Have you seen the latest GMC pickup trucks? The technology in the cabin of every Canyon, Sierra 1500, and Sierra HD is outstanding. These vehicles provide plenty of comfort, connectivity, and convenience features to get things done more effectively. One thing you’ll love about these pickup trucks is the towing technology that helps make trailering…
According to Car & Driver, the average vehicle on American roads is around 11 years old. Because of modern technology and improved construction materials, vehicles can last around 200,000 to 300,000 miles. One key is to take care of your vehicle over the years with regular maintenance and repairs. We’ve got some additional tips on…
We want you to get the most out of your driving experience with a Buick or GMC vehicle from Thompson Sales. Whether you favor daily commutes from Ozark to Springfield or love taking family trips to exciting new places, driving carefully and safely helps you to arrive on time and without incident. Read our…
Driving at night, especially in the winter months when sunset is between 5 and 6 p.m., can create hazards with the diminished light. Bright headlights, the sun directly in your face, and then taking a few minutes to adjust to a lack of sunlight all mean taking it a bit more slowly when driving. …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
A flat tire may be something you’ll need to deal with on the road eventually. Whether it’s from a pothole or small debris like a nail or a screw, a flat tire is an inconvenience that throws a curve ball into your day. You’ll need to know how to change a tire safely and adequately…
