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
The Small Block Turns 70: A Look Back At The Heart Of Chevrolet
Chevy’s small-block V8 has been a constant in American trucks for seven decades, powering generations of drivers from job sites to backcountry roads. Since its...
GM Q3 2024 Vehicle Sales by Brand: Silverado Sales Slip While EVs and Colorado Surge
General Motors is reporting a mixed bag of results for the third quarter of 2024, with some segments performing well and others showing notable declines....
2025 Chevrolet Silverado: Fresh Updates, Same Proven Formula
Chevrolet is bringing some notable updates to the 2025 Silverado, but don’t worry—they aren’t messing with a good thing. The Silverado has long been a...
Chevy Equinox EV Now Comes With A Side Of Chocho & Blue Spirulina Juice
Chevrolet has teamed up with organic food retailer Erewhon to launch something you probably wouldn’t expect—a wellness drink. That’s right, Equinox EV Electric Juice is...
GM Issues Major Recall for Brake Warning Light Failure Affecting Nearly 450,000 Vehicles
General Motors (GM) has announced a recall affecting nearly 450,000 of its most popular vehicles from the 2023 and 2024 model years, including various models...
Finally! NACS Adapters Now Unlock Tesla Superchargers for GM EVs – Yes, For Real This Time
In a move that’s been eagerly anticipated by the EV community, General Motors has officially started offering NACS (North American Charging Standard) adapters for their...
GM Joyride #3: 2024 Chevy Traverse Review & Contemporaneous Truck Stumper Resolutions
We’re back with Episode Three of our video podcast series, GM Joyride! Join my brother and me, the Merva Brothers, as we dive into everything...
Cadillac Unveils the 2025 Escalade: A New Benchmark for Luxury SUVs
Cadillac has just pulled the covers off the 2025 Escalade… and, by doing so, is ready to make waves in the luxury SUV market. With...
Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Have A Commonly Miswired Part – Fixing Will Unlock A Feature You Didn’t Know About
Did you know that your Suburban, Tahoe, or Yukon might be hiding a feature you never knew existed? General Motors (GM) has uncovered a surprising...
Premature Electrification: Official GM NACS Adapter Isn’t On Sale After All
General Motors EV Owners recently cheered when the “Official” NACS adapter appeared in the company’s parts system. There was only one problem- apparently, it was...