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 discovered that his vehicle was consuming 2 kilowatts of power throughout the night, even after reaching the set 80% charge limit.

This resulted in a waste of $1.75 until the Emporia charger was reset.

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 owner's investigation revealed that the battery had charged to 88% despite the 80% limit, shedding light on the complex electrical mystery.

This experience highlights one of the intriguing aspects of electric vehicle ownership: the constant dialogue between the vehicle and the electrical grid, even when the vehicle is not in use.

Author's summary: Electric vehicles can consume power unexpectedly.

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Torque News Torque News — 2025-10-17

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