Ride the Lightning: Tesla and EV Podcast Episode 561: Meet the Model X Owner Driving From the Arctic Circle to the Southernmost Tip of South America
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May 3, 2026 A Model X owner describes driving from the Arctic Circle down to the southern tip of South America. He explains hood-mounted solar panels, Starlink connectivity, and how solar powers a slide-out kitchen and induction cooking. Modifications, overland living routines, navigation limits in remote regions, and financing the trip via YouTube and Patreon are also explored.
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Solar Hood Kept The Trip Going
- Solar panels on a car can meaningfully extend off-grid capability by powering accessories like Starlink and a fridge, not by replacing high-voltage charging.
- Sandro installed a custom 300W Mita Solar hood array that trickle-charged his Model X enough to buy time and keep systems running during remote stops.
Simple Mods Turned The X Into A Tiny Home
- Sandro converted his Model X into a livable camper with minimal heavy mods to preserve utility and range.
- He added 19" wheels with 255/55 Falcon all-terrain tires, a slide-out electric kitchen, 10 gallons of water, and an induction cooktop enabled by solar.
Use The Overlanding Community To Learn Skills
- Learn skills by networking with other overlanders and builders rather than attempting every modification alone.
- Sandro credits friends like Jimmy for kitchen design and hands-on help during multi-week builds on the road.