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Off the grid: The little Flatiron Buildings of the Village
Posted On Thu, October 19, 2017 By Andrew Berman of Village Preservation In Architecture, East Village, Features, Greenwich Village, GVSHP, History
The Flatiron Building is one of the city's most iconic and beloved landmarks. Since 1902 it's been a symbol of New York, though ironically its acute angle formed by the intersection of Broadway and Fifth Avenue makes it an unusual sight in our otherwise orthogonal city on a grid. But while the Flatiron Building may be the most famous product of quirky street angles, it's far from the only one. In fact, the "off-the-grid" streets of Greenwich Village and the East Village contain scores of them, most of which pre-date the 23rd Street landmark.
The Little Flatiron Building, via Google Street View
Perhaps the most famous and recognizable "Flatiron-like" building downtown is the former Herring Lock and Safe Company Building at 669-681 Hudson Street at 9th Avenue and 14th Street in Meatpacking District. Built in 1849 and often referred to as "the Little Flatiron Building," it pre-dates its better-known cousin by more than a half-century and was included as part of the Gansevoort Market Historic District in 2003 and the State and National Registers of Historic Places in 2007 as part of the same district.
53 Gansevoort Street, image by Berenice Abbott, 1936. Courtesy of the New York Public Library
53 Gansevoort Street today, via Google Street View
Just a little further west and also within the Gansevoort Market Historic District is 53-61 Gansevoort Street, built in 1887 and formerly known as the Goelet Building. Made famous by Berenice Abbott's iconic image, the building looks more or less the same as it did nearly 80 years ago when this famous photo was taken, thanks to the aforementioned landmark designation.
234 West 13th Street today, via Google Street View
A few blocks east, 234 West 13th Street's prow-like western edge forms at the intersection of Greenwich Avenue and 13th Street. Also known as 110-118 Greenwich Avenue, the building was constructed in 1882 to the designs of renowned architect George F. Pelham as studio apartments. Originally known as the Jackson Studio Apartments, it's located within the Greenwich Village Historic District, designated in 1969, and thus its flatiron-like shape is assured survival for generations to come.
Just down Greenwich Avenue at the corner of 11th Street lies another red brick "mini-flatiron," 70-74 Greenwich Avenue/160 West 11th Street, a humble building more modest in scale and about thirty years senior to its neighbor to the north.
"Nighthawks at the Diner" via Wiki Commons
Originally constructed as three separate houses, it has often been conjectured and even assumed that this building was the inspiration for the iconic Edward Hopper painting "Nighthawks at the Diner." However, GVSHP's research on the subject would suggest this was probably not the case, and that as with most of Hopper's paintings, while no single building was likely the direct subject of his portrait, diners elsewhere on Greenwich Avenue and Seventh Avenue South were more likely the source of inspiration in this case.
10 Sheridan Square today, via Google Street View
Moving down 7th Avenue South, 10 Sheridan Square is perhaps the most elegant "mini-flatiron," and in spite of its severely crimped corner, carries an elegance often associated with inter-war Manhattan apartment houses. Perhaps that's because it was designed in 1928-29 by Emery Roth, the dean of elegant pre-war apartment designs in New York. Though Roth also designed the equally elegant Devonshire House on University Place, he is more strongly associated with his Uptown apartment house designs, such as the El Dorado, the San Remo, and the Beresford, all on Central Park West.
Details on 10 Sheridan Square, via Spencer Means/Flickr
Now a rental known as The Shenandoah, its narrow west corner actually bears some delightful stone detailing portraying fantastic sea creatures, which appears to have inspired the name of the gay bar, The Monster, located in the building's ground floor since 1970.
The Varitype Building today, via Wiki Commons
Just a block to the east lies another flatiron shaped high-rise, the former Varitype Building at the corner of West 4th and Cornelia Streets and Sixth Avenue. Unlike the other residential buildings mentioned here, the Varitype was actually built as a commercial building in 1907, which until its residential conversion in 1982, largely housed printers, publishers, and other manufacturers.
"The City from Greenwich Village" via Wiki Art
One notable exception, however, was the "ashcan" school artist John Sloan, who maintained a studio in the building from 1912-1915. Sloan also featured the building prominently in his 1922 painting "The City from Greenwich Village," which shows the building with the then-extant Sixth Avenue El running past it, and with Sixth Avenue terminating just a block to the south at the corner of Carmine and West 3rd Street. This was before the avenue was extended south to Lower Manhattan in 1926 to allow for the construction of the IND subway line underneath and the increased flow of automobile traffic north from Lower Manhattan. In 2010, this and several surrounding blocks were included the South Village Historic District, so the Varitype's distinctive shape should live on for generations to come.
21 Astor Place today, via Google Street View
Moving east to Noho, 21 Astor Place never quite comes to a sharp corner, but its narrow eastern facade is the result of the acute angle between 8th Street and Astor Place, which bound the building on its north and south sides. Built in 1890-92 with the top two stories added in 1926, the building originally housed the Clinton Hall Association's Mercantile Library. The current 21 Astor Place replaced the Astor Place Opera House formerly located on this site, a building perhaps as well known for the notorious and deadly riots between immigrant and nativist New Yorkers which took place inside and just outside the building in 1849 as any performances which took place there.
Renwick Triangle today, via Google Street View
Our final little Flatiron can be found just to the north and east of Astor Place, at the corner of Stuyvesant Street and East 10th Street. The "Renwick Triangle" located at this intersection consists of seven Anglo-Italianate style houses constructed in 1862, believed to have been designed by prominent architect James Renwick. These houses, which form one of the most unique and picturesque terraces of houses anywhere in New York, were built on land owned by the Stuyvesant and Fish families, who lived in the area and were intimately connected to St. Mark's Church, located directly across East 10th Street. Renwick Triangle forms the heart of the St. Mark's Historic District, one of New York's earliest designated historic districts, and for decades the only such designated district in the East Village until the 2012 designation of the East 10th Street and East Village/Lower East Side Historic Districts.
[A version of this post first appeared on GVSHP's blog Off the Grid on September 21, 2015]
This post comes from the Greenwich Village Society for Historic Preservation. Since 1980, GVSHP has been the community's leading advocate for preserving the cultural and architectural heritage of Greenwich Village, the East Village, and Noho, working to prevent inappropriate development, expand landmark protection, and create programming for adults and children that promotes these neighborhoods' unique historic features. Read more history pieces on their blog Off the Grid.
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10 Sheridan Square and the Varitype building are too out-of-scale and out of context with their neighbors' heights. What eyesores! Thank God that control freak Andrew Berman wasn't around in the days when they were built, or they'd be half the height each.


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The epic adventures of the legendary Baran the Bandit following his release from prison. After serving 35 years, it is no surprise that the world has changed dramatically. Still, Baran can't help but be shocked to discover that his home village is now underwater thanks to the construction of a new dam. He then heads for Istanbul to get revenge upon his former best friend, the man who snitched on him and stole his lover Keje. Along the way, Baran teams up with Cumali, a tough young punk who finds the thief's old-fashioned ways rather quaint. When Cumali gets into deep trouble with a crime boss, Baran adds another vengeful task to his roster.
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Q: JPA SQL Subquery won't work - method undefined Having a query in MySql like this:
SELECT * FROM runninggame WHERE game = 6 AND spieler IN (SELECT id FROM spieler WHERE tormann = 1);
The Query runs fine in MySQL and I need a similar query in my RunninggameDAO.java. I tried this in the JPA-SQL-Editor of Rapidclipse:
findGoaliesInGame (Game game) {
select * from Runninggame where game = :game and spieler in (select id from Spieler where tormann = 1) order by spieler

}
The JPA-SQL-Editor shows no error, but in the Java-Tab of the DAO-Class there's an error in the line "subquery.multiselect(subqueryRoot.get(Spieler_.id));" => "The method multiselect(subqueryRoot.get(Spieler_.id)) is undefined for the type Subquery"
public List<Runninggame> findGoaliesInGame(final Game game) {
    final EntityManager entityManager = em();
    final CriteriaBuilder criteriaBuilder = entityManager.getCriteriaBuilder();
    final ParameterExpression<Game> gameParameter = criteriaBuilder.parameter(Game.class, "game");
    final CriteriaQuery<Runninggame> criteriaQuery = criteriaBuilder.createQuery(Runninggame.class);
    final Subquery<Integer> subquery = criteriaQuery.subquery(Integer.class);
    final Root<Spieler> subqueryRoot = subquery.from(Spieler.class);
    subquery.multiselect(subqueryRoot.get(Spieler_.id));
    subquery.where(criteriaBuilder.equal(subqueryRoot.get(Spieler_.tormann), criteriaBuilder.literal(1)));
    final Root<Runninggame> root = criteriaQuery.from(Runninggame.class);
    criteriaQuery.where(criteriaBuilder.and(criteriaBuilder.equal(root.get(Runninggame_.game), gameParameter),  root.get(Runninggame_.spieler).in(subquery)));
    criteriaQuery.orderBy(criteriaBuilder.asc(root.get(Runninggame_.spieler)));
    final TypedQuery<Runninggame> query = entityManager.createQuery(criteriaQuery);
    query.setParameter(gameParameter, game);
    return query.getResultList();
}

This code is generated by Rapidclipse and can't be changed, so how can I manage this query in Rapidclipse?
Any help is appreciated.

A: There seems to be an issue with this kind of subselect, so I have created an issue for it.
But the shorthand version for this query seems to work just fine:
findGoaliesInGame(Game game) {
    from Runninggame
    where game = :game
        and spieler.tormann = 1
    order by spieler
}

I hope this helped!

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10 points why fashion business is the way to go | Fashion startup? But how?
Posted on 14/07/2017 by FashionButHow?
100% of people in the UK wear clothes, did you know? Source: Research Department of Sebix Ltd. So success in this business is obvious, isn't it? Just in case – let's keep it secret.
Fashion business is supported by government. Don't you believe? Just try to go without clothes in public places, you'll find out quickly what's the law here. Like it or not, you must buy clothes. That's the law.
Fancy new dress/top/trousers? You always find place for new item in your wardrobe. Try the same trick squeezing new car next to old one in your garage. Don't have garage? You're always lucky to have wardrobe. Clothes win.
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Pros: Most head coaching opportunities involve taking over a losing team with a poor quarterback situation. The Packers are coming off of back-to-back losing seasons, but they also come with a built in franchise quarterback in Aaron Rodgers and it's not every day (or even every year) that you get the opportunity to coach a future Hall of Fame quarterback. The rest of the roster needs some serious help, but Rodgers has shown in the past he can mask flaws and take teams with issues to the post-season. Like we've seen with the recent revival of Drew Brees and the Saints, all it takes is one good off-season for you to go from out of the playoffs to Super Bowl front runners when you have a franchise quarterback.
Cons: The one drawback of having Aaron Rodgers is the high expectations. A new coach will be expected to come in and win right away. There's also the issue of Rodgers' age and injury history. Rodgers will be in his age 36 season in 2019 and, while we've seen Hall of Fame quarterbacks play well into their late 30s in recent years, Rodgers has taken more punishment than most and his down year (by his standards) in 2018 could be the start of his decline. If that's the case, the new coach will likely be blamed for a drop-off that would have happened without him.
Pros: I almost put the Browns #1 on this list. Getting to coach a quarterback like Aaron Rodgers is a rarity, but, given the trajectory of their careers, it wouldn't be a surprise if Baker Mayfield was better than Rodgers 2-3 years down the road and the Browns' job comes with less pressure to win immediately. Despite that lack of pressure to win immediately, the Browns easily could. They went 5-3 in games after letting go of Hue Jackson mid-season, with their 3 losses coming to teams that qualified for the post-season, and, with one of the youngest rosters in the league, they should keep getting better into 2019. While whoever gets the Packers job may be blamed for a decline that would have happened without him, whoever gets the Browns job may be credited with a breakout that would have happened without him.
Cons: The one obvious con in Cleveland is ownership, as Jimmy Haslam is known as one of the worst owners to work for in the NFL. He's already fired 4 head coaches since buying the team in 2012 and, while these aren't the same old Browns, it's possible Haslam will have sky high expectations for the next coach and grow impatient with him too quickly.
Pros: There's a big drop-off after the first two jobs, but there's a lot to like about the opening in Cincinnati. The Bengals started 4-1 before their season was ruined by injuries and, for all of the drawbacks that come with owner Mike Brown, he's also a fiercely loyal person who is unlikely to fire his head coach at the first sign of trouble, after keeping Marvin Lewis for 16 seasons. The Bengals have a solid quarterback and, with better injury luck, could easily be back in playoff contention in 2019.
Cons: As nice as it would be to work for an owner that gives his coaches as many second chances as Mike Brown does, there's also little indication that Brown is concerned with winning a Super Bowl, preferring to run a team that's good enough to compete without being overly expensive. The Bengals are never serious players in free agency and often let their own homegrown talent walk if they won't accept less than market value. If job security is your concern, it's hard to do better than Cincinnati, but if you actually want a shot at winning a Super Bowl, this might not be the place for you.
Pros: Where the Jets rank as a head coaching opportunity is dependent on what you think of Sam Darnold. If you believe Darnold can be a franchise quarterback long-term, then the Jets are a team on the rise with a young franchise quarterback, some solid surrounding parts, and all the cap room in the world to go out and get upgrades. If you don't believe Darnold can be a franchise quarterback, well then this isn't the job for you, as any new head coach will be tied to the long-term success of Darnold and will be let go if he doesn't develop as expected. Most head coaching candidates prefer to go somewhere where they can pick their own guy at quarterback, but Darnold was the 3rd pick in the draft in 2018 and certainly flashed upside as a rookie, especially down the stretch, so he should have many fans among head coaching candidates.
Cons: I basically already said this, but if you don't want to be tied to Sam Darnold for the next 2-3 years, this isn't the job for you because the Jets are committed to Darnold. If you'd prefer a job where you have some say in who the quarterback is going to be, the Broncos, Dolphins, or even Buccaneers are more appealing. This is also still an overall thin roster and it's not a great off-season to have a ton of cap space.
Pros: Not only does this job give you the opportunity to potentially pick the next quarterback, but they also have a talented veteran roster that has largely underachieved under Vance Joseph over the past two seasons. If this team can solve the quarterback situation, they should find themselves right back in the post-season.
Cons: The reason this isn't higher is because, even though the Broncos may be looking for a new quarterback, it's unclear where they're going to find an immediate upgrade over incumbent starter Case Keenum. Keenum isn't great or anything, but 7 million of his 2019 salary is already guaranteed and this is a terrible draft for quarterbacks, especially picking where the Broncos are at 9th overall, behind quarterback needy teams in the Giants (6th) and Jaguars (7th). Veteran options will likely include Nick Foles, Teddy Bridgewater, and Joe Flacco, but none of those quarterbacks are exciting enough to justify paying both them and Keenum for 2019. It might not be until 2020 that the Broncos' new coach actually gets to pick a quarterback.
Pros: The Miami job offers more of an opportunity to pick the quarterback, but that job also has other issues with it, which I'll get into later. Whoever coaches the Buccaneers will likely be tied to Jameis Winston for at least one more season, for lack of a better option, but Winston is on a very short leash and, unlike other jobs working with young quarterbacks, the new head coach would likely not be blamed for Winston failing to develop, as he's already failed to develop in 4 years in the league. On the other hand, if Winston does finally have a breakout year in his 5th season in the league, this is a team that could be competitive right away, assuming they are able to add a couple pieces on defense.
Cons: That defense is a big con, as the Buccaneers ranked 30th in first down rate allowed in 2018 and led the league with 53 offensive touchdowns allowed. They have some nice pieces on defense and could improve significantly with better health and coaching, but, even if the Buccaneers solve the quarterback situation, it's hard to get into the post-season with a defense that ranks among the worst in the league.
Pros: The only real benefit that comes with this job is the opportunity to help pick a quarterback, with Ryan Tannehill seemingly on the outs. That's not a huge benefit this year though, with the Dolphins picking 13th in a weak quarterback class. The Dolphins will likely have to settle for a veteran like Nick Foles or Joe Flacco if they want to move on from Tannehill.
Cons: Though the Dolphins were in playoff contention late in the season, their dominance in one score games (7-0) is unsustainable and is highly unlikely to continue without Adam Gase, who remarkably was 20-5 in one score games in 3 seasons with the Dolphins. Despite that, Gase was still fired for some reason, the 3rd coach owner Stephen Ross has fired since 2011. Add in the fact that they have one of the worst rosters in the league and little cap space to use to improve it and this is definitely an unattractive opening.
Pros: Having the #1 pick is nice, but there isn't a franchise quarterback worth taking #1 this year and the Cardinals aren't in the market for a quarterback anyway, after taking Josh Rosen in the first round last year. Even without an elite quarterback prospect in the draft class, the Cardinals may be able to trade down for more picks, which they need to fill out a shallow roster, but they need more than just some good draft picks and have very little cap space to play with. The top end talent is there (David Johnson, Patrick Peterson, Chandler Jones), but they have needs at close to every position.
Cons: If you're looking for a job where you're going to be tied for 2-3 years to a quarterback that is coming off a horrendous rookie season in which he got worse as the season went on, with arguably the league's worst roster around him, then this is the job for you. If not, then any of the other 7 openings are more attractive. But then again, beggars can't be choosers and a great coach can make it work even in a tough situation. The Cardinals now are in a similar spot to where the Rams were in 2016 when Sean McVay took over, only they didn't even have a first round pick. Things can change quickly in the NFL with the right coaching.
After narrowly escaping in Jacksonville week 11, the Steelers improved to 7-2-1 and looked to be in control of the AFC North, but they've lost 4 of 5 games since then and now need help to get into the post-season. Part of that is the schedule, as they've had to face the Chargers, Patriots, and Saints over that 5-game stretch, but they've also lost to the Broncos and Raiders and also nearly lost that game to the Jaguars, beating them by just 4 points on a last minute touchdown after being down double digits in the 4th quarter. On the season, the Steelers have just two wins that would cover this 15-point spread and they have just four such wins since week 5 of last season, with two of them coming at home on Thursday night against an unprepared opponent. They've frequently played down to the level of their competition.
The Steelers should be completely focused this week though, in a game they need to win to have a shot at the playoffs, and the Bengals are one of the worst teams in the league right now due to all of their injuries. That being said, I still think this line is a little high at 15. The Steelers have some key injuries as well, with Antonio Brown at less than 100% with a knee injury he suffered mid-week and with starting middle linebacker Vince Williams expected to be out. There's not nearly enough here to be confident in Cincinnati, but they have a good shot at keeping it within two touchdowns.


Chennai: After a considerable time gap, Tamil Nadu has now attracted global automotive group PSA to set up a car plant in the state involving an initial outlay of 100 million euros (Rs 700 crore), said industrialists.
"The investment announcement by French PSA group is a positive development given the fact that Chennai is the automotive hub," Ramesh Kymal, Chairman, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Tamil Nadu State Council, told IANS on Thursday.
"The major thing that has happened in the recent years is that the power cut in the state is almost nil, which is a big attraction for industries planning to locate their plant in the state," Kymal said.
"The investment announcement by PSA is a major development after uncertainty that was present during the last couple of years. A global automotive major putting up a new plant in Tamil Nadu will be a major push for the state to attract more investments," an industrialist not wanting to be quoted told IANS.
This is a major automotive sectoral investment that Tamil Nadu has got after Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam has took office.
Industrialists point out that Panneerselvam's good equation with the central government is also another positive sign that gives comfort for the investors.
However, they also point out the internal opposition to Panneerselvam within his AIADMK party as a worrying aspect.
Opposition parties in the state have been complaining about Tamil Nadu losing out to other states on the industrial investment front.
PSA, partnering with India's CK Birla group, announced its decision to invest around 100 million euros (Rs 700 crore) in setting up a 100,000 units per annum car plant near here.
The partnership between PSA and CK Birla group involves two joint ventures.
"As part of the first agreement, the PSA Group will hold a majority stake in the joint venture company being set up with HMFCL for the assembly and distribution of PSA passenger cars in India," a PSA statement said on Wednesday in France.
"As per the second agreement, a 50:50 joint-venture is being set up between the PSA Group and AVTEC Ltd for manufacture and supply of powertrains. The manufacturing sites for both vehicle assembly and powertrains will be based in the state of Tamil Nadu," the statement added.
According to PSA, the Indian project is in line with its strategic plan 'Push to Pass' and the growth plan of CK Birla group.
The manufacturing capacity for powertrains will cater to the domestic market needs and global vehicle makers. The performance of the industrial set-up will be supported by a significant level of localisation, in order to reach the necessary cost competitiveness.


Write about a time you were falsely accused of something. Was it funny, or did it have dire consequences?
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"The adventure begins," I thought to myself while sitting on the couch after working hard to get my apartment furnished and in order. One would think I was referring to the idea of being an adult, independent, beginning a new life of being self-supportive. However, in this case, my thoughts were of something else entirely. The adventure was of me completely abandoning my pessimistic ways and completing my metamorphosis into a real idealist. I honestly didn't think it was possible.


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Widener professor named to corporate governance law group
Widener University Delaware Law School announced that senior member of its faculty has been elected to an organization of leading corporate governance lawyers from the United States and Canada. Ruby R. Vale Professor of Corporate and Business Law Lawrence A. Hamermesh was one of 20 people elected to the second class of American College of Governance
R. Vale Professor of Corporate and Business Law was one of 20 people elected to the second class of American College of Governance Counsel fellows.
"The election of this group of distinguished lawyers from private practice, as well as several prominent general counsel and respected academics, will enhance the ability of the college to pursue its mission of promoting a high level of professional standards among governance practitioners and a better understanding and broader adoption of best governance practices," said John F. Olson, chair of the college.
Hamermesh was
"The election of this group of distinguished lawyers from private practice, as well as several prominent general counsel and respected academics, will enhance the ability of the college to pursue its mission of promoting a high level of professional standards among governance practitioners and a better understanding and broader adoption of best governance practices," said John F. Olson, chair of the college.
Hamermesh was
Hamermesh was elected following a rigorous selection process. It considered candidates' professional accomplishments and contributions to the field of governance through speaking, writing and other activities, according to the college. His election in this second group of fellows brings the ranks of the college to 69 fellows and honorary fellows.
Through its programs, the American College of Governance
His election in this second group of fellows brings the ranks of the college to 69 fellows and honorary fellows.
Through its programs, the American College of Governance Counsel, established in 2014, addresses major governance issues facing business enterprises, including challenges to traditional models of governance, risk management, shareholder engagement, and an increasingly complex regulatory and enforcement environment.
Hamermesh joined the law school faculty in 1994 after working 18 years as a corporate attorney with Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell, including nine as partner, in Wilmington.He teaches and writes in the areas of corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, securities regulation, business organizations, corporate takeovers and professional responsibility.
He spent two years serving as senior special counsel in the Office of Chief Counsel of the Division of Corporation Finances at the Securities and Exchange Commission in Washington, D.C. while on leave from teaching in 2010 and 2011.
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If you regularly watch television programmes such as BBC's Rogue Traders™ you could be forgiven for thinking that all builders are untrustworthy cowboys. While it cannot be denied that there is a tiny minority of so-called builders who should be avoided like the plague, the vast majority are reputable tradesmen who will produce work of a completely acceptable standard. But why just settle for acceptable, when you can have exceptional?
The founder's son, Dale, has a genuine love of his craft, and this is evident in the quality of the work produced, not least the decorative brickwork often introduced to add character to a project. His enthusiasm for quality workmanship and attention to detail is shared by a small band of skilled tradesmen, most of whom have been working with the company for many years. Our membership of the Federation of Master Builders reafims our commitment to delivering the highest standards of workmanship.
Whether you are embarking on an extension to an existing property, or building your dream home on virgin land, you should never forget that you are entrusting your most valued possesion to a stranger. You need to be comfortable that your builder will treat your home with respect, and be available to answer any questions you may have throughout. At Steve Garten Builders we understand that, in additon to being an exciting adventure this can sometimes be a stressful time, particularly if you are living in the property. We therefor do everything we can to ensure that work is completed on time, and with the minimum of disruption to your daily life.
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Happy New Year! It's still the beginning of a brand-new year — 2019! And lots of things are happening in the world of restaurant dining.
For Florida and Vegas restaurants, the new year is bringing many changes and unique presentations of old favorites. Let's check out the top dining trends for 2019!
Enjoy fresh food from the farm to your table.
Of course, "farm to table" dining has been popular for quite a number of years, but it's changing slightly this year. In particular, chefs are working directly with farmers (or becoming farmers themselves!) to actually dictate what seeds will be planted for the coming year.
They do this in accordance with a menu that they've preplanned, creating a sustainable farm to restaurant system that maximizes in-season foods, minimizes environmental impact, and makes every meal taste delicious.
While we all love a big juicy steak and some fried appetizers sometimes, this year, more and more restaurants are "going healthy." They're doing this by getting help from nutritionists and dietitians to create meal plans to provide the maximum amount of nutrients for diners.
This has also been combined with new (usually mobile) technology, which allows diners to see what kind of dietary restrictions they may run into at certain restaurants before they even get there.
Vegetarian dishes are the norm.
Vegetarians have been around for centuries, but there are more vegetarians in the Western world today than ever before, and restaurants are noticing this! As a result, they are catering the menus they serve to be more vegetarian and vegan friendly.
Of course, you'll still see the old favorites of hamburgers, pizza with pepperoni, steaks, and seafood, so if you are not personally a vegetarian or vegan, there's no need to worry!
Our V&E restaurants are always trying to stay up-to-date with the latest trends. Check out what's new on our menus this year at Mercato and Tapas y Tintos in Miami, Vegas, and Mexico.


EXEDY Australia always recommends following vehicle manufacturers' individual clutch installation instructions, unless the kit selected requires a different procedure, in which case any special instructions required will be provided within the kit.
As with most things in life, prevention is better than cure, so here are the top three installation errors we encounter, along with sure fire ways to avoid them.
This is a very easy mistake to make, which can result in contamination if the friction surfaces, leading to the clutch slipping and/or juddering. Simply apply a small amount of suitable high melting point grease to the input shaft, the splined hub, the fork (where it contacts with the release bearing) and the fork pivot surface. Slide the friction disc onto the input shaft then wipe off any excess grease before completing installation. EXEDY Australia includes a tube of high melting point grease with every clutch kit purchased.
It can be very easy to overlook installation errors or incorrectly assume that there are no problems present in this area. Thoroughly inspect the gearbox bearing guide tube, the fork or lever and the cable or hydraulics system for any wear or visible faults. Always follow vehicle manufacturers' recommendations when adjusting or replacing the bearing, the cable or any hydraulics components. Check for any clutch travel adjustment required upon clutch replacement. This may be necessary dependent on the vehicle.
If you encounter any problems or are unsure about any of the above, seek advice before proceeding further. Most vehicle manufacturers will have a technical hotline you can contact for advice or you can contact your local EXEDY office for assistance.
With the long-awaited new Ford Mustang finally landing in Australia, Turbosmart have introduced a suite of products for the turbocharged Mustang EcoBoost. The IWG-75 Internal Wastegate Actuator and Kompact Shortie Blow-Off Valves help take the EcoBoost Mustang's already impressive performance to the next level.
Stock blow-off valves like those that come standard with the Mustang often suffer from a range of problems. They are plastic, they leak, and if you want to up the power (who doesn't?) they have trouble holding the extra boost. What's more, they often fail to prevent compressor surge, even in otherwise standard cars.
You'll have no such troubles with Turbosmart's Kompact Shortie blow-off valve. Like all Turbosmart blow-off valves, the new Mustang Kompact Shorties have been designed, machined and hand assembled in-house. Keeping the process in-house, ensures only the best quality, and the aircraft grade aluminum alloy construction means cracking and leaking even under increased boost levels will never be an issue.
Manufactured and assembled in Australia, the Mustang Shortie is produced with a light-weight, brass/aluminium, two-piece piston, which is then perfectly matched with precision engineered springs, giving razor sharp valve response, and a serious increase in performance over stock valves.
Available in both Dual Port and Plumb Back variants, the Shortie range offers something for everyone. The Dual Port design provides one one plumb back port to keep the car's computer happy, and a second vent to atmosphere port for that trademark Turbosmart BOV sound we all know and love; whereas the Plumb Back offers all the performance benefits of a Turbosmart BOV, but with quiet, 'under the radar' operation – it works just like the standard valve, but better!
Turbosmart's IWG-75 Internal Wastegate Actuators offer a significant performance boost to the EcoBoost Mustang, in an easy-to-install bolt-on part. The Mustang's standard wastegate actuator is made out of stamped steel, and due to excessive spring pre-load, has less valve travel, meaning less accurate boost control. The use of a soft spring in the standard actuator means it can crack open unnecessarily at low RPMs – creating an inconsistent boost curve.
Turbosmart's IWG-75 better controls the flow of exhaust gas to the turbine of the turbocharger compared to the stock actuator, resulting in a flatter boost curve which comes on sooner, with more stable boost and less drop off at the end of the rev range. The result is a more drivable car with smoother power delivery and less turbo lag.
Turbosmart's Internal Wastegate Actuator can cope with the high stresses and temperatures of high boost applications for prolonged periods of time, and is highly customisable with interchangeable springs for a range of boost levels. Constructed with the level of precision customers have come to expect from Turbosmart, the IWG-75 Internal Wastegate Actuator allows the EcoBoost engine to realise its full potential.
StangTV, a US-based Mustang enthusiast magazine, dyno tested the impact Turbosmart's Kompact Shortie Blow-Off Valves and IWG-75 Internal Wastegate Actuator on their EcoBoost Mustang – and they were left pleasantly surprised!
The Kompact Shortie Blow-Off Valve allowed the Mustang to reach peak boost faster, resulting in an average increase of nearly 10kW and 34Nm throughout the rev range.
The IWG-75 showed also returned impressive numbers, with an 11kW and 26Nm average increase across the rev range – but tellingly, the real change happens where you spend most of your time driving – in the mid range. At 3500rpm, the Turbosmart IWG saw a massive increase of 23.7kW and 63.8Nm – a seriously noticeable improvement for everyday driving.
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'Fifty Shades of Grey' The worldwide phenomenon comes to life in Fifty Shades of Grey, starring Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan in the iconic roles of Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey. Ana is an inexperienced college student tasked with interviewing enigmatic billionaire Christian Grey. But what starts as business quickly becomes an unconventional romance. Swept up in Christian's glamorous lifestyle, Ana soon fnds another side to him as she discovers his secrets and explores her own dark desires. What results is a thrilling, all-consuming romance as Christian and Ana test the limits they will go to for their relationship. 'Fifty Shades Darker' Dornan and Dakota Johnson return as Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele in Fifty Shades Darker, the second chapter based on the worldwide bestselling Fifty Shades phenomenon. When a wounded Christian tries to entice a cautious Anastasia back into his life, she demands a new arrangement before she will give him another chance. As the two begin to build trust and fnd stability, shadowy fgures from Christian's past start to circle the couple. Jack Hyde (Eric Johnson) and Elena Lincoln (Kim Basinger) join the cast, determined to destroy the couple's hopes for a future together. This time there are no rules.
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We are down to the last Friday of October – and seriously, how did that happen? Monday is Halloween, that most wonderful time of the year when you can feel free to eat all the candy you want! Or, if you're extra savvy, you'll wait until November 1st when it's all on sale and then eat all the candy! Either way, there is a candy coming very soon, and not too many of us would complain about that.
Once Halloween is over and all the front lawn skeletons and tombstones are put away for another year, it's time for that other H word – you know the one. And that one is a biggie. Yes, we are talking about the Holidays, of course, and with the onset of November, we are automatically thrust into the Holiday Season, and there is no turning back until January.
But even before that all gets started next week, Aveda has launched their holiday gift line, and you can find more about it here.
This year, Aveda is introducing their limited edition Candrimā, a gorgeous trio that includes a creme cleansing oil, a body moisturizer, and the always lovely hand relief moisturizing creme, with the Candrimā aroma.
Sesame and coconut oils provide the base for these lovely new products, while organic ginger and ginger lily add to the overall calming effect and the luxurious, comforting scent. This is definitely one to experience up close and personal in the salon!
Now while some of you out there might be thinking "But aaaahhhh it's too early to be thinking of holiday gift shopping!" there are definitely others who are thinking "Well finally, I've been working on my holiday shopping for months now!" And we salute both types of holiday facers! If you're among the extra-organized, well you might be able to knock a couple more things off your list now. And, if you're a last-minute type, well now you know you've got a go-to in a pinch!
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Danny Rand is in Hell. And there are many old friends waiting to see him. Intense action, gripping suspense, and steeped in Iron Fist lore. Ed Brisson, Damian Couceiro, and Andy Troy deliver the second to last issue of this current volume, which so happens to be one of the most satisfying issues in the run. This is hands down the best Iron Fist book in ten years.
Iron Fist faces his demons… literally in Iron Fist #79 from Marvel Comics. Ed Brisson takes full advantage of the Doctor Strange: Damnation tie-in delivering one of the best Iron Fist issues yet. ComiConverse contributor Mitch Nissen takes a look.
Marvel Comics' latest volume of Iron Fist just celebrated its one year anniversary last month. Writer Ed Brisson has penned every issue of this book thus far, teamed with artist Mike Perkins for twelve issues, and artist Damian Couceiro for the following three issues. What these men have created is one of the most enjoyable books of the last year.
The final story arc of Iron Fist stems from the Doctor Strange: Damnation event currently in full swing. Ed Brisson takes Danny Rand to Hell and resurrects several familiar faces from Danny's past.
What could've been an annoying detour from the main story, like so many event tie-in books, has quickly become one of the most exciting and satisfying Iron Fist stories in years.
Hell has risen in the middle of Las Vegas. Danny Rand and fellow Immortal Weapon, Fat Cobra, find themselves in Hell's event arena watching a long dead friend fighting for his soul. Former Iron Fist Orson Randall has made a deal with the Devil. If Orson can win two dozen fights in as many hours he'll regain his soul. Danny is prepared to do anything to help Orson win. Then Orson's next opponent enters the ring: Miranda Rand – Danny's sister!
Iron Fist's Damnation tie-in issues are a wonderful example of tie-in stories done right.
The events of Damnation are merely a catalyst for an otherwise independent story. Writer Ed Brisson has tailored these tie-in issues specifically to Iron Fist, weaving in characters from Danny Rand's past, and revisiting plot threads from previous Iron Fist runs. Brisson seizes the opportunity to showcase deceased characters, the last time Danny having seen them being at the moment of their deaths.
Danny confronts literal and figurative demons from his past.
Orson Randall is given a chance at salvation and resurrection. If Orson can defeat 24 opponents in 24 hours he'll be freed from Hell and live again. Brisson steadily ratchets up the tension as Orson's opponents become stronger and stronger. The drama skyrockets when Danny's long dead sister enters the fray as Orson's twelfth opponent.
Brisson manipulates the tension expertly leaving Danny with an impossible choice.
While these issues do relatively little to contribute to the event they're supposed to be tying into, they do service the ongoing title as well as years of Iron Fist history. If you're a longtime follower of Iron Fist, these issues reward you for your past investments. This entire series has been a demonstration what a writer can do when fully immersed in the world they're writing. It's rare to find this high level of quality in comic books these days.
And if you want to dig a little deeper into these past stories, all have been collected in trades and are currently in print. Check out Iron Fist: The Book of Changes for Danny's previous demonic encounters.
Damian Couceiro has taken over art duties on these final three issues of Iron Fist. His work is quite the contrast from the art of Mike Perkins, but it is no less spectacular. The action maintains the same gritty hard-hitting power. Couceiro's imagination is on full display in the brief glimpse of Hell, his demons feeling a bit anime inspired in design.
If Hell is a place the perpetually wears one down, it is shown in Couceiro's art too. One of the many strengths of the art is the emotion conveyed, both in the characters expressions and postures. Then there's the joy in the demons eyes clearly coming through. D'Kay appears as happy as can be, grinning devilishly from ear to ear. The artist has even retained much of D'Kay's design from his Marvel Comics Presents appearances.
In summary, Damian Couceiro is killing it.
On a personal note, I started reading this volume of Iron Fist because I am a fan of the character going back to his appearance in John Byrne's Namor: The Sub-Mariner. What Ed Brisson has done with the Iron Fist, and the knowledge of the character the writer has demonstrated, has renewed my love for the character.
I would read Ed Brisson's Iron Fist forever.
More's the pity that Brisson's tenure on Iron Fist may end after one more issue. Would've been great to have seen the Bride of Nine Spiders return or a story arc centered on the H'ylthri.
The writer knows his Iron Fist lore. He has built upon the work of those who came before him, honored the history, and pushed the character forward in organic ways.
Ed Brisson, Mike Perkins, Andy Troy, and Damian Couceiro have contributed one of the best chapters in Iron Fist's saga.


What are these mythical symbols and how do they fit into Hawaiian culture? If you've ever seen the wooden, novelty representations of the ancient hand-carved figures, you will notice by their readied stances and stern facial expressions that a tiki was intended to represent very important, respected authorities, namely principal gods, guardians and spirit powers.
Very few tiki lovers are aware of the unique history and spirituality of tiki images, but even a brief description of the ancient purpose of the tiki will give you a glimpse at the very essential role symbolism played in traditional Hawaiian society.
The first inhabitants of Hawaii voyaged from Polynesia about one thousand years ago, bringing with them religious and spiritual convictions. The many gods of Hawaii and Polynesia were represented by tikis. The name tiki can refer to many different types of images used throughout Polynesia, from images used ceremonially by Maori tribes in New Zealand, to the moa carvings on Easter Island, to modern day images displayed in Hawaii.
In Polynesian mythology, tiki often represents the first human being on Earth. These images are still used today in some Polynesian cultures in the context of spiritual practice. It is not uncommon for small tiki figures to be worn for protection from infertility in New Zealand.
In ancient Hawaiian culture, the gods, the aina, or land, and the kanaka, or people, shared a symbiotic existence. If the people took care of the land in a pono (right) manner, the gods were appeased. If the gods were happy, they would allow the land to provide sustenance for the people through verdant growth. Each god had many kinolau, or forms, including human and animal forms.
Tiki statues were carved to represent the image of a certain god and as an embodiment of that specific god's mana, or power. With well-formed tikis, perhaps the people could attain protection from harm, strengthen their power in times of war and be blessed with successful crops.
The ancient Hawaiians kept their gods close using many creative forms of communication. Tikis were created as a medium of connection or interaction. Through continued communication with these all-powerful deities, the Hawaiian people were sure to follow the right path to appeasement. All Hawaiian people were said to have descended from the lineage of the gods. It was the job of the alii nui, or high chiefs, to make sure everything was in societal balance and that the ultimate respect was paid to the gods through many avenues.
The alii nui were considered direct descendents of the gods and thus carried great responsibility. In addition to tiki images, the higher spirits and ruling deities were paid homage through every action undertaken in ancient Hawaiian society. From the whalestooth pendants, feathered helmets and feathered cloaks worn by kings, to animal sacrifice and the religious practices that separated men and women during meal times, divine guidance ruled society.
The ancient system of religion called aikapu was abolished by King Kamehameha II in 1819, and the majority of temples and religious images, including tikis, were destroyed. However, some tiki artifacts remain to this day in remembrance of a time when strict religious beliefs guided the Hawaiian society. According to Hawaiian history, there was a time when gods walked the earth as men, and tiki images recognize not only their divinity, but also their human qualities as well. Tikis reminded the people just how close the realm of the gods was and reinforced their acknowledgement of the awesome power the gods sustained.
The first stone tikis were said to have been carved around the year 1400 in the Marquesas Islands. The tiki can take many crafted forms, from giant sculptures of the war God Ku, to images of variant gods carved into drums, boats, or other utilitarian objects, to petroglyphs carved into rock or tattoo patterns on the body. The artistic likenesses created in tikis demonstrate a high level of craftsmanship and perfectionism. The most recognized tiki character has a strong, stocky body with a rectangular head, seemingly wearing a headdress. This mysterious figure is to a degree an intimidating one, with large eyes and a stance that suggests he is ready for war.
Beginning in the 1930s, an entire "tiki culture" representing the island life of the South Pacific began to form around these odd statues. Tiki-themed restaurants displayed kitschy memorabilia, such as tiki carvings, tiki torches, rattan furniture, tropical-print fabrics and wooden or bamboo items. Tiki bars served mai tais and other fruity island drinks. Before long, tiki culture had a large following in the United States, using South Pacific themes in everything from clothing to interior design. After Hawaii became a state in 1959, tiki culture, the aloha shirt and other island representations were incredibly en vogue.
Today, you can find giant wooden figures in several spots around the Hawaiian Islands, including the Polynesian Cultural Center on Oahu's North Shore. At La Marianas on Sand Island in Honolulu, possibly the most popular tiki bar in Hawaii, visitors can enjoy a tropical cocktail amidst an overwhelming amount of tiki memorabilia. Visitors to Hawaii can find a tiki image pretty much anywhere, but when you are browsing through the tourist-aimed mass-manufactured tiki items, remember how these images once represented the beloved and revered Hawaiian gods.


Something new, something big… The latest edition of the yearly event Pretarally, "The Dad edition" is a wrap. 22 of the coolest dads in town drove the new released MINI JCW (… 5,9 sec. 0-100 km.) on a rally through Amsterdam full of manly challenges and great perks. The dads were dressed, fed and pampered and nothing was left to chance. It was a success. The brands, the locations, the vices, and of course the dads. Take a look at this photo report to give you an idea of this hands down success event. Finally an event made for Dads.


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An Overview Flanged Bearings and Their Types
A flanged ball bearing is a configuration of a standard ball bearing that features an extension or lip on the outer ring of the bearing which is designed to aid the mounting and positioning of a bearing in a delicate application. Just as ball bearings are available in sealed or open, they are also available flanged or plain - a flange is simply another option for the design engineer or manufacturer. Flanged bearings are most commonly used in applications where the bearing must be locked in place. Depending on the application, the bearing will need to be locked axially (along the shaft) or radially (perpendicular to the shaft). In either case, a flanged bearing will help withstand axial thrusting.
Any application that requires a bearing to be mounted in a high-vibration area will benefit from the use of a flanged bearing. Automotive applications are a good example, as nearly all vehicle components must be able to withstand high vibrations. In automotive applications, in addition to vibration, the bearing must be able to withstand high temperatures. As such, adhesive or interference in the fit in the assembly of a bearing is often unacceptable. For these situations, to ensure the long-term reliability and durability of the bearing, flanged bearings are often the only choice. Flanged bearings will maintain their position even within hostile environments and vibration and, if necessary, can be supplemented with a retaining clip.
Extreme temperatures will also necessitate the use of a flanged bearing. Near the engine, where temperatures often surpass 350°F, added materials between a ball bearing and shaft will experience an increased rate of thermal expansion. For instance, if a steel bearing is pressed into an aluminum housing, the housing may expand earlier than the steel bearing and therefore lose contact with the bearing. The use of a flanged bearing in this case will hold the bearing in place axially, regardless of the imbalance of the expansion rate. In addition to automotive applications, flanged bearings are used in food processing machinery, conveyors, material handling, HVAC belt drives, textile machines, baggage systems, medical processing equipment, and other light-duty industrial applications.
The installation of flanged bearings is relatively simple. The drawback of these bearings is that many types are expensive and will increase the overall cost of a machine. There are several types of flanged bearings and the ideal type depends on the housing style. Flanged bearings can be one of a number of bearings. Roller bearings, for example, which include tapered, spherical, and cylindrical bearings, feature rollers within the inner and outer rings. Needle roller bearings are similar to cylindrical roller bearings but are much smaller. Plain bearings, also known as bushings, utilize a sliding action as opposed to a rolling action. Finally, the ball bearing, which is among the most well-known bearing types, consists of several balls held in place by a cage within the inner and outer rings.
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In this week's round-up, renewals are on the way for Travel Channel's Booze Traveler and Bizarre Foods as well as TLC's Labor Games (pictured).
In this week's round-up, renewals are on the way for series on U.S. nets TLC and Travel Channel as well as Dutch pubcaster EO.
U.S. net TLC is going into Labor for a second time with the renewal of the Lighthearted Entertainment-produced show, Labor Games. The series, hosted by comedian and actor Lisa Arch, surprises parents-to-be in the hospital with baby-themed trivia and challenges in order to win a nursery full of prizes ahead of their delivery. The program, which is filmed at the Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center in Pomona, California, is set to return on September 15 at 8 p.m. EST/PST.
Meanwhile, Travel Channel has ordered another round of Booze Traveler. The second season of the series, produced by Karga Seven Pictures in association with White Reindeer Productions, finds host Jack Maxwell traveling through countries including Argentina, Finland and Guatemala and sampling the local spirits and culture. The season has received a 16 x 60-minute episode order and will debut on September 28 at 10 p.m. EST/PST.
In other Travel Channel news, the net has signed up for a ninth season of the Tremendous! Entertainment-produced Bizarre Foods. The 8 x 60-minute episode order kicks off on September 28 at 9 p.m. EST/PST and finds host Andrew Zimmern highlight some of the world's most unique culinary offerings. The series celebrates its 200th episode with a trip to Philadelphia on October 19 at 9 p.m. EST/PST.
Over in the Netherlands, pubcaster EO has commissioned a second series of the format Go Back to Where You Came From, which challenges beliefs on immigrants and asylum seekers. Produced by Dutch producer Tuvalu Media, the 6 x 30-minute series will air on channel NPO3 in early 2016. The original version of the program – produced by CJZ for Australia broadcaster SBS – aired its third series last month.


WEALDSTONE will head for Cambridge on Saturday after Lee Chappell's first half goal won a dramatic replay.
The former skipper's sweet left foot shot settled matters in a game which the hosts finished with nine men and the visitors with 10 courtesy of a fiery second half.
However, the nine Stones heroically withstood a late Alamo siege and deserved their huge ovation at the final whistle.
The breakthrough came on 27 minutes when Kurtney Brooks found Richard Jolly on the right side of the box and he rolled the ball left to Chappell (pic) in acres of space. The former skipper took one stride forward and thumped a low shot wide of Louis Wells left hand and inside the far post.
The visitors forced a succession of corners in response, but it was from open play they came close when Jon Wallis drilled a low shot just wide with Jonathan North struggling.
They were close again in stoppage time when Lee Noble found space down the right, but his cross was just too far ahead of the stretching Jacob Erskine.
A subdued start to the second half was sparked on 62 minutes by a foul by James Rogers on Chris O'Leary and in the melee that followed it was the Wealdstone man who was sent off.
As the game boiled over, the man advantage lasted barely a minute before original sinner Rogers was dismissed for a reckless tackle on Peter Dean.
Chappell saw another effort deflected behind, but with 20 minutes left Stones were down to nine when Smith was late on Noble and became the third red card in eight minutes.
The Darts big chance came three minutes from time when Danny Harris found Lee Burns with time in the box, but with only North to beat the full-back fired wide.
Five minutes of stoppage-time followed but the depleted Stones were not to be denied this late.


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September 16, 2014 Kannapolis Intimidators activated RHP Robinson Leyer from the 7-day disabled list.
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Vehicle body parts and accessories: import value in the United Kingdom (UK) 2010-2017
Published by N. Sönnichsen, Aug 21, 2019
This statistic shows the value from EU and non-EU imports of parts and accessories of motor vehicle bodies in the United Kingdom between 2010 and 2017. The EU was clearly an important trade partner for the United Kingdom over this period. EU exports of car body parts and accessories reached a value of 1.3 billion British pounds in 2013.
Import value of car body parts and accessories in the United Kingdom (UK) between 2010 and 2017 (in thousand GBP)
EU imports
non-EU imports
2017 2,024,471 270,853
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Parts and accessories of bodies, including assembled motor vehicle chassis-frames with or without wheels but without engines - floor boards, sides, front or rear panels, luggage compartments, doors and parts thereof, bonnets and wings - framed windows, windows equipped with heating resistors and electrical connectors, mudguards, dashboards and radiator cowlings.
Body type distribution of commercial vehicles in Great Britain (UK) 2018
Land Rover Defender LGVs registered in Great Britain 2000-2018
Monthly production of commercial vehicles in the United Kingdom (UK) 2015-2019
Mitsubishi L200 LGVs registered in Great Britain 2000-2018
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Statistics on "Light goods vehicles in the United Kingdom"
Sales of UK-produced commercial vehicles monthly in the United Kingdom (UK) 2015-2019
Monthly exports of commercial vehicles produced in the United Kingdom (UK) 2015-2019
Number of HGVs and LGVs registered in Great Britain 2000-2017
Number of licensed LGVs in the United Kingdom (UK) 2018, by region
Box vans: licensed commercial vehicles in Great Britain (UK) 2010-2017 by weight
Insulated vans: commercial vehicles in Great Britain (UK) 2010-2017, by weight
Panel vans: licensed commercial vehicles in Great Britain (UK) 2010-2017, by weight
Luton vans: licensed commercial vehicles in Great Britain (UK) 2010-2017, by weight
Specially fitted vans: commercial vehicles in the UK 2010-2016, by weight
Most common LGV models registered in Great Britain 2018
Licensed Ford Transit LGVs in Great Britain 2000-2018
Licensed Volkswagen Transporter LGVs in Great Britain 2000-2018
Mercedes Sprinter LGVs registered in Great Britain 2000-2018
Vauxhall Vivaro LGVs registered in Great Britain 2001-2018
Vauxhall Combo LGVs registered in Great Britain 2000-2018
Citroen Berlingo LGVs registered in Great Britain 2000-2018
Leading light commercial vehicle brands in the United Kingdom (UK) 2018
Leading light commercial vehicle models in the United Kingdom H2 2018
Leading alternative fuel car models in the UK 2018, by new registrations
Average speed of cars and LCVs in Great Britain 2011-2017
UK: vans/LGVs skidding/overturning on roads in Great Britain by road condition 2017
Goods vehicles MOT reasons for failure in Great Britain (UK) 2010-2018
Volume of petrol fuel consumed by light vans in the United Kingdom (UK) 2000-2016
Volume of diesel fuel consumed by light vans in the United Kingdom (UK) 2000-2016
Vehicle body parts and accessories: export value in the United Kingdom (UK) 2010-2017
Bodies for special vehicles: import value in the United Kingdom (UK) 2010-2017
Bodies for special vehicles: export value in the United Kingdom (UK) 2010-2017
Motor vehicle body manufacturing activity in Canada 2004/2012
Bodies for special vehicles: export volume in the United Kingdom (UK) 2010-2013
Car body parts and accessories: export volume in the United Kingdom (UK) 2010-2013
Bodies for motor vehicles: import value in the United Kingdom (UK) 2010-2017
Bodies for motor vehicles: export value in the United Kingdom (UK) 2010-2017
Motor vehicle body manufacturing value-added per employee Canada 04/12
Motor vehicle body manufacturing industry net revenue: Canada '04-'12
Bodies for motor vehicles: import volume in the United Kingdom (UK) 2010-2013
Bodies for special vehicles: import volume in the United Kingdom (UK) 2010-2013
Bodies for motor vehicles: export volume in the United Kingdom (UK) 2010-2013
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Office for National Statistics (UK), & HM Revenue and Customs. (June 19, 2018). Import value of car body parts and accessories in the United Kingdom (UK) between 2010 and 2017 (in thousand GBP) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved January 23, 2020, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/477183/car-body-part-and-accessories-import-value-uk/
Office for National Statistics (UK), und HM Revenue and Customs. "Import value of car body parts and accessories in the United Kingdom (UK) between 2010 and 2017 (in thousand GBP)." Chart. June 19, 2018. Statista. Accessed January 23, 2020. https://www.statista.com/statistics/477183/car-body-part-and-accessories-import-value-uk/
Office for National Statistics (UK), HM Revenue and Customs. (2018). Import value of car body parts and accessories in the United Kingdom (UK) between 2010 and 2017 (in thousand GBP). Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: January 23, 2020. https://www.statista.com/statistics/477183/car-body-part-and-accessories-import-value-uk/
Office for National Statistics (UK), and HM Revenue and Customs. "Import Value of Car Body Parts and Accessories in The United Kingdom (Uk) between 2010 and 2017 (in Thousand Gbp)." Statista, Statista Inc., 19 Jun 2018, https://www.statista.com/statistics/477183/car-body-part-and-accessories-import-value-uk/
Office for National Statistics (UK) & HM Revenue and Customs, Import value of car body parts and accessories in the United Kingdom (UK) between 2010 and 2017 (in thousand GBP) Statista, https://www.statista.com/statistics/477183/car-body-part-and-accessories-import-value-uk/ (last visited January 23, 2020)