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 his vehicle was consuming 2 kilowatts of power throughout the night, despite reaching the set 80% charge limit.

The owner, Mike Roland, found that his truck's battery had charged to 88% and was wasting $1.75 in electricity until he reset his Emporia charger.

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 owner discovers mysterious nighttime energy consumption.

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Torque News Torque News — 2025-10-17

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