Fuel Saving Tip: Alignment for Your Novi Vehicle

April 3, 2018

Imagine you've left Novi and you're up in the arctic on a dog sled.Your dog team is pulling straight and true. You can cover a lot of ground quickly. Now imagine what would happen if one or two of the dogs wanted to go their own way and were pulling off to the side.That would slow you down. You w... More

Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Sovel's Auto Service

March 25, 2018

Hello Novi! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in Michigan vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States government to regu... More

Sovel's Auto Service Advice on What to Pour into Your Vehicle

March 18, 2018

Changes in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Novi residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids can actual... More

Technician Training at Sovel's Auto Service

March 11, 2018

Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Sovel's Auto Service in Novi. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive professionals.I... More

Automotive Tips from Sovel's Auto Service: Where Should New Tires Be Placed

March 6, 2018

When Novi drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with significant wear, which could affect your traction control, stability control and anti-lock brake systems.If y... More

Does Your Car Have A Recall Item?

February 27, 2018

No matter how well they're made, vehicles are bound to have problems with their design or manufacturing. Think of all the moving parts. When the government thinks a problem is really serious, they require the vehicle manufacturer to issue recall notices to Novi residents and to fix the affected ... More

PCV Valve: What Is It?

February 19, 2018

Most Novi drivers know something about preventive maintenance on a vehicle. We know we should routinely replace the oil and wiper blades and other fluids. But have you heard of a PCV valve ? This little car part needs to be replaced regularly or it can cause some serious problems in your vehicle ... More

The Easy Way to Save Cash in Novi

February 14, 2018

The hottest Michigan news story may be different every day, but there's one topic that seems to come up over and over again the price of gas in Novi. If you feel like most of your paycheck goes into your gas tank, this post is for you. Here are several basic things people in Novi can do to grea... More

Automotive Tips from Sovel's Auto Service: Wiper Blade Options

February 4, 2018

Wiper blades are critically important to Novi drivers for good driving visibility and safety. When its time to replace your wiper blades, there are a number of different wiper blade designs and grades. Novi drivers should always use at least the design or grade that came with their vehicle. If yo... More

Sovel's Auto Service Advice: Don't Overlook These 10 Automotive Services

January 28, 2018

Organization is the key to managing a busy life in Michigan. So setting up an annual calendar for vehicle care can keep Novi residents on top of preventive maintenance. But you can't just write oil change every few months on the calendar. Modern vehicles have many systems that are vital to the sa... More