DRIVEN BY ADVENTURE
A Revero GT is one of the Karma Automotive vehicles that may now be rented for a week or a monthly subscription .
Whether seeking to rent a car for a one-week trip or try out the Revero or GS-6 electric vehicles through a monthly subscription , the new Engage by Karma program is likely to pique the interest of local car enthusiasts . Irvine-based Karma Automotive will offer the new pilot program , which launched in September , for at least a year at its Newport Beach dealership . New and used vehicles may be rented from Karma , an ultraluxury automaker that engineers , designs and manufactures both electric and range extended electric vehicles . The brand will be celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2024 . “ For Southern California drivers not interest [ ed ] … in long-term leases or purchasing a vehicle , but with a passion for hitting the road , Engage by Karma provides a rare opportunity to experience our award-winning lineup ,” Karma Automotive President Marques McCammon said in a press release . Rentals begin at $ 699 per week or $ 1,799 for a monthly subscription , depending on which vehicle is selected . Benefits include insurance , concierge service , and complimentary delivery and pick-up for subscribers within 20 miles of Karma Newport Beach , at 4040 Campus Drive , near John Wayne Airport . “ Karmas are designed for people who want to drive something they love ,” McCammon said in the release . “ It ’ s a ticket to explore , and Engage by Karma makes that exploration easier than ever .” ( 844-527-6262 ; karmanb . com ) — S . S .
TOP : ANDY CHEN ; BOTTOM : BRADFORD KADOW
A dancer performing during the Maui Strong Fund benefit at The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar
MAUI STRONG
In a gesture of kindness from one beach community to another , an event organized by The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar garnered $ 70,000 for the Maui Strong Fund to help with relief efforts on the Hawaiian island after the wildfire there in August . For the Sept . 17 fundraiser , guests were invited to attend either a daytime Maui Strong Tasting Event or an evening Taste of Hawaii Dinner . “ Many of us have a personal connection to Maui , and that is what made it so special ,” JC Clow , founding partner of The Winery , said in a press release . “ I am blown away by the show of support from our loyal friends and many sponsors .” Guests enjoyed the flavors of Maui , including cocktails made with Hawaiian spirits . The Winery Executive Chef Yvon Goetz and his team prepared island-inspired bites , a traditional dance was performed by Lokelani ’ s Rhythm of the Islands and a live auction led by radio / TV personality Roger Lodge . The Maui Strong Fund , organized by the Hawaii Community Foundation , is committed to distributing all donations to local aid groups that are responding to community needs . In addition to support for this fund , The Winery made a donation to help Kayci Thompson rebuild ; the Lahaina resident flew in to share her story at the event after losing everything in the Maui fire . ( 949-999- 6622 ; thewinerynewport . com ) — S . S .
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