Uncovering the Mystery of Nocturnal Energy Consumption
A GMC Sierra EV owner discovered his vehicle was consuming 2 kilowatts of power throughout the night after reaching 80% charge, resulting in a $1.75 waste of energy.
The owner, Mike Roland, found that despite setting an 80% charge limit, his battery had charged to 88%.
- The vehicle's continuous power draw was likened to a "digital vampire" that refused to disconnect from the electrical grid.
- This phenomenon highlights the complex relationship between electric vehicles and the power grid, where the vehicles maintain a constant connection even when supposedly "resting".
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 nocturnal energy waste.