Do I Need Brake Service? (Brake Service)
December 15, 2024
Think of how many times you put your foot on your vehicles brake pedal every day. And think of how much you rely on your brakes to slow down and stop your momentum. When it comes to safety systems, your brakes are at the top of the list, and thats why its so important to keep them in top condit... More
Reaching the Braking Point (Brake hose replacement)
March 17, 2024
If you notice your brakes arent working like they used to, thats the kind of thing thats important to have checked out soon. Thats because your brakes are extraordinarily important to the safe operation of your vehicle. Sometimes you feel like your brake pedal is feeling a little soft or its lo... More
Stopping "Brake" Downs (Brake Pad Replacement)
November 12, 2023
If someone tells you to put the brakes on something, you know it means stop. And stopping is one of the most important safety maneuvers you can do in any vehicle. That means your brakes have to work properly. Let's face it. You stop dozens of times every time you drive. And over time, that t... More
Oh, Stop! (Disc Brake Service)
December 4, 2022
Every time you drive your vehicle, you wear down your brakes just a little bit. And after a while, that adds up. Gradually, your stopping power isn't like it used to be. Since brakes are one of your vehicle's most important safety features, it just makes sense to keep them performing well. Mos... More
Recommended Service Intervals at Sovel's Auto Service
March 28, 2021
Most people in the Novi area are aware that automotive manufacturers have recommended service intervals. Following recommended service intervals is very important. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety standards. Some o... More
Is Your Novi Driving Severe?
March 22, 2020
People near Novi, Michigan, often ask Sovel's Auto Service how often they should have a particular service done. It's a great thing to ask. You can look at your owner's manual or have your Novi, Michigan, service advisor at Sovel's Auto Service look up your vehicle in a service database. What you... More
Give me a Brake (Light)!
November 24, 2019
If that little brake warning light pops up on your dash, do you know what it means? Well, if you said no, you wouldn't be alone. You know it has something to do with your brakes, but exactly what? You're not sure. One of the reasons is that it could mean a lot of different things. It could be som... More
For Brakes' Sake (Brake Rotor Service in Novi)
November 17, 2019
Think of how much abuse your brakes take. Day in and day out, they stop your vehicle when it's going fast and when it's going slow. Maybe your vehicle has been vibrating when you brake, or maybe it seems like your stopping distance is a little bit longer than it used to be. Then it's time to get ... More
Easy Miles ? Do Novi Driving Conditions Affect Service Intervals?
June 9, 2019
Have you ever noticed that your vehicle has a schedule in your owner's manual for what is called severe service maintenance? Let's define what severe driving conditions aren't: The easiest driving a vehicle experiences is traveling on the interstate for 20 miles (32 kilometers) or more at a cons... 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