You’re driving down the road and all of a sudden your car starts shuddering on one side. Everyone knows this feeling. You have a flat tire. Now you have to stop the car and go through the whole process of changing it. But what if you don’t have time to take the tire to the…
Car overheating never bodes well, but when your temperature gauge suddenly spikes, being prepared makes all the difference. An overheating engine can lead to serious damage if not handled properly. By learning what to do in these situations, you can stay safe and protect your vehicle. That’s why Thompson Sales in Springfield, Missouri, is here…
At some point, if you drive your vehicle long enough, your engine will die. When this happens, you can either buy a new vehicle or replace the engine on your used vehicle and give your old car a new life. If you’re considering the latter, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons. Today in…
Most of us are guilty of ignoring minor problems when it comes to our cars. Whether it’s a blinking light on the dash or a mysterious rattling sound, at one time or another we’ve tried to pretend a problem isn’t there. We all know it’s also a really bad idea. The team at Thompson Sales…
Accidents happen, and sometimes our vehicles get dents. This can be frustrating, especially if you don’t have time to bring it to a shop to get it fixed. It might seem easier and cheaper to just get a DIY dent repair kit and fix it yourself. But is this really the best solution? Well, it…
You turn on your car and the check engine light turns on. Not good. Everyone dreads this happening because they think it means that they’re about to have to pay for some repairs. There can be a variety of reasons that your engine light turns on, but it’s not something you should just ignore. Today…
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….
Smoke coming out of your exhaust is normal, but sometimes the color or thickness of the smoke can indicate a problem. If you notice your exhaust smoke is abnormal, check out our guide to see what could be wrong and make sure to bring it to a mechanic to get it fixed if the problem…
Rust is a surefire way to not only make your car look worse aesthetically, but drastically lower the value. Unfortunately, during these colder months, our vehicles are exposed to more elements that cause rust than usual. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to prevent rust. Today in the Thompson Sales blog, we’ll give you some…
Nothing about a car accident is simple. Even the most minor collision comes with a whole laundry list of problems, delays, inconveniences, and unexpected costs. But things can get a lot worse if there’s significant damage to your vehicle — especially the frame. Thompson Sales shop team has worked on enough cars to know what…
