environments Its range and energy efficiency metrics scored among the top in its class providing customers with stable driving comfort aerodynamically designed exterior rearview mirrors low-drag wheel hubs and hidden door handles the smart #3 effectively reduces the vehicle's drag coefficient to ensure outstanding performance under high-speed test conditions The smart #3’s range and energy efficiency metrics scored among the top in its class The smart #3's battery and electric drive system is derived from the global leading SEA platform The vehicle is equipped with a 66 kWh ternary lithium battery which offers a CLTC pure electric range of up to 580km It can be charged from 10% to 80% in as little as 30 minutes and features an adjustable energy regeneration system to address range anxiety Pioneering the Latest Sustainable Development Practices  the smart #3 has received authoritative industry recognition and consumer praise due to its outstanding product strengths On the basis of its advanced active and passive safety technology the smart #3 has already earned a Euro NCAP five-star safety rating smart keeps a strict eye on “full-chain environmental protection” from materials sourcing to end-user delivery The smart #3 BRABUS performance edition also received a five-star healthy rating in 2023.  smart #3 earned Euro NCAP five-star safety rating (2023) the smart #3 has received the Green NCAP five-star rating the smart #3 finishes with an Average Score of 95% easily collects all 5 Green Stars and challenges the popular EV brands in the European market” The smart #3 incorporates international environmental protection standards as well as offering health and safety benefits to users meeting the upgraded needs for high-quality mobility from customers all over the world As part of the global movement towards carbon neutrality smart’s carbon management capabilities are at the core of the company’s sustainable development practice smart has established a system to manage the whole lifecycle carbon footprint of every vehicle incorporating collaborative carbon reduction work across the entire supply chain in cooperation with upstream and downstream industry partners smart keeps a strict eye on full-chain environmental protection Maintaining the vision of “exploring the best solutions for future urban mobility” has led smart to the establishment of leading practices in sustainable development and healthy vehicles. smart will continue to develop sustainably leveraging its commitment to innovation and excellence inviting customers and fans worldwide to become part of the journey to design a smarter future together smart has always maintained the vision of exploring the best solutions for future urban mobility. smart Automobile was officially established in 2019 with a forward-looking "China-Europe and is committed to becoming a world-leading smart has completed a comprehensive renewal of its brand and business model and has entered a new era of full-speed operations accelerating the establishment of a global product development and development for the new generation all-electric vehicle portfolio is led by the smart R&D team with the Mercedes-Benz Global design team overseeing vehicle design smart has now launched two all-electric SUV models with deliveries underway across multiple markets in China and Europe and continued expansion into high-potential markets in Southeast Asia and the Middle East smart will bring an all-new model to customers each year further enriching the new generation all-electric product portfolio CEO of smart Europe GmbH; and Will Nightingale The smart #1 has claimed the title of best Small Electric SUV at the prestigious 2024 What Car The recognition is the latest in a series of accolades for the all-electric SUV since its launch including receiving a coveted five-star rating from What Car?'s expert reviewers following its first-place finish in the Best Small SUV category of the What Car the win reflects the continued appeal of the smart’s class-leading performance and safety despite the emergence of multiple rivals since Awards are among the most esteemed accolades in the industry celebrating outstanding achievements and innovations from across the automotive spectrum We are thrilled to receive this significant What Car which recognizes smart’s commitment to delivering outstanding products in the electric vehicle sector With the imminent arrival of the even more affordable #1 Pro in the UK and the upcoming launch of our exceptionally well-received #3 we are confident that smart will continue to set new standards for practicality and has an interior that's both classy and practical You also get loads of equipment for your money it combines a good range with fast charging * Combined electricity consumption in kWh/100 km: 18.2 (BRABUS) 18.1 (Pro) (WLTP); Combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 0; Electric range (WLTP) in km: 400 (BRABUS) please visit https://uk.smart.com/en/service/legal/.  The smart #1 is the winner of the Golden Steering Wheel 2023 in the category "Best car under 50,000 euros" (AUTO BILD 45/2023 & BILD am SONNTAG 46/2023) and winner of the Car of the Year Award 2024 in the category "Best compact SUV of the year" ("Best small electric SUV of the Year"; https://www.whatcar.com/news/car-of-the-year-awards-best-small-electric-suv/n26452)  Following the five-star safety rating of the smart #1 by the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) crash test has now also received a five-star safety rating With this Euro NCAP safety rating in accordance with the new 2023 regulations the smart #3 is the front-runner in its class In the crucial safety assessments in the areas of Adult Occupant (90%) Vulnerable Road Users (84%) and Safety Assist (85%) exceeding the stringent European five-star requirements the smart #3 had the highest score for Safety Assist of all models tested in 2023 and the highest score for Adult Occupant in its category the smart #3 meets the highest quality standards setting benchmarks worldwide.  Robust housing made of high-strength steel for maximum safety  the new Euro NCAP 2023 standard provides for stringent tests in which not only the protection provided by the vehicle's safety systems is assessed but also an even higher standard for the damage to other vehicles The smart #3 performed well in both frontal impacts with a progressive movable barrier and side impacts with a rigid pillar.  The entire body structure was designed and developed to meet highest safety standards consisting of 19% of thermoformed steel and 74% of high-strength steel This creates a strong safety environment for its users and greatly increases the torsional rigidity allowing it to effectively resist external impacts and ensuring occupant safety while minimizing damage to other vehicles.  Battery safety is the main concern of every electric automobile user smart’s batteries employ non-thermal-propagation (NTP) technology to prevent and control non-thermal propagation This ensures increased battery safety through multiple protective measures Active safety protection: Safeguarding every journey  the smart #3 is an intelligent companion in everyday life and supports the driver with an intuitive ecosystem for driving This includes various systems as part of the smart Pilot Assist Active Lane Change Assist (ALCA) and Front and Rear Cross Traffic Alert The smart #3 stands out in the safety assistant test thanks to its active anticipation performance achieving the highest score of all models evaluated for 2023.  Equipped with a range of active safety technologies that boast superior detection and reaction capabilities the smart #3's AEB (Autonomous Emergency Braking) system scored full marks in Euro NCAP's typical urban traffic scenarios CEO of smart Europe states: "We are delighted with the 5-star safety rating from Euro NCAP This not only confirms the outstanding safety standards of our new smart #3 but also underlines smart's consistent commitment to strict manufacturing standards and safety as the top priority for our products."  The smart #3 is now available to order in Germany Further European markets will follow subsequently Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page has released preliminary design details and the official name of the second model launching since the brand’s renewal The new smart #3 is an all-electric SUV coupé with an outstanding sporty and avant-garde design.   Mercedes-Benz Global team’s sporty re-interpretation of a “sensual producty”   the interior and exterior design of the smart #3 is a creation of the Mercedes-Benz global design team Representing a sporty and dynamic interpretation of a “sensual producty” the truly original exterior of the smart #3 is defined by smooth lines and athletic curves The result is an emotionally iconic car that is defined by vibrant energy.  yet elegantly sensual and perfectly balanced attraction of opposites makes the design an important milestone in the evolution of smart’s premiumness’ core value," said Gorden Wagener "The design of the #3 is emotionally confident attracting and even thrilling the viewer."  The design is further accentuated by numerous details slimmed down LED headlights are paired with a strong “shark nose” and an A-shaped wide grill continuous e-line that connects the A-pillar and C-pillar creating an elegant and sporty fastback silhouette The large size of the wheels adds a powerful element while scooped cooling ducts leave no question as to performance intent.  we are excited to present the second model since our rebranding: The smart #3 It will be unveiled at Auto Shanghai and the car will be a vital element of our product portfolio that enables us to further shape urban mobility.”  sketches show the smart #3 with a confident curvature created by the prominent spoiler The look combines athletic appearance with elements of premium such as taillights with pixelated elements.  The smart #3 complements the new product range after the smart #1 which already had its market launch in the first European market with more to follow soon Further details on the new smart #3 for the European market will be released at a later stage.  This work, Richmond Marine claims victory in first steps towards MMA dream, by Sgt Rocco Defilippis, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright APPLE VALLEY • Nobody knows exactly when and where the current beard and mustache trend began but one handlebar mustache wearer from Apple Valley is nose deep in the mix a member of the Gentleman's Beard and Mustache Coalition and the Orange County Chapter of Beard Team USA plans on entering his mustache into a global competition in the fall is working to raise funds toward his journey to Leinfelden-Echterdingen to compete in the 2013 World Beard and Mustache Championships as he represents the United States on Nov "My mustache is a labor of love and a burden at the same time," said Adam Alvarado a bartender at Buffalo Wild Wings in Apple Valley who has also tended bar at the Coachella and Wagon Wheel music festivals "My mustache keeps me from eating all my favorite manly foods like burgers and ribs With a fiery red beard that would make any lawn gnome or dwarf from Middle-earth jealous will be joining Adam Alvarado as they leave for Europe on Oct who lives in Santa Ana and is the general manager of Salon Gregorie's in Newport Beach "These guys are serious about their facial hair," said Adam Alvarado's sister a freelance photographer who contributes to the Daily Press "And I have to admit that my brother spends more time grooming his 'stache than I do on my own hair." Adam Alvarado said he's always had a mustache but shed his beard and began waxing and oiling his mustache and using "hair and nail pills" to help his hair grow once he decided to compete Imperial or English-style (categories)," Adam Alvarado said "Those guys who just let them grow naturally are nuts." The beard team adheres to William Shakespeare's bearded outlook on life: "He that hath a beard is more than a youth and he that hath no beard is less than a man." Alvarado discovered that wax tends to deteriorate the mustache versus oil which tends to bring the facial hair to life I decided to check out the mustache and beard group," Alvarado said but these people were punks and metalheads said his mustache doesn't do much to attract women but it has done a great job attracting its share of giggles and finger-pointers "Chicks seem to like the full-on beard more they either like it or not," Alvarado said Alvarado and Jansson are taking online donations for their Germany trip at www.gofundme.com/4ewvs4 Information on the Beard and Mustache Coalition can be found online at www.thegbmc.com Rene De La Cruz may be reached at 760-951-6227 or at RDeLaCruz@VVDailyPress.com With Movember behind us we thought it only appropriate to nod to the men who spend not just one month but an entire year growing out their facial hair: moustache and beard competitors They flocked to New Orleans in September for the National Beard and Moustache Championships and in early November descended upon Leinfelden-Echterdingen for the World Beard and Moustache Championships Meet the men who made the biggest waves in categories that celebrated creative chops (dubbed "freestyle") and natural beauty (ie: no dyes or was) this year daniel-lawlor.jpgPhoto: Reuters/Michaela Rehle wolfgang-reuswich.jpgPhoto: Sheri Manson jeffrey-mustache.jpgPhoto: Greg Anderson He is a 39-year-old web designer from Voorhees Last month he deservedly won “Best in Show” (yes) at the National Beard Championship (yes) in New Orleans He and his uniquely round auburn beard — described as “a scraggly rising sun” — will be in Leinfelden-Echterdingen on Saturday for the World Beard & Moustache Championships The trip was partly funded by the Philadelphia Beard Club and sponsors There are some genuinely inspired beards 0n Team USA–but what Langum’s got going for him is the au naturel factor. He will be competing in the “Full Beard: Natural” category, in which “aids” are not allowed. Does that include beard oil [Courier-Post] How to Live Well (for Less) in Philadelphia 30 Must-Visit Pennsylvania State Historical Markers 18 Awesome Philly-Area High School Programs for Your Awesome Kid In the bleakest of sports years, Philadelphia has a new world champion Jeff Langum and his 17-inch beard won at the World Beard and Moustache Championship in Leinfelden-Echterdingen The 39-year-old Philadelphia native and Voorhees resident — who last shaved 25 months ago for a friend's wedding — has watched his round auburn beard become a national force in the facial hair landscape winning "Best in Show" at the National Beard Championship in September and a $1,000 prize hirsute hero didn't know his whiskers could conquer the world and you want to win," Langum told the Courier-Post last week and I'm back to drinking and hanging with friends." Categories at a beard competition are as diverse and odd as the contestants they attract In "full beard natural," a category in which beards are known to hang lower than shirts Langum's winning beard is considered only of modest length despite measuring nearly 18 inches from his bottom lip to the end of his longest whisker described by some as a "scraggly rising sun," is what makes it stand out a Philadelphia physician who also traveled to Germany "Most beards grow long and not as much on the sides Langum didn't know he would ever be capable of producing any facial hair and his dad couldn't grow a beard," recalled Langum who was awarded a trophy but no cash prize for his world title And though Langum cleans up at most local beard competitions now it took him seven appearances before even placing at one Langum said he has no plans on shaving again instead wanting his beard to reach its "terminal length." More than 300 competitors from over 20 countries vied for a trophy in 18 different categories, reaching far beyond Freddie Mercury style 'taches to include beards of nearly all shapes and sizes, from “Imperial Moustache” to “Musketeer Goatee” and the “Garibaldi Beard” Rules are very specific, including which style of bears can be groomed using products. 2013 marked the first year in which no overall winner was crowned, with organisers saying that they did not want to say one style of beard was better than another, but rather value each style in its own right. For more information about the championships click here. 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Contestants were placed into categories based on the length of their beards their historical inspiration -- there are categories named "Dali" and "Verdi" -- and whether or not they use styling products In an attempt to attract younger participants a new category -- "Trendy Beard" -- was premiered at this year's event "Trendy Beards" may not exceed one centimeter in length and must include sections that are clean shaven In Germany this style was popularized by footballer Kevin Kurányi in the early 2000s (though he recently opted for a more classically trimmed beard) German TV chef Johann Lafer was given the "Beard of the Year" prize -- an honorary award He told the Stuttgarter Zeitung the competition is proof "the world is growing together." For the first time in the twenty-year history of the World Beard and Moustache Championships -- held in Leinfelden-Echterdingen near Stuttgart -- no overall winner was chosen on Nov American Justin Kellermeister (pictured) was up against his compatriot... ...Aarne Bielefeldt in the "Full Beard Freestyle" category "Garibaldi," "Moustache Freestyle" and "Goatee Musketeer" were some of the 18 other competition categories in this year's competition Three hundred men and 13 women from 20 countries took part in this year's competition which was organized by the Beard and Culture Club "Belle Moustache," a group of beard enthusiasts who won this year's "Imperial Partial Beard" category Keith Haubrich of Seattle has sported a full moustache since seventh grade He competed in the "Freestyle Moustache" category Juhana Helmenkalastaja of Finland accessorizes his "English Moustache" (one of the competition categories) with a top hat Bassist Burke Kenny flaunts his intimidating facial display Kenny's victory in the "Full Beard Styled Moustache" category brought his tally to three world titles Dieter Besuch's combination of small and large curls wowed the judges allowing him to clinch victory in the "Freestyle Sideburns" category Twenty-five-year-old Daniel Lawlor used a 3-D printer to make star-shaped rollers for his whiskers A suit embroidered with stars and matching glasses completed the look which brought him victory in the "Freestyle Moustache" category took the top prize in the "Freestyle Chin Beard" category The event was dominated by the host country and the United States Elmar Weisser's chaotic beard was well-suited to the "Freestyle Full Beard" category