Author: Zane Merva

Zane Merva is the Executive Editor of GM-Trucks.com and the President of the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA). A veteran automotive journalist with over 26 years of experience, Zane is a designated 'Car Talk' Expert and has been a contributor to The Boston Globe. He possesses a unique evaluative perspective, having road-tested more than 2,000 vehicles across every major manufacturer. While he is a recognized authority on General Motors truck platforms—including the Silverado, Sierra, and Colorado—his expertise is grounded in decades of deep competitive analysis that few in the industry can match. His commentary has been featured by major OEMs and media outlets, including Hyundai and PR Newswire
Adding a Factory Trailer Brake Controller to a Silverado or Sierra: The Official Answer
Adding a Factory Trailer Brake Controller to a Silverado or Sierra: The Official Answer
You finally found the perfect truck on the dealership lot, but you realize it is missing one crucial towing feature. If you are currently asking...
Why Your Chevy or GMC Lights Flash When You Walk Up (It’s Not an Electrical Bug)
Why Your Chevy or GMC Lights Flash When You Walk Up (It’s Not an Electrical Bug)
If you’ve ever walked up to your Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra and noticed the headlights or taillights quickly flashing at you, it can certainly...
The 255-Press Secret to Fixing Your Dead GM Key Fob
The 255-Press Secret to Fixing Your Dead GM Key Fob
You changed the battery, but your GM vehicle still won’t unlock. The passive entry works perfectly when you pull the handle, and the engine starts...
The Tiny Sensor Causing Big Problems on 2021-2025 GM Full-Size SUVs
The Tiny Sensor Causing Big Problems on 2021-2025 GM Full-Size SUVs
It’s a classic automotive mismatch: a stationary wire and a rapidly spinning drivetrain component. When the two meet, the spinning metal usually wins, and the...
GM Truck & SUV Engine Oil Capacity Specs: The Ultimate Master Guide
GM Truck & SUV Engine Oil Capacity Specs: The Ultimate Master Guide
There is nothing worse than standing in the oil aisle at the auto parts store, or worse, laying under your truck with the drain pan...
The 2027 Chevy Equinox is Losing its CVT, But is the 8-Speed Actually Better?
The 2027 Chevy Equinox is Losing its CVT, But is the 8-Speed Actually Better?
The completely redesigned fourth-generation Chevy Equinox is barely getting settled into driveways, but General Motors has already quietly published fleet order details detailing some major...
We Tested the Chevy Traverse Z71 in Peak Mud Season: Here is the Honest Truth
We Tested the Chevy Traverse Z71 in Peak Mud Season: Here is the Honest Truth
We just wrapped up a week testing the new Chevy Traverse Z71. Let me be clear right out of the gate: the last-generation Traverse was...
Is Your Fuel Gauge Lying? GM Recalls 2025-2026 Silverado & Sierra 3500HDs Over Stalling Risk
Is Your Fuel Gauge Lying? GM Recalls 2025-2026 Silverado & Sierra 3500HDs Over Stalling Risk
General Motors has officially issued a new safety recall (NHTSA Recall No. 26V129) affecting nearly 12,000 heavy-duty trucks. If you rely on a 2025 or...
Why Your Newer Silverado HD Headlights Are Randomly Quitting (And GM’s Fix)
Why Your Newer Silverado HD Headlights Are Randomly Quitting (And GM’s Fix)
Having your exterior lights randomly stop working is never a fun experience—especially when you’re relying on a heavy-duty rig after dark. If you own a...
Missing Camera Grid Lines? GM Details Fix for Silverado and Sierra Surround Vision Issues
Missing Camera Grid Lines? GM Details Fix for Silverado and Sierra Surround Vision Issues
GM’s Surround Vision Camera system is easily one of the most useful features on modern trucks. Whether you’re trying to perfectly align a trailer hitch...
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