Automotive Tips from Sovel's Auto Service: Battery Testing
December 31, 2023
The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Sovel's Auto Service when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Novi drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as long as possible. But a ... More
Wash Me, Wash Me Right (How to Wash a Vehicle)
December 24, 2023
Most would agree they'd rather drive around in a clean, shiny vehicle than one coated with a layer of dirt. When warmer weather comes around, some of us are bound and determined to wash our own vehicles. And to protect the paint and its luster, there are a few things to keep in mind when you ge... More
Beginning to See the Light (Check Engine Light Diagnostics)
December 17, 2023
It's a light many drivers fear they'll see turn on at the most inopportune time. It's the one on the dash that says "Check Engine," "Service Engine Soon," or it may be simply an engine-shaped light. Your first instinct may be to pull off to the side of the road and turn off the engine. The truth... More
Out with the Old (Vehicle Parts that Wear Out)
December 10, 2023
Some drivers don't pay any attention to their vehicles until something breaks. Others take them into their service repair facility for maintenance even before a problem develops. Still, even if you fit into the second group, there are some parts on a vehicle that will simply wear out over time.... More
A Cool and Smooth Transmission in Novi
December 3, 2023
When it comes to preventive maintenance on our vehicles, most of us Novi drivers remember to get our oil changed. But services that occur at longer intervals like transmission service sometimes get overlooked. Yet transmission service is part of car care. A poorly maintained transmission will ... More