EV Trip Planning Made Easy With Our 10 Practical Tips

April 15th, 2025 by
EV charging ahead of EV trip planning

Electric vehicles are becoming popular as a way to spend less money on refueling and maintenance. And they can be powerful thanks to instantaneous torque from the electric motors. We invite you to see our inventory of Hummer EVs and GMC Sierra EV pickups on our lot at Thompson Sales. When you’re heading to grandma’s…

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Ready for Race Day? Check Out These 12 Must-Know Tips

October 11th, 2024 by
Aerial view of an oval speedway for racing

  The heat radiates from the pavement. Engines come to life. You can hear the occasional scrape as metal meets metal heading to the straightaway.  It’s race day. And you love the adrenaline rush of cheering on your favorite driver.  Whether you’re headed for the Thursday 7 p.m. main event or make a weekend out…

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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…

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Thompson Sales Discusses Tips for Winter Travel With Your Family

January 26th, 2021 by
Two girls travel with Christmas presents in the trunk of their car

You’re traveling with your family this winter, whether it’s to grandma’s house three states away or to a fun winter destination for a weekend getaway. Read Thompson Sales’ tips for winter travel with your family as you pack the car and set off on a cold-weather adventure! Prepare Emergency Items It’s extremely important that you…

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Tips and Tricks for Traveling With Family Pets in Your Car

November 9th, 2020 by
Two dogs looking out of the cargo space of an SUV

Family vacations and road trips are more fun when the furry members of your family come along! If you’re able to take your pets with you, by all means you should! Even though vacations are fun, they can be stressful for you and your pets. Today’s blog from Thompson Sales discusses some tips and tricks…

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Thompson Sales Presents In-Car Games to Play on Long Family Trips

August 25th, 2020 by
Happy family on vacation at the beach in a car

Family trips are so much fun! Whether you’re driving to Grandma’s house three hours away or taking a two-week vacay to a beach three days away, summer road trips are filled with adventure and fun for everyone! They say it’s about the journey and not the destination, but driving for several hours at a time…

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Why Zone Air Conditioning Is Important in Cars for Sale

August 19th, 2020 by
Air conditioning control panel on vehicle dashboard

It’s a beautiful summer day and you’re cruising along in your car on a family vacation. You’re warm in the driver’s seat because the sun is bearing down on your left arm, but the kids in the back seat are cold because you have the air conditioning on full blast. Does this situation sound familiar?…

Thompson Sales Showcases 5 Totally Epic Virtual Tours of Car Museums

June 23rd, 2020 by
Closeup view of headlights of a classic Corvette

Thompson Sales understands your love affair with cars. You were fascinated by them when you were a kid, and your affinity for cars never waned. You don’t need a reason to drive. You just want to drive. Your ideal summer vacation would include classic car shows, auto museums, and hot rods. In today’s blog from…

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Memorial Day Weekend Trip Tips From Your Springfield Car Dealership

May 13th, 2020 by
American flag against a springtime background

Memorial Day marks the first day of summer vacations here in the Ozarks. We hope you and your family get a chance to see some beautiful scenery this year, whether you take a trip during this three-day weekend or later in the summer. Today’s blog from Thompson Sales outlines five Memorial Day weekend trips from…

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Hikes Within Driving Distance of Springfield, MO

May 16th, 2019 by
Two People Hiking Near a Stream

Warm weather is here to stay (maybe, you never know with Missouri), and that means it’s a great time to go on some hikes! There are plenty of incredible places to hike within driving distance of Springfield, and some right here in the city if you don’t want to go too far. Today in the…

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