The staff at Thompson Sales wants you to have the best experience with your new or used vehicle as soon as you drive it off our lot. That’s why we have a world-class service department ready to maintain or repair your vehicle, whether your car needs a routine check-up, tire rotation, or a full tune-up. …
Tire balancing represents vital maintenance your vehicle may need occasionally. Unlike regular car maintenance or tire rotation service, there is no set time or mileage for balancing your tires. Thompson Sales explains with our tire balancing FAQs. What does tire balancing do for your vehicle? Tire balancing service ensures the weight of each tire is…
At Thompson Sales, you don’t need an appointment to have your car tires rotated. Just come by our Quick Lube between 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays, and our technicians will rotate your tires. Take a look at your comprehensive guide to Thompson’s tire…
Thompson Sales strives to be the best car dealership in Springfield, Missouri. To that end, we offer regular services and car maintenance next to our car lot on East Independence in southeast Springfield. Below are some common questions we get about having an oil change in Springfield, Missouri. Where can I get my oil changed…
It’s winter time in the Ozarks! Get ready for colder temperatures and snow. Even with the chilly weather, we still have to drive to work, go shopping, and take the kids to their rehearsals and sports practice. In today’s blog from Thompson Sales, we talk about how to winterize your vehicle’s gas tank as part…
You’ve probably seen the shelves in your local auto parts store. There are entire sections devoted to fuel additives, which can be part of your regular car maintenance routine. Today’s blog from Thompson Sales answers the frequently asked question, “Do fuel additives really work?” What Types of Fuel Additives Are There? When you’re trying to…
You’ve seen the big yellow buttons at the gas pump. They say something about an octane rating for the fuel you’re about to buy. But what do these numbers mean, and does octane rating matter for your gasoline? Thompson Sales explains in today’s blog. Meaning of Octane Ratings The higher the octane rating, the better…
You probably know that gasoline comes from petroleum. But what goes into the gasoline that you pump at the station? Today’s blog from Thompson Sales answers the question, “What’s in your gasoline?” What’s in Your Car’s Gasoline? Gasoline typically contains up to hundreds of different hydrocarbons. These chemicals, made of long chains of hydrogen and…
You’re getting ready to drive to work. You approach your car, and you see fluid near one of the front tires. Now what? It’s not oil. It’s not red, which is the color of transmission fluid. You may have a leaky radiator. What do you do about it? The certified service team at Thompson Sales…
You’re driving on a cloudy afternoon when it suddenly starts pouring rain. Your windows are already rolled up, but you feel some wetness on your arm. Then you see the water coming into your car. You double-check that the window is rolled all the way up. Great. You have a leaky window. Now what? Thompson…
