India, April 29 -- A Chinese programmer has left many people stunned after revealing that, despite owning a four-storey house in his hometown, he has been living in his car for the past four years. As reported by South China Morning Post, Zhang Yunlai, 41, from Yangjiang in Guangdong province, has embraced an unconventional lifestyle that defies expectations, not for financial reasons, but because he enjoys the freedom it offers.

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As per the outlet, Zhang moved to Shenzhen six years ago for work, initially leading a typical life in a rented flat. He spent around 2,500 yuan (US$340) a month on rent and commuted between his home and off...