A GMC Sierra EV owner discovered his vehicle was consuming 2 kilowatts of power throughout the night after reaching 80% charge, resulting in a waste of $1.75.
The owner, Mike Roland, found that his truck's battery had charged to 88% despite the set 80% limit, revealing a complex electrical issue.
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.