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
What a Reddit Thread Reveals About the Fascinating Psychology of GMC versus Chevrolet
Why do buyers choose a GMC over a Chevrolet? Although the Silverado outsells its Sierra brother by a large margin, those who buy each brand...
No Sound in Your Silverado or Sierra? How to Test for the Chevy/GMC Audio Bug
Is the audio going silent in your Chevrolet or GMC? We see the posts across our forums: the music drops out, the navigation goes quiet,...
Chevy Just Gave the 2027 Blazer EV the One Upgrade We Have All Been Waiting For
General Motors is refining its electric vehicle lineup for the upcoming model year. While the 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV is not getting a huge overhaul,...
AEV’s Warranty-Backed Conversions Turn Your Colorado ZR2 / Canyon AT4X Into a 35-Inch Tire Off-Road Beast
For midsize truck owners who wanted the massive 35-inch tire capability of the Bison or AEV Edition but didn’t check that box at the dealership,...
2025-2026 Chevy, GMC & Cadillac Models Hit With Super Cruise Subscription Glitch
There is nothing more frustrating than merging onto the highway in your brand new vehicle, only to find out your premium hands-free driving tech is...
IU Coach Curt Cignetti to Drive Corvette ZR1X Pace Car at 110th Indy 500
The “Greatest Spectacle in Racing” is getting an undeniably American hypercar to lead the pack this year. Chevrolet has officially announced that the 2026 Corvette...
GM Investing $830 Million To Build Next-Generation Truck Engines & Transmissions
For enthusiasts who love the rumble of a small block V8 and the proven capability of American-built GM trucks, General Motors just delivered a nearly...
Cadillac To Optiq Owners: That Emblem Is Not A Button, Stop Pushing It
If you own a new Cadillac Optiq and find yourself fighting to open the charge port door, you aren’t alone. It turns out GM has...
2027 GMC Acadia Updates: Standard Denali Super Cruise, Interior Camera & AT4 Reserve
The 2027 GMC Acadia order guide is officially out, bringing a wave of significant technology and trim updates to the popular three-row SUV. While the...
2027 Chevy Traverse Order Guide: New Interior Camera, Wheels, and Paint Colors
The order banks for the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse are set to open on June 18th, and while the rumor mill has been buzzing about a...