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2022 Audi Q4 e-tron; Why are Flooded EVs Catching Fire? | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports [Video]

The all-new Q4 e-tron is Audi’s third EV model, and we share our first impressions of its driving characteristics, tech-heavy interior, whether the 240 miles range will be enough for most drivers, and how it compares to the Tesla Model Y, Genesis GV60, and Ford Mustang Mach-E. We also share some important tips to avoid buying a car that has been in a flood. Go to https://CR.org/CarsYT for ratings and reviews.———————————–Subscribe to Talking Cars on Apple Podcasts!Video version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-hq/id630839767?mt=2Audio version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-mp3/id630831189?mt=2Have a question for our experts? Leave a comment on this episode, or reach out to us directly!From your iOS device, iMessage us at TalkingCars@icloud.com to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team!We love to feature our viewers on the show, so submit video questions at https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-talking-cars/Subscribe to Talking Cars on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jr8wJRJyN9v8T6LC1fQQ6SHOW NOTES———————————–00:00 – Introduction00:15 – First Impressions: 2022 Audi Q4 e-tron Quattro16:07 – Question: Is it dangerous to own an electric car in a flood prone area? ———————————-  Audi Electrifies Its Compact SUV Lineup with the Q4 E-Tron and Q4 E-Tron Sportbackhttps://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/2022-audi-q4-e-tron-and-q4-e-tron-sportback-preview-a6031104485/Which EVs Qualify for the New Electric Vehicle Tax Credit? It’s Complicated.https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/electric-vehicles-that-qualify-for-new-ev-tax-credit-a9310530660/Electric Cars and Plug-In Hybrids That Qualify for Tax Credits Under the Inflation Reduction Acthttps://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/electric-cars-plug-in-hybrids-that-qualify-for-tax-credits-a7820795671/What to Do If Your Car Is Damaged in a Stormhttps://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-repair-maintenance/what-to-do-if-your-car-is-damaged-in-a-storm-a2750790060/Beware a Flood of Flooded Carshttps://www.consumerreports.org/cars/buying-a-car/beware-a-flood-of-flooded-cars-a1195019046/Why Flooded-Out Cars Are Likely Total Losseshttps://www.consumerreports.org/money/car-insurance/why-flooded-out-cars-are-likely-total-losses-a9926753411/Guide to Car Safetyhttps://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/———————————–Join CR at https://CR.org/joinviaYT to find out how products scored in CR’s rigorous lab tests—and to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day—become a member. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization.Check out https://www.CR.org for the latest reviews, tips, and recommendations and subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/1Nlb1Ez Follow Us on Social:TikTok: https://bit.ly/3BVzGR9Instagram: http://bit.ly/1I49BzoFacebook: http://on.fb.me/1IQ2w5qTwitter: http://bit.ly/1Yf5Fh2Pinterest: http://bit.ly/1P37mM9

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Baila4Life Celebrations of Hispanic Heritage Month Continue Oct. 8 [Video]

Baila4Life or ‘Dance for Life’ will continue this weekend on Saturday, Oct. 8. Last Saturday’s celebration focused on Merengue was canceled after weather concerns. The collaborative event between Wheaton Urban District and Baila4Life will be held at Wheaton’s Marian Fryer Town Plaza in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. This week’s focus is Bachata. The celebrations […]

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Why Review Your Bylaws | Nonprofit Governance [Video]

Why is it necessary to review and update your bylaws regularly? #Nonprofit #Governance #shortsJoin our Office Manager Trista Mclver and our CEO Tom Abbott to discuss everything organizations need to know about developing effective Nonprofit Bylaws.Check out the full article: https://www.amcnposolutions.com/nonprofit-bylaws-strategic-nonprofit-podcast/🙌🏻 Ensure bylaws have a solid foundation 🎁 Download your Nonprofit Bylaws Checklist now: https://www.amcnposolutions.com/nonprofit-bylaw-review-the-ultimate-checklist/Need help with improving your board performance? Chat with our professional consultant here: https://www.amcnposolutions.com/contact/// WHAT TO WATCH NEXTDiscover 10 Complementary Model Operating Features with Tom with Tomhttps://youtu.be/mwUM7biUOd8An Introduction To Managing Your NPO with Tom Abbotthttps://youtu.be/A1P85zdpz6QA Guide To Setting Ethical Standards For Your NPOhttps://youtu.be/ckH4qr0Zowc// MORE ABOUT AMC NPO SOLUTIONSAMC NPO Solutions have been proudly serving the Canadian nonprofit community since 1987 by helping 450+ organizations achieve their goals in governance, by-laws and strategic planning.Our aim is to help nonprofits run more effectively so they can spend more time helping the community they’ve set out to help and less time ‘trying to figure things out’.Wondering where to start your nonprofit strategic planning?We help to reaffirm the vision and mission, identify major strategic goals and objectives as well establish operational timeline.▶️ https://www.amcnposolutions.com/strategic-planning-facilitators/ Looking for ways to improve your nonprofit board performance?We help to implement The Complementary Model of Board Governance to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of your board. ▶️ https://www.amcnposolutions.com/the-complementary-model-of-board-governance-workshop/Need help with your nonprofit bylaw review?We help to ensure your organization’s bylaws are up to date and in compliance with provincial and federal requirements.▶️ https://www.amcnposolutions.com/nonprofit-bylaw-reviews/ // CONNECT WITH USLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/amc-…Twitter: https://twitter.com/npospecialistFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/amcnposolutionsWebsite: https://www.amcnposolutions.com

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CNM Town Hall: Next Steps for Nonprofit Employees – May 2022 [Video]

Are you ready to advance your career and your nonprofit’s mission? Learn more about specialized nonprofit leadership development, public policy, social justice, and executive leadership degrees available in #MiddleTennessee. Leaders from several organizations showcase their programs’ unique benefits, application timelines, and exclusive discounts available to CNM member organizations and their employees. Featured programs include: – @belmontu MS Strategic Communication & Leadership – @cumberlandu MS Public Service Management – @fiskuniversity MA Social Justice – @lipscombuniversity MA Leadership and Public Service

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Do Transmissions Ever Need to be Serviced?; Inflation Reduction Act and EV/Hybrid Tax Credits [Video]

This week we explain how the Inflation Reduction Act has changed the federal EV tax credit for new EV and plug-in hybrids; how miles per gallon is converted for electric vehicles into MPGe; should anyone really care about how many gears a transmission has; and is it necessary to ever service your car’s transmission? Go to https://CR.org/CarsYT for ratings and reviews.———————————–Subscribe to Talking Cars on Apple Podcasts!Video version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-hq/id630839767?mt=2Audio version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-mp3/id630831189?mt=2Have a question for our experts? Leave a comment on this episode, or reach out to us directly!From your iOS device, iMessage us at TalkingCars@icloud.com to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team!We love to feature our viewers on the show, so submit video questions at https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-talking-cars/Subscribe to Talking Cars on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jr8wJRJyN9v8T6LC1fQQ6SHOW NOTES———————————–00:00 – Introduction00:15 – Question 1: Which CR recommended midsize SUV qualifies for the Federal EV tax credit?06:57 – Question 2: When is it necessary to service a car’s transmission?10:35 – Question 3: How is the MPGe calculated on EVs and PHEVs?16:23 – Question 4: Is there any difference regarding the number of gears in a vehicle’s transmission?20:05 – Question 5: Should the first model year of an all-new or redesign EV be avoided?25:08 – Question 6: Is the extra cost of a hybrid worth it?———————————-  Which EVs Qualify for the New Electric Vehicle Tax Credit? It’s Complicated.https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/electric-vehicles-that-qualify-for-new-ev-tax-credit-a9310530660/Electric Cars and Plug-In Hybrids That Qualify for Tax Credits Under the Inflation Reduction Acthttps://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/electric-cars-plug-in-hybrids-that-qualify-for-tax-credits-a7820795671/EPA Fuel Economy https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/PowerSearch.do?action=Cars&vtype=Electric&srchtyp=evSelect&rowLimit=50&sortBy=Comb&year1=2021&year2=2023&range=&driveWith Gas Prices So High, Some Hybrids Pay for Themselves Immediatelyhttps://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/as-gas-prices-rise-hybrids-make-even-more-sense-a1092610835/Cars Most Likely to Need a Transmission Replacement and What to Buy Insteadhttps://www.consumerreports.org/car-repair-maintenance/cars-most-likely-to-need-new-transmission-what-to-buy-instead/Car Reliability Is Hurt By Some New Technologieshttps://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-reliability-is-hurt-by-some-new-technologies-a2638409507/To Get the Most Reliable New Car, It Pays to Waithttps://www.consumerreports.org/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/to-get-the-most-reliable-new-car-it-pays-to-wait-a1174785565/Hot, New Electric Cars That Are Coming Soonhttps://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/hot-new-electric-cars-are-coming-soon-a1000197429/Why Hybrid Vehicles Are a Smart Choice Right Nowhttps://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/why-hybrid-vehicles-are-a-smart-choice-right-now-a2736240282/2022 Toyota Highlanderhttps://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/highlander/2022/overview/Guide to Car Safetyhttps://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/———————————–Join CR at https://CR.org/joinviaYT to find out how products scored in CR’s rigorous lab tests—and to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day—become a member. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization.Check out https://www.CR.org for the latest reviews, tips, and recommendations and subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/1Nlb1Ez Follow Us on Social:TikTok: https://bit.ly/3BVzGR9Instagram: http://bit.ly/1I49BzoFacebook: http://on.fb.me/1IQ2w5qTwitter: http://bit.ly/1Yf5Fh2Pinterest: http://bit.ly/1P37mM9