When you visit a Chicagoland tire shop for new tires, you may see a specification known as the treadwear rating. A treadwear rating, generally in the form of a three-digit number preceding the abbreviation “TW,” is essentially a rough approximation of how soft and sticky the rubber of a tire is. As a rule of…
Alternative energy vehicles were once a major compromise, costing drivers a great deal of money for a vehicle that was often cramped, underpowered, and lacking in quality finishes. These early electric vehicles (EVs) were strictly utilitarian. But one automaker decided to make no such compromises in building a Nissan EV. This is what the designers…
It is time to visit your local Nissan Altima dealer. The dynamic 2021 Altima is here – a midsize sedan that reinvigorates a segment slowly being chipped away by America’s obsession with crossovers. If you’re not one of those drivers who’s smitten with the SUV body style, you’ll love the agility, performance, and sleek styling…
You’re probably well aware of when the oil needs to be changed in your vehicle or what to do when your tire pressure is low, but do you know how to tell when your brakes are bad? Modern vehicles are usually equipped with in-vehicle alerts that tell you when it’s time to change your oil…
The Nissan Pathfinder and Frontier have been present on the lot of Joliet car dealers for some years without any facelift, slowly looking more and more archaic with each passing generation. With so many different makes of midsize trucks and three-row SUVs in the market, Nissan needed to do something, anything, to stand out. That…
Nissan offers an outstanding selection of vehicles, such as the roomy but stylish Rogue SUV and the sporty and efficient Altima sedan. Nissan is famous for cars that include fast and responsive powertrains, stylish designs, and comfortable cabins – all at an affordable price. However, even the best cars can show signs of damage over…
No matter what kind of daily driving you are accustomed to, your vehicle will need a wheel alignment at some point. Even if you never had an accident or hit a deep pothole, it’s best to have your mechanic check the alignment of your wheels periodically. If the alignment is out of whack, it can…
Leasing is serious business. Yes, it’s less stressful than outright buying a new car because there’s less commitment involved. Still, there’s another side to leasing that usually has people caught in a web of contemplation, leaving them asking: should I lease another car or buy my leased model? It’s a common occurrence and a question…
We get a lot of questions about car maintenance and repair here at the Thomas Nissan service department. That’s totally understandable because, for someone who isn’t around car service every day, it’s easy to wonder what exactly your car needs. Our service team often gets asked if brake service is necessary. Yes, regular brake service…
When it’s time for your next car purchase, there are a variety of ways to do it. You can pay cash, finance, or lease. There are pros and cons to each, but we’re going to focus on the leasing side of car buying. Just like with paying cash and financing, there are do’s and don’ts…
