Uncovering the Mystery of Nocturnal Energy Consumption
A GMC Sierra EV owner discovered his truck was pulling 2 kilowatts of power all night after reaching 80% charge, wasting $1.75 until he reset his Emporia Charger.
Mike Roland's experience reveals a fascinating aspect of electric vehicle ownership: the constant dialogue with the electrical grid, even when the vehicle is not in use.
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 found that his battery had charged to 88% despite the 80% limit, leading to a complex electrical mystery.
- The vehicle was consuming electricity throughout the night.
- The Emporia Charger was not properly set, causing excess energy consumption.
- Resetting the charger resolved the issue, stopping the waste of $1.75.
Author's summary: Electric vehicles can consume power at night, even when fully charged.
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