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Murray Racing set out to conquer the 47th Annual Bud Light SCORE BAJA 500 in only their second race in their new K&N filters equipped Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo UTV

Leaving the 2015 Baja 500 starting line at 1 PM, Jason Murray took on driver’s duties for the first half of the 510 mile race with Monty Aldrich as navigator and quickly took the lead

The Murray Racing crew of Jason & Derek Murray, Bill Kugel, Monty Aldrich, Bob Jones, and Aaron Juarez set out to conquer the 47th Annual Bud Light SCORE BAJA 500 in only their second race in the new Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo. The Murray Racing crew had counted on some additional pit crew help, however, when the time came they would have to rely on just six people to race, chase, and pit for 500 miles across the northern Mexico desert. With such a new race vehicle this presents a huge challenge, however the Murray Racing team double and triple checked everything to ensure that the 2015 Baja 500 wouldn’t be the team’s first DNF in over 35 Best in the Desert series races.

Come race day the number 1917 K&N filters equipped Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo left the starting line second in the UTV Class 19 around 1:00 PM. Jason Murray took on driver’s duties for the first half of the 510 mile race with Monty Aldrich acting as navigator. Murray Racing quickly passed the lead UTV and built up a hefty lead due to a traffic jam further back. That lead didn’t last long when a cracked wheel forced Jason and Monty to pull over and install the spare. This, combined with a roll over in a silt bed, put Murray Racing in sixth place as they came through the race pits at race mile 105.

After refueling, giving the K&N equipped Maverick Turbo a once-over for damage, and loading up a new spare tire Murray Racing was off again and headed toward a 40-mile section of brutally tough whoops. Jason Murray and Monty Aldrich made up several positions through the whoops section as many competitors, from several classes, were stopped on the course after breaking something. Sailing through toward the second pit at race mile 267 the number 1917 Can-Am Maverick was back in second place.

Derek Murray and Bill Kugel sailed through race mile 320 passing two other UTV racers at a pit stop putting the # 1917 K&N powered Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo back in second place

The 2015 Bud Light SCORE Baja 500 became a sprint to the finish line for Murray Racing with Derek Murray attempting to chase down the # 1932 UTV with a mere 50 yards to go

The team had another setback at race mile 255, just 12 miles from the next scheduled pit stop, when the Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo ran out of fuel. The team scrambled to grab their gear and supplies to head back to mile 255 where the number 1917 was sitting. After struggling to find the car and refuel it, Murray Racing was back in action with Derek Murray behind the wheel, and Bill Kugel navigating the # 1917 K&N filters equipped Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo. At that point the team was sitting in fourth in Class 19 UTV and prepared to make up for lost time as the sun began to set.

Derek Murray and Bill sailed through race mile 320 passing two other UTV racers stopped in their race pits. This put the # 1917 K&N powered Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo back in second place. During a fast section along the coast and cliffs, Derek suffered a loss of brakes in the Can-Am Maverick forcing him to race conservatively until the next pit stop at race mile 430. The crew diagnosed the braking issue as a loose banjo bolt on a rear caliper caused by a rock contacting the fitting and quickly made the repair. As quick as they were, it wasn’t quick enough, as the number 1932 UTV came by Murray Racing putting the team back in third.

Due to correction factors based on starting time, and penalties accrued while racing, the number 1932 UTV finished fourth in class with second place going to # 1917 Murray Racing

Now in third place with 80 miles to go, Derek Murray quickly caught the 1932 UTV making the pass and regaining second place. Another cracked wheel on the K&N filters sponsored # 1917 Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo necessitated a spare tire swap letting the 1932 UTV by once more. The Baja 500 quickly became a sprint to the finish line with Derek Murray attempting to chase down the # 1932 UTV with 50 yards to go. Unable to close those last 2 feet and make the pass in time, the number 1917 Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo of Murray Racing crossed the finish line third in Class 19 UTV.

The next afternoon official results were announced at an awards ceremony. Due to correction factors based on starting time, and penalties accrued while racing, the number 1932 UTV actually finished fourth in class with the second spot going to Murray Racing in the K&N equipped number 1917 Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo. With their second place finish in the 47th Annual Bud Light SCORE BAJA 500, Team Murray Racing moved up to first in the points standing with two more races to go.

Looking forward to their next race, from Las Vegas, Nevada to Reno, Nevada, Murray Racing already has the # 1917 Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo torn down to refresh, rebuilt, or replace parts. Murray Racing would like to thank their sponsors, who make outstanding products, including: Can Am, ITP wheels/tires, Lone Star Racing Suspension, Fox Shocks, K&N filters, Beard seats, Yoshimura exhaust, Bert’s UTV, Shorai batteries, Lazer Star lights, TORCO fluids, AMR graphics, Rugged Radios, and Monster Tire Seal. Plus they’d like to thank all their team members, wives, kids and the many friends who came out to support them.

K&N air intake system for the 2007, 2008 and 2009 Ford Mustang Shelby with a 5.4 liter engine

In 1952, a legend’s racing career began from a simple trip to a drag race. That very same year that individual jumped into a MG TC, raced in and won his first road race. An accident where he flipped his car four times still didn’t stop him. He raced the following year with his arm in a cast and continued to achieve victory after victory on his way to greatness. This race car driver was Carroll Shelby. In 1964 Ford approached Shelby and asked him to help make the 1965 Ford Mustang, hoping that he can duplicate the success he had in creating the Cobra. The Shelby movement went strong manufacturing model after model and gaining international success up until 1969 when Ford and Shelby parted ways due to personal differences. However, the Shelby era has come back again. In 2006 the Shelby returned manufacturing the Shelby GT at 319 horsepower and Shelby GT500 with gains of 500 horsepower. The Shelby resurrection has spearheaded many new advancements and models in the Ford Mustang product line.

2012 Ford Mustang Shelby with K&N air intake system helps boost torque and acceleration

The Ford Shelby Mustang has amazing horsepower capabilities. K&N creates custom designed air intakes for the 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Ford Shelby that will boost the already impressive horsepower gains to give Shelby owners increased performance, acceleration and torque. 2007, 2008 and 2009 Ford Mustang Shelby with a 5.4 liter engine has the option of a K&N performance air intake 57-2571. The 57-2571 is designed to reduce intake restriction and provides an estimated horsepower gain of 57 when at 5900 RPM.

K&N air intake system for the 2010-2012 Ford Mustang Shelby 5.4L and 2013-2014 Ford Mustang Shelby 5.8L

Owners of the 2010, 2011 and 2012 Ford Mustang Shelby models with the 5.4L engine and 2013-2014 Ford Mustang Shelby models with the 5.8L V8 engine can benefit from the K&N air intake 57-2579. The K&N Aircharger 57-2579 Intake Kit produces an estimated 30.5 horsepower when at 5200 RPM. This K&N intake allows your GT500 to inhale a larger amount of air than the stock paper air filter.

K&N wrench off oil filter for the 2010-2012 Ford Mustang Shelby 5.4L and 2013-2014 Ford Mustang Shelby 5.8L

If you own a 2007-2012 Ford Shelby Mustang with the 5.4-liter V8 or the 2013-2014 Ford Shelby Mustang with the 5.8-liter V8, K&N offers three versions of their premium oil filter for for your vehicle. These include the HP-2010, the PS-2010, and the SS-2010. The HP-2010 incudes a 1-inch nut for easy removal, the PS-2010 is a standard oil filter replacement designed for high-flow and to be used with synthetic or conventional oils, and the SS-2010 is a premium washable billet aluminum oil filter that is designed to last the life of your vehicle, under normal vehicle operating conditions.

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Boost your performance now with one of these K&N air intake options. For a list of K&N air intakes for a variety of Ford Mustang makes and models, please visit the Ford Mustang Air Intakes Page. Watch installations videos and learn more at KNFilters.com.

In 7 rounds, Tommy Phillips never trailed on the line; taking the reaction time advantage in every round except the quarterfinal, where he and Ryen Lamb left with identical times

The Super Comp victory at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway marked the 31st national event triumph in Phillips’s illustrious career

K&N supported NHRA racer Tommy Phillips drove his CBS ArcSafe/K&N Filters/Orteq Energy Technologies/Wood Racing dragster to victory in Super Comp at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The victory marked the 31st national event triumph in Phillips’s illustrious career. The win also extended one of the most impressive streaks in NHRA Lucas Oil competition, as 2015 marks the tenth consecutive season in which Phillips has earned at least one NHRA national event crown.

“It feels good to start off on a high note,” Phillips expressed, as the Las Vegas event was the first 2015 NHRA outing for his team. “Our equipment is second to none; and all of our cars have been flawless. I’ve said, only half-joking, for several years that the weak link on this team is behind the wheel. I’m just glad that I was able to hold up my end of the bargain this time around.”

In seven elimination rounds, Tommy Phillips never trailed on the starting line; taking the reaction time advantage in every round except the quarterfinal, where he and Ryen Lamb left with identical .014 reaction times. His path to victory went through Greg Hicks, recent Division 7 winner Bobby Mirizio, Keith Winters, Neil Markuson, Lamb, Dave Meziere and final round opponent Ryan Cook. Cook, who was appearing in his first ever national event, wheeled his dragster all the way to the final and made a very representative lap. But Phillips saved his best run for last, posting a stellar .004 reaction time, and crossing the finish line in his CBS ArcSafe/K&N Filters/Orteq Energy Technologies/Wood Racing dragster first with a 9.060 elapsed time.

2015 marks the 10th consecutive season in which Phillip's earned at least one NHRA national event crown

“Anytime we get a chance to celebrate victory on the national stage, it’s special,” emphasized Phillips. “But this win was even better than most. Cody and Meghan Ortowski of Orteq Energy Technologies, one of our major team partners were on hand for the event, as were Buddy and Karen Wood. We’re extremely fortunate to be surrounded by fantastic people who support our team. And I just can’t say enough about Jay and Linda Thornburg. Our racing program has become so much more than a weekend job, and they’re with me 100% every step of the way.”

“Thanks also to the great people at K&N Filters, Sunset Performance Racing Engines, APD Carbs, Capco Contractors, Hughes Performance, Hoosier Racing Tire, TNT Supercars, Lucas Oil Products, and Sullivan Motorsports. These great people who surround our team allow us to accomplish incredible things,” said Phillips.

Chad Wienen held off Joel Hetrick to lead all 11 laps of the moto and put himself in the drivers' seat for the overall win aboard his K&N filters equipped Yamaha ATV (Photo: Ken Hill)

The AMA ATV Motocross Championship is the nation's premier amateur and professional ATV motocross series, hosted at top motocross facilities nationwide. The 10-round series features the Nation's best racers, teams and sponsors, and is America's largest and longest-running ATV national motocross program. Since 1985, the series continues to expand and produce top talent from the amateur ranks, while premiering the professional class.

Competing in the AMA ATV Motocross Championship is K&N sponsored ATV Motocross racer Chad Wienen who cemented his status as the red plate holder at the Mountain Dew ATV Motocross National Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, (ATVMX) stop at Sunset Ridge MX. Chad Wienen enjoyed a solid afternoon at the front of the field aboard his K&N equipped Yamaha YFZ450, parlaying 1-2 moto finishes on the way to his third AMA Pro ATV win of the season and claiming a big triumph in front of his hometown crowd.

The day began with a familiar trend as Joel Hetrick emerged with the ATVRiders.com Fastest Qualifier Award. Joel Hetrick converted his first gate pick into the SSi Decals Holeshot Award for the opening AMA Pro ATV moto, with K&N sponsored Chad Wienen in tow. Wienen applied the pressure on Hetrick early and was able to make the pass for the lead on the opening lap. The early pass did nothing to deter Hetrick's confidence as he stuck to Wienen's rear fender for the entire moto.

Chad Wienen was at the front of the field aboard his K&N equipped Yamaha YFZ450, taking his third AMA Pro ATV win of 2015 in front of his hometown crowd (Photo: Ken Hill)

On Lap 9 Joel Hetrick closed down the deficit to mere bike lengths and made a run for the win in the late stages of the moto. However, while attempting to pass Wienen, Joel Hetrick high-sided and lost valuable ground. Hetrick kept the bike going but Chad Wienen would go on to lead all 11 laps of the moto and put himself in the drivers' seat for the overall win aboard his K&N filters equipped Yamaha ATV.

Thomas Brown got the upper hand in Moto 2, leading the AMA Pro ATV field to the line to claim the SSi Decals Holeshot Award in front of K&N’s Chad Wienen. With a clear track ahead of him, Brown was able to establish a torrid pace out front and sprint to a multiple second lead on the opening lap. That lead would grow consistently for over half of the moto, reaching double digits. With Brown pulling away, Chad Wienen settled into second, knowing the overall would be his with a runner-up finish.

K&N racer Chad Wienen's 1-2 scores gave him the edge over Thomas Brown's 3-1 effort to secure his third overall win of the season. Hetrick rounded out the overall podium in third (2-3), followed by Haagsma Jr. in fourth (5-4) and Rastrelli fifth (7-5). Chad Wienen's win moved him into a 15-point lead over Hetrick in the AMA Pro ATV championship standings with four rounds remaining on the schedule.

The 2015 Mountain Dew ATV Motocross National Championship will continue with Round 7 from the legendary Spring Creek MX Park in Millville, Minnesota, on June 27.

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