Thompson Sales is the best place in Springfield, Missouri to find both new and pre-owned vehicles. As the experts in finding the perfect pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs for anyone, our team also understands how important it is for a vehicle to fit you perfectly. When it comes to pre-owned vehicles, there are a few…
At Thompson Sales, we like to use our blog to offer advice for newer, less-experienced drivers. We all know how intimidating it can be when you first get your license and take to the road, especially when an unexpected situation presents itself. One of these situations is a broken stoplight. What happens when you pull…
Why do some vehicles have wider or thicker tires than others? Why do other vehicles have narrower tires? Depending on the type of vehicle you drive and where you’re driving it, the thickness of your tires can make a big difference in the way your vehicle handles. In this blog, the Thompson Sales team is…
It’s easy to take the wheels on your car, truck or SUV for granted. As long as your tires are in good shape and everything is turning like it should, what is there to think about? Surprisingly, quite a lot. Wheel design and engineering has changed significantly over the years, and certain changes make driving…
How much do you really know about your car’s headlights? The difference in headlight types can be more important than you might realize, depending on the kind of vehicle you drive and the conditions you drive in. Whether you drive a car, truck, or an SUV, read on to find out more about the different…
Who doesn’t love upgrading their car? One of the most common upgrades people like to get is a new stereo system. If you’ve been wanting to get a new stereo system, you may be wondering where you should start. Today in the Thompson Sales blog, we’ll give you some tips for choosing a new stereo…
Where do you keep your hands on the wheel when you drive? If you’ve been driving for a number of years, you probably instinctively think “10 and 2”. You might be surprised to learn that that’s not the standard anymore. If you’re preparing to teach your kids to drive, you might want to read up…
Waxing your car can be a time-consuming chore, but it’s definitely worth it. Waxing your car makes it look fantastic and keeps it protected for longer. Today in the Thompson Sales blog, we’ll talk about what you need to do to wax your car yourself. Wash Your Car The first thing you’ll want to do…
Having a clean car is a great feeling. Unfortunately, especially in winter, it can be hard to maintain. Sometimes it’s easy to just run it through the car wash every once in a while. But is this the best way to keep your car clean? Today in the Thompson Sales blog, we’ll talk about the…
Who doesn’t love hitting the open road with a group of friends or family? Luckily for those of us who live in Springfield, Missouri, there are plenty of great road trips to take to nearby areas. Today in the Thompson Sales blog, we’ll tell you about some of our favorite road trips and road trip…
