This week we share our first impressions of the 2021 Acura TLX sports sedan, and discuss whether it's size and performance gives it an edge over competitors like the BMW 3 and 5 Series (or even a Toyota Camry?!) We also provide options for exchanging out the all-season tires that come on a new car for something better suited to cold climates, like all-weather or winter tires. Our experts give advice on why a Ford Mustang GT might not be the best car for a new driver, and share some RWD alternatives; why bright DLRs (daytime running lights) might keep someone from turning on their headlights at night; and give a primer on everything you wanted to know about motor oil (but were afraid to ask!)     -----------------------------------   Have 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    Subscribe to Talking Cars on Spotify:      SHOW NOTES -----------------------------------   00:00 - Introduction 00:31 - Motor Oil 101  07:53 - 2021 Acura TLX First Impressions 15:09 - Question #1: Are drivers forgetting to turn on their headlights more and more these days? 17:36 - Question #2: What are the options for replacing OEM all-season tires for winter or all-weather tires? 21:01 - Question #3: Which AWD vehicles behave more like a rear-wheel drive?   ----------------------------------    Coronavirus Resource Hub   How to Safely Work on Your Car at Home   First Drive: 2021 Acura TLX Reborn With Performance in Mind   2015 Acura TLX Quick Drive   2017 BMW 330i Quick Drive   4K Review: 2017 BMW 5 Series Quick Drive   First Drive: 2021 Kia K5 Is Packed With Plenty of Tech and Turbo Power   Winter Driving Tips   Essential Winter Driving Tips   Prep Your Car for Winter   2020 Kia Telluride Quick Drive     -----------------------------------   Check out   for the latest reviews, tips, and recommendations and subscribe to our YouTube Channel: