6 Years of Car Living - Her Honda Element as a Tiny Home

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Meet Rosa, a resilient and resourceful individual who has embraced the art of living minimally and adventurously in her Honda Element for the past six years. In this enlightening video, Rosa shares her journey from working multiple jobs to making a bold decision to live on the road. She reveals her thought process behind choosing the Honda Element, a car praised for its suitability for compact living, and walks you through the practicalities and challenges of car life.

From her functional cooking setup featuring a Coleman two-burner stove to her unique bed that doubles as a couch, Rosa's ingenuity in maximizing a small space is remarkable. She delves into the clever storage solutions she's employed, including a pantry area she plans to improve, and illustrates how every inch of space in her car has been thoughtfully utilized.

Despite the confines of her car, Rosa highlights the importance of getting outside and exploring, an ethos central to her lifestyle choice. She also shares practical tips for living comfortably in a small space, like her window shades for privacy and her innovative rear hatch release for safety and convenience.

Rosa's story is not just about living in a car; it's about the freedom and self-discovery that come with this lifestyle. She discusses her work journey, from seasonal jobs in national parks to gig work and eventually starting a YouTube channel. Her approach to power needs is refreshingly simple, relying on public spaces for her electricity requirements.

Finally, Rosa offers sage advice to those considering a similar lifestyle. She emphasizes the feasibility of starting with any vehicle and gradually working your way up, if desired. This video isn't just a tour of a tiny home on wheels; it's an invitation to reconsider what you need to live a fulfilling life.

For more insights into Rosa's life on the road and tips on tiny car living, visit her YouTube channel, Life in My Element. Join her as she continues to explore the possibilities and joys of living minimally.

Shot & Edited by: @wildsage

One of my simple luxuries is having a soda stream. Initially, I used to carry a large seven-gallon water jug, but it proved to be too heavy for me. My car build wasn't expensive, probably costing less than $200.

As for my showering routine, I have a Planet Fitness membership, which is where I typically shower, although I sometimes opt for other facilities or even natural bodies of water. My car, a Honda Element, has served as my home for the past six years.

It's equipped with a Coleman two-burner stove for cooking, and my pantry and storage are cleverly organized within the vehicle. The tailgate area doubles as my cooking and lounging space, making the most of the compact living quarters.

I've kept my living setup simple, with zip ties holding everything in place, allowing for easy removal to revert the car to its original state if needed. Despite the small space, I find the car-living lifestyle liberating, encouraging me to spend more time outdoors.

My window shades provide privacy and stealth when needed, while a rear hatch release mod adds convenience and safety. I rely on public facilities for bathing and restroom needs, maintaining a minimalist approach to power with no elaborate electrical setup.

Financially, I've sustained this lifestyle through various means, including seasonal work at national parks and gig economy jobs like DoorDash and Instacart. While my car remains mostly stock, I've made a few practical modifications, such as a catalytic converter shield, prioritizing stealth and fuel efficiency.

For those considering a similar lifestyle, I encourage starting with what you have rather than investing heavily upfront, as it's essential to determine if this lifestyle suits you before committing to a larger setup. Thanks for joining me on this tour of my home, and if you're interested in learning more about tiny car living, feel free to check out my channel, Life in My Element. Perhaps our paths will cross the road someday.

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