I Discovered My GMC Sierra EV Was Pulling 2 Kilowatts Of Power All Night After Reaching 80% Charge, Wasting $1.75 Until I Reset My Emporia Charger

Uncovering the Mystery of the GMC Sierra EV's Nocturnal Energy Consumption

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.

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