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
Ask Sovel's Auto Service About the Importance of Service Intervals
January 23, 2018
Today in our Sovel's Auto Service blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life with recommended intervals: What about six-month dental cleanings and regular physical exams? Then there's laundry, mowing the lawn, paying y... More
Cruisin' on Down Main Street
January 14, 2018
When automakers first came out with cruise control, it was a real luxury item. The older cruise controls used a mechanical vacuum system but it worked. Well, some of the time. Now days, cruise control is all electronic, thanks to computers. It's reliable and a real convenience on long trips. ... More
Maintenance on My Mind
January 7, 2018
Ask any Novi man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be no. Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road today are in need of some kind of repair or maintenance. Now, ask that same person why he hasn't taken his car in fo... More
What to Do in Case of an Accident in Novi
January 3, 2018
Screeching tires, crunching metal it's an accident! If you've ever been in a car accident in Novi, even a minor one, you know how upsetting it can be. It's hard to think straight and know what to do.Let's review what Novi drivers should do in case of an accident:When an accident occurs, you sho... More
Go Straight: Wheel Alignment for Novi Automobiles
December 18, 2017
Novi drivers may have an alignment problem if their car drifts or pulls to one side, the steering wheel's off center, they notice uneven tire wear or the car doesn't feel like it handles right as they drive down Novi, Michigan, streets and roads.When all of a vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly... More