# Expansive Solar Tiny Homes The 2021 Living Vehicle Has an Automotive-Grade Engine and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-09-09 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2021-living-vehicle References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/vehicles/misc/living-vehicle-2021/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+blessthisstuff%2FEGlC+%28Bless+This+Stuff%29) & [livingvehicle](https://www.livingvehicle.com/) The 2021 Living Vehicle has been unveiled by the Santa Barbara-based brand as its latest living solution for those who are looking for a way to enjoy all the required amenities in an efficient, [compact space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-chord). The home is powered by an automotive-grade energy system along with a series of dual 8kW inverters and a 16,000 watt output that is capable of supporting 9,000 watt-hours of energy storage with 1,320 watts of solar power. This enables the dwelling to have all the power it needs and also accommodate inhabitants with [electric vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basecamp-20xe) thanks to its ability to charge them up on site. The 2021 Living Vehicle packs all the comforts of a standard-sized home including a master bedroom, [full kitchen, modern appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lume-caravan) and much more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Expansive Solar Tiny Homes:** The trend of expansive solar tiny homes presents an opportunity for manufacturers to create innovative housing solutions that combine energy efficiency and compact design. - **Automotive-grade Energy Systems:** The trend of automotive-grade energy systems offers potential for disruptive innovation in the renewable energy industry, providing efficient power solutions for a variety of applications. - **On-site Electric Vehicle Charging:** The trend of on-site electric vehicle charging in compact living spaces opens up possibilities for companies in the electric vehicle industry to develop convenient charging solutions for homeowners with limited parking options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Housing Manufacturing:** The housing manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of expansive solar tiny homes by designing and producing customizable, energy-efficient homes for environmentally conscious consumers. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can seize the opportunity of automotive-grade energy systems to develop innovative power solutions for homes, businesses, and transportation. - **Electric Vehicle:** The electric vehicle industry can explore the trend of on-site electric vehicle charging to create user-friendly charging solutions tailored to the needs of compact living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Powerful All-Electric Solar Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-hd-trailer.md) - [Luxe Home-Like Travel Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-vehicle-hd24.md) - [Luxury Long-Term Travel Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-vehicle-2024-hdpro.md) - [Expanding Off-Grid Electric RVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-transformer-house.md) - [Off-Grid Mobile Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offgrid-mobile-home.md) - [Solar Powered Compact Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e55000.md) - [Sustainable Solar-Powered Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-wanda.md) - [Compact Luxe Electric Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hd24.md) - [All-Electric Luxury Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-luxury-trailer.md)