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…
There’s nothing quite like a good road trip, but you can make your road trip an even better experience by bringing your furry friend! Not only will your dog or cat love to be around you, but it’ll also be a good bonding experience. But, if you’re planning on taking a pet on a road…
Everyone’s been there, your car makes a noise that you’ve never heard before. Maybe it’s a ca-chunk or a screeee, but either way, it doesn’t sound good. So, what does that mystery sound mean and is it serious? Today in the Thompson Sales blog, we’ll go over some common car noises and what they mean….
