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Most Popular Buick & GMC Accessories for Springfield Drivers

June 30th, 2024 by
Cargo Rack on Roof

Investing in a Buick or GMC vehicle gives you and your family a top-notch driving experience. Even better, you can customize your ride with a wide range of GMC accessories and Buick accessories that our parts team can order. Once they come in, the factory-trained and certified service technicians on our team can install them…

Posted in Driving Tips, Travel

Top Off-Roading Destinations Within 200 Miles of Springfield

June 24th, 2024 by
Dirt & Gravel Road in Missouri

Many SUVs and pickup trucks come off-road ready at Thompson Sales. Consider the AT4 trims of the GMC Acadia, Yukon, and Terrain if you want to explore exciting new places in your family-friendly SUV. Then, there are the ATX trims of the Canyon, Sierra 1500, and Sierra 2500 HD pickup trucks for off-roading that have…

Posted in Driving Tips

Behind the Wheel: Test Driving Tips From Our Experts

June 17th, 2024 by
Test Drive Button

Test-driving a new or used vehicle is more than just taking your favorite car, truck, or SUV on our lot in Springfield for a drive. We encourage you to drive it on James River Freeway and then come back to our dealership at 1555. E. Independence Avenue to get a feel for the highway and…

What Are Courtesy Transportation Vehicles for Sale on Our Lot in Springfield?

May 23rd, 2024 by
White Courtesy Car

Every once in a while, we have a new car for sale on our lot that’s a former courtesy transportation vehicle. We might loan out these vehicles to customers whose repairs may take more than a day. Some of these courtesy transportation vehicles could come up for sale at some point on our lot. We’ll…

Posted in New Vehicles

Complete Guide to Cleaning & Tuning-Up Your Vehicle for Spring

May 16th, 2024 by
Cleaning the Inside of a Sunroof

Spring cleaning our homes is an annual ritual. We clean every nook and cranny, throw away stuff we don’t need, take more stuff to storage, have a yard sale, and refresh the house. What about spring cleaning your car, truck, or SUV? You spend about 100 minutes a day driving, so it makes sense to…

Posted in Driving Tips

Complete Guide on What to Do If You See a Tornado While Driving

May 9th, 2024 by
Tornado in a Field Off to the Side of the Road

Tornadoes can strike the Ozarks at any time of year. We’ve seen them in the spring, summer, fall, and even late winter with the Leap Day tornado outbreak in 2012 that hit Branson. What do you do if you see or encounter a tornado while driving? We’ve got some safety tips for you. Prepare Ahead…

Posted in Driving Tips

Electric Vehicles: A Comprehensive Guide for First-Time Buyers

April 19th, 2024 by
GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition

We already have fuel-efficient vehicles on our lot. The 2024 Buick Encore GX gets 30/31 city/highway mpg with its 1.2L turbocharged engine. The 2024 Buick Envista achieves 28/32 city/highway mpg. Meanwhile, the 2024 GMC Terrain gives you 24/29 city/highway mpg. What about a way to eliminate gas mileage by owning an electric vehicle?  Electric vehicles…

Posted in New Vehicles

Why Opt for a Certified Pre-Owned vs. a Used Vehicle? Unpacking the Pros and Cons

April 12th, 2024 by
Vehicles for Sale on a Car Lot

In your quest to find your next four-wheeled family member, you might consider purchasing a certified pre-owned or used vehicle to save some cash versus a new vehicle. Understanding the nuances between a certified pre-owned vs. a used vehicle can guide you to the choice that aligns best with your needs, budget, and preferences.  This…

Posted in Used Vehicles

Pros and Cons: Making the Right Choice Between a New and Used Vehicle

April 4th, 2024 by
New Vs. Used Concept on Pavement

Choosing between a new vs. used vehicle is a significant decision for many car buyers. This choice can impact not only your finances but also your driving experience and peace of mind.  Thompson Sales in Springfield has outstanding new vehicles from Buick and GMC on our lot. We also carry reliable certified pre-owned vehicles from…

What It Means to Have Four World-Class GM Technicians at Thompson Sales

March 28th, 2024 by
World Class Technicians

  At Thompson Sales, we’re proud to have four General Motors World Class Technicians on our staff. Joe Evans, Chris Ritter, and Jon Kratzer all earned these vaunted distinctions in 2022 and 2023. Reece Gilbert joined this exclusive group in early 2024. These men bring excellence to their jobs every day at Thompson Sales. This…

Posted in Car Maintenance

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