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With the winter months lasting so long, it’s important to have good winter tires on your car. Our professionals at Thompson BMW are eager to show you our supply of tires and help you choose the best tires for your car. We also want to help you understand the different types of winter tires.

The choice of using studded, studless or winter performance tires all depends on the type of traveling you do and the type of road conditions you’ll be doing most of your driving. Studded tires work best in deep snow but not go good on…

Our car experts here at Thompson BMW share a goal to help drivers stay safe on the road. During the winter, it's vital that you prepare your vehicle for freezing temperatures, heavy snow, and icy roads. Here are a few ways that you can get your vehicle ready for winter driving.

Have your fluids checked before it gets cold. Before winter sets in, be sure that your vehicle's coolant isn't too low and there aren't any leaks. Many service technicians suggest that drivers use a 50/50-mix of water and coolant. Your washer fluid should be…

In the age or fast-rising gas prices, you've got to love a car that can go far while burning a limited amount of fuel. For savvy Doylestown drivers, good fuel economy is always an excellent selling point. At Thompson BMW, we want to show locals how to get the absolute best value for every gallon of gas that they buy.

Pay Attention To Your Tires

Taking good care of your car is an undeniably important part of getting good mileage. This is especially true when it comes to your tires. In addition to getting regular oil changes, using the…

Investing in a new set of tires can be a big expense. If you have recently done so for your BMW, you'll receive some really beneficial coverage at no additional cost to you as the vehicle owner. BMW Road Hazard Tire Coverage is designed to provide you with coverage in the instance that an accident occurs to one or more of your tires while driving. This damage must occur at no fault to you as the driver. With coverage that lasts for the first 365 days of ownership, you don't have to worry about expensive repairs or replacement…

Drivers choose to purchase BMW cars because of their top of the line performance in addition to the luxury features that allow you to drive in style whether you are commuting to work or just running a few errands. Because of this, they want to be sure that BMW's service and maintenance programs are just as good. That is why we here at Thompson BMW located in Doylestown want to tell you all about the service and maintenance plans for BMW.

One of the best things about these plans is that they provide fully certified BMW tires. 

There are a number of reasons that you shouldn't skip alignment services. If you keep your vehicle properly aligned, it can extend the life of the tires, boost handling for a better ride, and improve on gas mileage. Here is some useful information about vehicle alignment services.

You should have your vehicle aligned every time that you get an oil change. However, there are incidents that can cause problems with your alignment, which means it should be inspected as soon as possible. If you hit a curb or drive on rough terrain, it could cause problems with your vehicle…

Inclement weather can significantly increase your risk of getting into an accident on the road. When it rains, there is a noticeable loss of traction between the tires of a vehicle and a wet pavement. You're supposed to reduce the speed of your vehicle and apply extra firm braking pressure in such a situation. The stopping distance on a wet surface is much longer compared to the stopping distance on a dry surface. It's a good idea to leave extra space between your car and another automobile that's slowly cruising ahead. Some of the latest models have…

Embarking on summertime adventures is always an exciting time, but no one ever wants to run into car trouble. That's why scheduling a service appointment with us here at Thompson BMW isn't a bad idea. Our team of expert technicians are prepared to make sure that your vehicle is operating in prime condition for the upcoming summer months, especially if you plan to travel extensively.

Our service center is located right at our dealership for your convenience. We'll happily help you out with any and all of

Having two functional headlights is necessary in order to drive safely at night. However, from time to time, problems may arise. The headlight lens may become cloudy after years of faithful service. If not cleaned, the headlights do not shine as brightly as they should. A headlight bulb may burn out, which requires replacement. The light's housing may crack or otherwise become damaged, which necessitates replacing the entire unit. If any of these problems arise, you can trust our technicians at Thompson BMW garage to make the necessary repairs or adjustments...

 

Auto exhaust systems have come a long way since the invention of the automobile. Early exhaust systems moved exhaust from the engine to the back of the vehicle; today the exhaust system has more duties than the mere movement of fumes. With the increased performance demands placed on the exhaust system, more parts were added.

There are five parts to the modern exhaust system. The exhaust manifold starts the process of exhaust ventilation by collecting the gases emitted by each combustion cylinder. Inside the exhaust manifold sits the oxygen sensor that sends information to the car’s...