Restore Your Get-Up-and-Go (Fuel and Air Induction Cleaning)

June 9, 2024

You may have heard the old saying, "My get-up-and-go got up and went." If your vehicle's engine's fuel economy is noticeably worse, your engine is idling roughly or stalling or your vehicle's acceleration isn't what it used to be, ask your service advisor if you might need your vehicle's fuel and... More

Wasteful Thinking

June 18, 2023

With the weather getting colder, you might be tempted to start your vehicle up, let it idle for 15 or 20 minutes and then get in the nice, cozy cabin. Some vehicles offer remote starting that let you do that from the comfort of your home or apartment. But is letting your vehicle idle like that ... More

Breathe New Life into Your Engine (MAF sensor replacement)

June 19, 2022

If youve noticed your vehicle is hard to start, stalling, or has lost power, the culprit may be a part with an odd name: the MAF sensor. You may have never even heard of a MAF sensor, but its important that it be working correctly, or you may be experiencing some fairly significant engine issues... More

Fuel for Thought

December 24, 2018

If you're like most people and drive a gasoline-powered vehicle, you need to be up to speed on its fuel-related components. They're pretty basic: the fuel, the fuel filter and the fuel pump. The fuel's the easy part. You probably gas up your vehicle yourself and, if you're like most drivers, pr... More

Improve Fuel Economy with Proper Maintenance at Sovel's Auto Service in Novi

June 14, 2018

With Novi gas prices being what they are, many of us in Michigan are driving less and looking into purchasing smaller or more efficient vehicles. Novi area residents who have to drive a lot, have large families or need four-wheel drive are particularly hard hit by the cost of fuel in Michigan. Bu... More

Hey Novi Drivers: How Do You Save Gas?

July 2, 2017

Higher Novi fuel prices aren't going away any time soon. That's not good news for our wallets. A lot of Novi drivers are trying to find ways to cut down on fuel consumption and hang on to some of their hard-earned money.North Americans drive billions of miles less during months of high fuel price... More

Will Proper Auto Maintenance at Sovel's Auto Service Really Save Gas?

August 14, 2016

Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider that we're also prolonging the life of the carpet by keeping it clean. But Novi drivers don't always extend those goo... More

Good Service at Sovel's Auto Service Equals Good Fuel Economy in Novi

April 17, 2016

Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Novi drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in Michigan, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through preventive ... More

Save Fuel by Watching Your Weight

February 23, 2016

Most Novi drivers are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Michigan folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks.And we Novi drivers all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum fuel efficiency. But is there something more we ca... More

Save Fuel By Watching Your Weight

November 18, 2015

Most Novi car owners are all talking fuel efficiency right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Michigan folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks. And we Novi auto owners all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum MPG. But is there somethin... More