Braking News: Keep Your Stopping Power
April 13, 2020
Richard Petty once told AutoNetTV, You've gotta have good brakes. If you've got good brakes you can keep yourself out of a lotta trouble.That's why a regular brake inspection is on every Novi driver's maintenance schedule. An inspection by your service advisor at Sovel's Auto Service will check ... More
Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at Sovel's Auto Service
March 20, 2020
When it comes to preventive maintenance and vehicle care, most Novi drivers know how important it is to check their brakes. But brakes are more than just brake pads and shoes. There are a lot of components in the brake system, and they all need to be in good working order.The pads and shoes are ... More
Odometer Rollback on Your Novi, Michigan Vehicle
March 15, 2020
How do Novi drivers know if an odometer is telling the truth?Well, back in '86, Congress passed the Truth-in-Mileage Act to protect Michigan consumers against mileage fraud. It says a Michigan seller must certify the mileage reported is the actual mileage.To have your odometer checked in Novi, ... More
Stop It! You Need Good Brakes
February 22, 2020
Good brakes are obviously very important. If you've ever had your brakes go out while you're driving around the Novi area, you'll know how terrifying it can be. Today we'll focus on how to tell when you have a brake problem and how to make good repair choices. Often, the first indication that s... More
Hitting the Brakes in Novi
February 16, 2020
Safety should always be an element of your vehicle care. So even if you don't care about how your vehicle looks, you should practice preventive maintenance to protect yourself and other Novi drivers on the road. And good safety starts with good brakes.Brakes need a regular inspection. There ar... More
Automotive Tips from Sovel's Auto Service: Brake Noise
April 7, 2019
Your brake pads are the important parts that rub against the rotor (or disc) to slow and stop your car when driving in Novi. They eventually wear down.When your pads are worn too much, they wont stop your vehicle as well. When the friction material is worn away, metal parts of the pad are exposed... More
Automotive Tips from Sovel's Auto Service: Rotor Problems
August 26, 2018
The brake rotor, or disc, is attached to your wheel. The brake pads rub on the rotor to slow your car when you are driving in Novi.Rotors can warp, crack or become misaligned. They can also be damaged by worn out brake pads that scratch grooves into the surface. These conditions result in less co... More
Brake Service at Sovel's Auto Service in Novi
April 30, 2018
Brakes really aren't optional equipment for Novi drivers' vehicles. And taking care of them isn't optional either.A regular brake inspection is on every Michigan driver's vehicle maintenance schedule. At Sovel's Auto Service, our team will check your brake system and let you know if there are an... More
Used Cars: Sovel's Auto Service Advice on What to Do After You Buy
July 23, 2017
Used vehicles are certainly an economical choice for budget-conscious Novi drivers. But how can we know we're getting a good used vehicle and not just inheriting someone else's problems?There are good used vehicles for sale in the Novi area. Vehicles are sold when families upsize, when families d... More
Sovel's Auto Service Brake Service for Safe Stopping in Novi
September 20, 2016
Let's talk about something critical for all Novi drivers: your brakes. Your vehicle is heavy, and it takes a lot of muscle to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop so everything needs to be in good working order. Here's an explanation on how your disc brakes work: The wheel hub keeps your ... More