What Is That? Check Engine Light Service at Sovel's Auto Service
July 12, 2020
Okay. You went to your local Novi car wash, and while your vehicle was under the dryer, the Check Engine light started flashing. Panic! What did you just do? Something is seriously wrong with the vehicle! You head for the nearest Novi service center, but on the way, the Check Engine light stops ... More
No Yolk! Rotten Egg Smell (Sulfur Smell Causes)
July 5, 2020
The pungent smell of rotten eggs can send people running for the hills. So when that odor is inside your vehicle, yikes! Yolks! The good news is that a trained service technician can search the source of that smell and stanch the stench that comes from another words that begins with S. Sulfur... More
Not a Good Vibe (Driveshaft Failure)
June 28, 2020
When you feel your vehicle vibrating as you're driving down the road, one cause could be something you may not have ever seen: your driveshaft. It is underneath the vehicle and most drivers don't climb under there to take a look very often. The driveshaft is a cylindrical part that helps conduc... More
Beware of Cheap Tires in Novi
June 21, 2020
Do you like to shop for shoes in Novi?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoes or two pairs of lower quality shoes at the same price?Is the warranty important when buying tires?... More
Why Is My Check Engine Light On?
June 14, 2020
The Check Engine Light strikes fear into the hearts of some Novi drivers, and is totally ignored by just as many. Just what it means is a mystery to most people. Let's get the urgency issues out of the way first. If your Check Engine light is flashing, that means that something is wrong that cou... More
PCV Valve Service at Sovel's Auto Service in Novi
June 7, 2020
Today, we are talking about your PCV valve. Unburnt fuel is forced into the crankcase as your engine runs. The PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve vents this unburnt fuel and oil vapors from the crankcase and sends it back into the air intake system to be burned in the engine. A clogged... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Slow Down Around Novi
May 31, 2020
There's not much we can do about the price of gas in Novi, Michigan, but we do quite a bit about how much we use as we're driving on our Novi streets.Our driving habits can dramatically affect our fuel economy.The first thing we can do is watch the 'go-pedal.' Hard acceleration just sucks the gas... More
Make your Service Visit at Sovel's Auto Service a Good One
May 24, 2020
Most people don't love going to get their vehicle serviced, but it's one of those things you just have to do. So you might as well get the most of out of it. There are some steps you can take that will likely help you get the best results possible. For one thing, it's important to describe your p... More
Relax When the Wind Blows in Michigan: Winter Car Prep for Novi Drivers
May 17, 2020
When autumn comes around in Novi, leaves fall, nights get longer and there's a definite nip in the air. Time to unpack the boots and gloves and fold some extra blankets onto the beds. It's also time for Novi drivers to winterize their vehicles.Here is some expert auto advice for Novi drivers on w... More
Follow the Bouncing Vehicle (Bad Struts and Shocks)
May 10, 2020
If you hit a bump in the road and your vehicle just keeps bouncing up and down for a lot longer time than it used to, you may have bad struts and shocks. They're the things that help to keep your vehicle's wheels and tires planted to the road surface. But they don't last forever. With care and ... More