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 Nocturnal Energy Habits of the GMC Sierra EV

A GMC Sierra EV owner discovered his vehicle was consuming 2 kilowatts of power throughout the night, despite reaching the 80% charge limit, resulting in a waste of $1.75 until the Emporia charger was reset.

The owner's investigation revealed that the battery had charged to 88% despite the set limit, sparking a complex electrical mystery.

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.

Author's summary: Electric vehicle owners may face unexpected energy consumption issues.

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Torque News Torque News — 2025-10-17