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Founder Killed in Irvine McLaren Crash
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Key Points:
- James Wehr, co-founder of South Orange County Cars and Coffee, died in a high-speed crash on September 13 when the 2019 McLaren he was in struck a curb and tree, causing the vehicle to split and catch fire.
- The crash also claimed the life of 22-year-old Alexis “Lexi” Kramer, the second occupant of the McLaren; it remains unclear who was driving at the time.
- Wehr’s family confirmed his death on Instagram, asking for privacy and encouraging people to cherish their loved ones.
- Wehr was a prominent automotive influencer involved with companies like 1016 Industries and VF Engineering, and owned several high-performance cars including a McLaren 720S and a VF-tuned Audi R8.
- The Irvine Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation team continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
