A Chinese programmer shocked many people after revealing that, despite owning a four-story house in his hometown, he has been living in his car for four years.
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His unusual lifestyle choice is not designed to save money, but simply because he enjoys living that way.
Zhang Yunlai, 41, who is originally from Yangjiang in Guangdong province, southern China, moved to Shenzhen, which is also in the south of the country, for work six years ago.
Initially, he led a routine life, commuting between his flat and office, paying about 2,500 yuan (US$340) a month in rent.
However, a camping experience in a park inspired him to adopt a new way of living.
Zhang bought an electric vehicle four years ago and discovered that the back seat could accommodate a mattress, making it comfortable to sleep in.