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

Sovel's Auto Service Alternator Replacement Service in Novi

February 27, 2022

Your vehicle alternator doesn't get enough credit. Though your battery gets your engine started, after that it's all about the alternator. Driving around Novi is a lot of work for your alternator, and as upgrades such as heated steering wheels, cooled seats, stability control and lane departu... More

The Power Behind your Engine (Alternator Diagnosis and Repair)

January 2, 2022

There's nothing like that sinking feeling when you turn the key and nothing happens in your vehicle. A lot of us are quick to blame the battery. But it may instead be your alternator that's failing. Your battery supplies power to start your vehicle, but the alternator is what sends power when y... More

Sovel's Auto Service Automotive Tips: Alternator

August 9, 2020

Your alternator makes electricity to start and run your engine and all of the vital electrical systems in your vehicle. Thats everything from the on-board computers to the turn signals. And of course there is the entertainment system, seat heaters, power windows and everything you plug into the p... More

Battery Basics For Novi

March 31, 2015

It's important for Novi car owners to know battery basics. First, lets talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Michigan weather. Most Novi car owners think its cold weather because thats when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold SUV engine. However, heat d... More