Speak Up: Talking with Your Sovel's Auto Service Service Advisor
May 14, 2023
About 80% of the vehicles on Novi roads today are behind on their preventive maintenance schedules. That translates to about 160 million vehicles in the United States that aren't performing as well as they could be - thousands right here in Michigan. Some of the maintenance issues are minor. Othe... More
Alternator Facts (Failing Alternator)
May 7, 2023
If you notice that your headlights are flickering at night, that's something to pay attention to. While there could be many different things that could cause that problem, one possibility is your vehicle's alternator. The alternator takes mechanical energy from the engine and turns it into electr... More
THE IMPORTANCE OF VISIBILITY (Cleaning Vehicle Glass)
April 30, 2023
We've all been through it. The vehicle ahead of us kicks up mud, slush, snow or salt on our windshield and we can't see a thing. And not being able to see a thing when we're driving? Not a good thing. Debris on a vehicle's glass can be blinding when driving directly into the sun. And other thi... More
When "Oh, no!" Turns Into, "All right!"
April 23, 2023
Things we don't expect happen to our vehicles. And let's face, no one really wants to spend money on an unexpected repair. But if you are putting off going to your vehicle repair facility because you're dreading bad news, you might just be putting off some good news. There was one minivan driver ... More
Picking the Right Tires in Novi
April 16, 2023
Shopping for tires in Novi can be bewildering because there are many choices. Let's simplify. There are four main classifications of tires, each designed for different purposes.First off, there are summer tires. Those who buy summer tires in Novi are looking for maximum summertime performance. T... More
STRAIGHT TALK ABOUT STEERING (Loose Steering)
April 9, 2023
Perhaps you've heard someone use the term "loose steering." And it's pretty much what it sounds like. You turn the steering wheel and the vehicle's wheels don't seem to go exactly where you thought you were pointing them. You have to constantly make steering adjustments. Loose steering is slop... More
Differential Service at Sovel's Auto Service: Viva la Difference
April 2, 2023
Every vehicle on Michigan roads has a differential, and it is important to the proper operation of the vehicle. But most Novi residents don't have a clue what it is.The differential compensates for differing wheel speeds. For example, when you turn, the inside tire on the turn travels a much sh... More
Your Vehicle's Hissy Fit (AC System)
March 26, 2023
When you hear hissing sounds coming from your vehicle, you might start thinking the worst. One type of hissing coming from around your air conditioner may be a normal sound, or it could be a sign of serious trouble. First - the normal sound. When you turn off your vehicle, the refrigerant goes... More
Maintaining Your Older Car in Novi, Michigan
March 19, 2023
The government mandates a lot of equipment on cars in Novi, Michigan: emission devices and control computers, safety equipment like airbags and crash worthiness requirements. All of this is great for the Novi motoring public, but it does add quite a bit to the price of a new vehicle.Because new v... More
It Is Time to Check Your Intervals
March 12, 2023
Part of the engineering that goes into designing a vehicle is testing the components to ensure that they meet durability and safety standards. Because of this, manufacturers have a good idea as to how long the parts in your vehicle will last under normal driving conditions. For this reason, they... More