Living Vehicle

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Living Vehicle (LV) is a self-sustainable vehicle designed to support human habitation with very little to no resource needs from external sources. [1] [2]

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LVs are purpose-built to live in year-round, thus they are capable of supporting human habitation in all seasons, including sub-freezing temperatures. [3] [4] They are also able to create and manage resources for continued and indefinite off-grid use. [5] [6] [7]

Background

Designers Matthew and Joanna Hofmann set out to design a stylish off-grid vehicle in 2017. [8] [9] Inspired by years of traveling full-time in mobile spaces while running a custom mobile design firm in Santa Barbara, CA, the Hofmanns felt the need to create a new mobile space designed for a modern mobile lifestyle. [10] [11] LV is offered with very limited production per year. [12]

In 2022, Living Vehicle was the first to release Atmospheric Water Generation in a production vehicle. [13] Since its foundation in 2017, LV comes in different generations and models with diverse specifications. [14] [15] [16] [17]

Versions

The original LV was released in 2019, typically having large windows and skylights to create the outdoor living experience, as well as a large deck area. It was fitted with high-end home appliances. [8]

LV 2020 introduced solar powered air conditioning, using 12 solar panels. Its interior length increased slightly, to 28 feet. Twenty-five LV2020s were to be produced. [8] [ needs update ]

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