A GMC Sierra EV owner, Mike Roland, discovered that his vehicle was consuming 2 kilowatts of power throughout the night, wasting $1.75, despite reaching the set 80% charge limit.
Something is fascinating about discovering your truck has been secretly feeding itself in the darkness while you sleep, consuming electricity with the persistence of a digital vampire that refuses to acknowledge dawn.
The issue was resolved after resetting the Emporia Charger, revealing that the battery had charged to 88% despite the 80% limit.
This experience highlights the complex electrical aspects of electric vehicle ownership, where the vehicle maintains a constant connection to the electrical grid, even when seemingly idle.
Author's summary: Electric vehicles can consume power unexpectedly, even when charged.