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Las Vegas SEMA Show Spotlight on K&N Engineering

22 Oct 2007

The Las Vegas area is the No. 1 destination in the United States for trade shows and conventions. SEMA (Specialty Equipment Marketing Association) is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It will have two million square feet of exhibits from the brightest minds in the automotive, truck, SUV, marine and RV markets’ at the Las Vegas Convention Center from October 30 through November 2.

K&N SEMA Booth 2006

Tim Martin, K&N Vice President of Communications

For SEMA 2007, K&N Engineering will be located in the Central Hall at booth number 22941. K&N has sold more than 30 million high performance air filters since 1969. “Our visitors should leave our booth with the message that there is technology behind K&N products, and we believe in our products and stand behind them,” said Tim Martin, K&N Vice President of Communications. “K&N air filters and air intake kits increase horsepower by reducing air restriction, and we have some interesting new displays that demonstrate some of the science and technology.”

No. 6 K&N Filters Ford F-150

K&N SEMA Booth 2005

K&N supports our replacement air filters and intake systems with a million mile warranty, a consumer protection pledge, and an intake system horsepower guarantee. “We also support our business partners with strong marketing programs as we continue to work to serve our customers better,” said Martin. “SEMA is an opportunity for K&N to showcase our products and our company to the most influential people in the automotive aftermarket.”

The SEMA show attracts more than 100,000 industry leaders from over 100 countries. K&N has an extensive product line and our SEMA displays highlight the features and benefits of these product lines. Currently, K&N offers air filters for over 97 percent of the 2007 vehicles in North America.

“We invented a category of performance air filtration products that is now one of the most important aftermarket product categories,” said Martin. “Our future depends on constant product development, creative marketing and improving the support we provide to our retailers and distributors.”

In 2006, SEMA drew over 50,000 domestic and international buyers. Jay Leno, Ice-T and Dale Earnhardt Jr., were among the A-list of featured celebrities. K&N will have several racers signing autographs at our booth. The No.6 K&N Filters Ford F-150 NASCAR Craftsman Truck will be on display. Driver Travis Kvapil will be available for a meet and greet and to sign autographs. Kvapil is currently 3rd in NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series points.

K&N will also showcase a 2008 Toyota Tundra CrewMax with aftermarket modifications including a K&N air intake system that we released in September. We also plan to highlight K&N’s full line of motorcycle and ATV filtration products at our SEMA booth with a 2008 Suzuki GSX1400R Hayabusa and a Polaris Ranger RZR.

The SEMA show also provides attendees with educational seminars and networking opportunities. “SEMA is full of smart experienced people and innovative companies,” said Martin. “We learn a lot from our participation. It is also a great opportunity to educate and listen to our customers while learning from other industry professionals.” K&N Engineering has been a member and participant in the SEMA community for a very long time.

Also check out the K&N at SEMA 2008 video.

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

Operation Iraqi Freedom Marine is Street Legal Racer

22 Oct 2007

Kenny Seymour is a United States Marine who has done three tours of duty in Iraq. He has love for this country and street legal racing.

U.S. Marine uses K&N Engineering filters for street legas racing

U.S. Marine uses K&N Engineering filters for street legal racing

Sgt Kenny Seymour

The Staff Sergeant is based at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms, California where he keeps his two race vehicles. “I drive a 1987 Mustang GT and a 2004 Ford Lightning,” said Seymour. “Both vehicles have K&N Engineering air filters. K&N makes an excellent product, both durable and cost effective. My K&N Filters go forever.”

Seymour races in San Diego, California

Kenny Seymour's 2004 Ford Lightning.

Seymour has been racing for 4 years. “I work on my own vehicles,” he said. “I’ve blown my car up at the track, but my 331 cubic- inch Ford with a super charged motor can really haul. I can yank a motor and a transmission in two and a half hours.”

Seymour races at the Qualcomm Stadium RaceLegal.com drags in San Diego, California. The track has dual side-by-side 1/8 mile-timed lanes and burnouts are okay. On Friday night’s there are around 2,000 spectators per event.

“A lot of people I race run K&N filters,” said Seymour. “I race to see how fast my cars will go and because it’s fun.”

Follow the progress of Kenny Seymour throughout the racing season at the K&N news site. Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

Australian World Grand Prix Racer Gets Bronze at Veltins Arena in Germany

17 Oct 2007

The final round of the 2007 Speedway World Championship Grand Prix was billed as the richest minute in motorsports. The $100,000 purse in United States dollars went to the winner at the Veltins Arena in Gelsenkirschen, Germany in celebration of the 100th Speedway Grand Prix.

Jason Crump is determined to take back the championship in 2008, photo by Mike Patrick

Jason Crump is determined to take back championship in 2008, photo by Mike Patrick

Jason Crump uses K&N Engineering Products, photo by Mike Patrick

The world’s top 16 riders battled it out to the bitter end for the prize. “The racing was fast and furious throughout the evening,” said Jason Crump. “I went to Germany on a mission to ride better than I have all year.”

Jason Crump wins bronze medal at Germany, photo by Mike Patrick

Sweden’s Andreas Jonsson took first place and American Greg Hancock took second. Rounding out the podium finish was Australian Jason Crump in third place. Crump said he was disappointed, but managed to celebrate his solid performance as he accepted his bronze medal in the 2007 championship chase.

It was a difficult and hard year for the 2004 and 2006 World Speedway Champion. Early in the season mechanical problems and several injuries including a broken knee cap plagued Crump. “With all the issues in 2007 to finish as World number 3 is satisfying even though it is my worst result in seven years,” he said. “I need to take some time out away from racing so I can come back fully fit and determined to win back the world crown in 2008. You have not seen the end of me, there is some unfinished business to complete.”

Crump uses K&N Engineering products. “K&N Filters do the job they were designed to do,” he said. “I have solely used K&N products and never had a problem. K&N is the best for dirt track racing. They are unquestionably the greatest filter on the market. When you are racing for World Championships you need the best equipment available and K&N delivers just that.”

Crump will be staying in England for about five weeks preparing contracts for the 2008 season. He will fly to his home on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia for a summer break with his family.

Follow Jason Crump throughout the 2008 racing season at the K&N news site. Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

Team Cadillac to have Three CTS-V Race Cars at Laguna Seca

17 Oct 2007

The quest for the SCCA SPEED World Challenge championship will come down to 50 minutes of racing at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca on Sunday, October 21.

Ron Fellows in pursuit of SPEED GT Championship

Team Cadillac is in strong contention for the drivers and manufacturers' standing after nine races at tracks from Sebring and Long Beach to Salt Lake City and Toronto. Cadillac leads the manufacturers' standings and Cadillac drivers Lawson Ashenbach and Andy Pilgrim are second and third in the driver rankings. Ron Fellows could be the wild card driving Team Cadillac's third race-prepared CTS-V at Laguna Seca. Team Cadillac is equipped with K&N Engineering Oil Filters (HP-1007).

Team Cadillac to race in Toronto Street Race

Cadillac is in position to repeat its 2005 sweep of the SPEED GT manufacturers' and drivers' titles. If Cadillac wins the pole or finishes 6th or better it wraps the manufacturers' championship. With 40 points on the line at Laguna Seca, the drivers' championships could go any way.

"Our strategy of running a third car at selected events has worked well for us," said GM Road Racing Group Manager Steve Wesoloski. "We were able to come out of Road Atlanta with a 10-point lead. Anything can happen in racing, but we have a good cushion going into the last race."

Fellows will have a front-row seat when the championship race unfolds. This will be his fifth start of the season with Team Cadillac. Fellows posted runner-up finishes in Toronto and Atlanta.

"My role is first to provide Cadillac with a third opportunity to clinch the manufacturers' title and then to help Lawson and Andy," said Fellows. "The Laguna Seca track can be difficult because of the sand that gets blown onto the course. I'm optimistic that we'll race just fine."

The final round of the 10-race SPEED GT Series is scheduled to start at 2.55 p.m. PST on Sunday October 21. The race will be televised on SPEED TV on Sunday, October 28 at 1 p.m. PST.

Follow Team Cadillac throughout the racing season at the K&N news site. Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

K&N Engineering Releases a Replacement Air Filter for 2008 to 2014 Kawasaki KFX450R

17 Oct 2007

K&N Replacement Air Filter for Kawasaki KFX450R

Air Filter for 2008 and 2014 Kawasaki KFX450R

The 2008 to 2014 Kawasaki KFX450R is a sport quad ATV designed for performance racing and play riding. K&N Engineering has released an easy performance add-on with the new OE Replacement Air Filter, part# KA-4508, designed to increase power and torque. The KA-4508 fits specifically into the OE Airbox using the stock mounting bolt to hold it securely in place. No jetting or modifications will be necessary. To provide a perfect seal and keep the intake tube free and clear of debris, K&N has incorporated a rubber ‘lip seal' at the base of the filter.

K&N High-Flow ATV Air Filters are already very popular for all ATV enthusiasts, both for sport and utility. The new replacement air filter for the 2008 to 2014Kawasaki KFX450R offers amazing benefits. This filter is designed to achieve high, virtually unrestricted air flow while maintaining filtration levels critical to ensure long engine life. Since 1969, K&N Engineering has been designing, manufacturing, and enhancing High-Flow Performance Air Filters for the ATV enthusiast interested in maximizing horsepower and acceleration.

The K&N Replacement Filter, KA-4508, is washable and reusable for a lifetime of high-performance filtration and protection. In addition, K&N offers a complete line of Performance Gold Oil Filters for most motorcycles and automobiles. Use the KN-112 oil filter for the 2008 to 2014 Kawasaki KFX450R.

To find K&N products for your vehicle use the K&N Application Search. To find a K&N dealer near you use our K&N Dealer Search.

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