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
AMSOIL: What you need to know about the New Spring 2026 Surcharge
AMSOIL: What you need to know about the New Spring 2026 Surcharge
If you rely on AMSOIL synthetic lubricants for your vehicles and usually buy from a local dealer or a friend who is a representative, you...
The Surprising Reason Your 2022-2026 GM Truck is Flashing Brake Warnings
The Surprising Reason Your 2022-2026 GM Truck is Flashing Brake Warnings
Seeing a “Service Brake System” message on your dashboard is enough to make any driver panic. However, General Motors has recently released information showing that...
GM is Auctioning an Active Duty Tactical Truck at Barrett-Jackson
GM is Auctioning an Active Duty Tactical Truck at Barrett-Jackson
Civilian buyers rarely get the chance to purchase actual military hardware straight from the manufacturer. That changes at the upcoming Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach auction. Lot...
Don’t Leave $1,250 on the Table: Costco’s Chevy Deal Ends This Month
Don’t Leave $1,250 on the Table: Costco’s Chevy Deal Ends This Month
We are officially into April, which means the clock is ticking on one of the easiest ways to keep cash in your pocket when buying...
GM Would Like Everyone to Stop Panicking About Ticking V8 Engines
GM Would Like Everyone to Stop Panicking About Ticking V8 Engines
General Motors has a message for modern truck and SUV owners: that ticking sound coming from your V8 engine is completely normal, so stop asking...
The $114,655 Chevy: I Maxed-Out A 2026 Suburban
The $114,655 Chevy: I Maxed-Out A 2026 Suburban
If you think $100,000 is strictly Cadillac Escalade territory, it is time to recalibrate your expectations. Chevrolet has quietly pushed the boundaries of what a...
The Great GM Truck Oil Debate: Should You Actually Trust Your Oil Life Monitor?
The Great GM Truck Oil Debate: Should You Actually Trust Your Oil Life Monitor?
If you want to start a fiery debate in a room full of modern Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra owners, you do not need to...
American Made: 27 Million Trucks Built at Fort Wayne and Flint
American Made: 27 Million Trucks Built at Fort Wayne and Flint
March 2026 is officially a month for the history books at General Motors, Chevrolet & GMC. Recently, two of the most important manufacturing plants in...
2027 Corvette Grand Sport Debuts With a Massive 6.7L V8
2027 Corvette Grand Sport Debuts With a Massive 6.7L V8
The wait is over. This morning, General Motors officially pulled the cover off the 2027 Corvette Grand Sport and the track-focused Grand Sport X. But...
GM’s Newest Radio Update Glitch Looks Terrifying, But the Fix is Hilariously Simple
GM’s Newest Radio Update Glitch Looks Terrifying, But the Fix is Hilariously Simple
Right now, today… this article is mostly a heads-up for the GM dealership technicians working in the bays. Fast forward ten years, and someone is...
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