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Travis Wyman made it on the podium at Virginia International Raceway for both MotoAmerica Road Racing events in Superstock 600 in 3rd and 2nd (Photo by Brian J. Nelson)

For eldest brother Kyle, the weekend at Virginia International Raceway began with a big crash and a trip to the hospital near the end of qualifying (Photo by Brian J. Nelson)

It was a hot weekend in Virginia for the K&N air filters supported Millennium Technologies/Kyle Wyman Racing team as the trio of Wyman brothers finished strong in their respective classes for the third round of the AMA/FIM MotoAmerica Road Racing Series at Virginia International Raceway. Supersport competitor Kyle Wyman secured two top-10 finishes while Travis made it four-for-four on the podium in Superstock 600 with a 3rd and 2nd place in races one and two, respectively. Youngest brother Cody scored 16th and 14th place finishes in each Superstock 600 race.

For eldest brother Kyle, the weekend began with a big crash and a trip to the hospital. In the waning moments of qualifying, Kyle Wyman highsided his K&N filters equipped number 33 bike in the turn-two area suffering a bruised forearm and lower back contusions. "Friday was going to plan," Kyle said. "My crew chief Robin Hawley put together a great qualifying strategy and I was gaining a lot of confidence with the bike. It was in the last few moments of qualifying where I ended up crashing while trying to hold on to the back of a faster rider. I was super bummed to see my Millennium Technologies bike tumbling."

The youngest of the Wyman brothers, Cody, scored 16th and 14th at Virginia International Raceway for both MotoAmerica events in Superstock 600 (Photo by Brian J. Nelson)

X-rays turned up negative for fractures after a trip to Danville Regional Medical Center, and Kyle lined up for Saturday's race in 7th position on the grid. With two great starts and climbing as high as 4th place in race two, Kyle finished 8th place in both races for the event on his K&N filters equipped Millennium Technologies motorcycle. "I can't be too disappointed with how the weekend ended," Wyman added. "Saturday's race was really tough for me physically. My back was so stiff that it was hard to change direction of the bike, and VIR is the wrong track to have that problem, especially with the heat and a 23-lap race. Sunday's race went better for me, but I was still in conservation mode. We still made great progress with the bike, and my KWR team stood behind me all weekend. I can't wait for the next round at Road America."

Saturday's first Superstock 600 race was a hot 18-lap final with Travis and Cody Wyman starting on the grid in 3rd and 19th respectively. Travis Wyman settled into a trio-breakaway aboard the number 24 K&N equipped Superstock 600 motorcycle with series rivals Joe Roberts and Richie Escalante, whom he had shared the podium with at the opening round at Road Atlanta. "I got off to a good start in the beginning and just tried to hang on to the pace of Joe and Richie," Travis said. "Unfortunately we ran a little too low of tire pressure and my tire went off after about three laps. Those guys were riding well but I was happy to come away with another podium finish."

Following a crash in qualifying Kyle Wyman lined up for Saturday's race in 7th position on the before finishing in 8th place for both races of the MotoAmerica event (Photo by Brian J. Nelson)

Superstock 600 race two appeared to mimic race one in the opening laps, with the same trio of riders breaking away at the front. However, on lap three Joe Roberts crashed, leaving Travis Wyman and Escalante to fight it out for the win. Travis held on to Richie for a number of laps, until a big moment lost him some time. "Once Joe went down I was just following Richie, studying his lines," Travis said. "I was trying to figure out where he was faster, and where I was faster. When I had that moment in turn one it threw me out of rhythm and from there I settled into second place. I'm happy to have four podiums in four races."

Meanwhile, Cody Wyman progressed from his 16th place finish on Saturday to a 14th place finish in Sunday's final aboard his number 11 K&N filters equipped Superstock 600 bike. "We struggled early on and spent the weekend playing catch up," Cody said. "My team was working really hard with me and we improved drastically each session. I am getting more comfortable with the bike and I cannot wait for Road America."

In the MotoAmerica Supersport championship standings, eldest brother Kyle moved from 9th overall to 7th in the points after this weekend's races. In the Superstock 600 category, Travis and Cody currently sit 3rd and 19th respectively. The series heads next to Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin for the fourth round of AMA/FIM MotoAmerica road racing May 29-31, 2015.

The K&N air intake for 2013-2014 Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4L turbo models incorporates an application specific air filter heat shield which surrounds the K&N air filter

The Fiat brand was reintroduced to the North American market in Italian Renaissance fashion with the 2011 Fiat 500. Fiat had been absent from North America for 27 years and the retro-inspired Fiat 500 was immediately popular for its Italian styling and fuel efficiency. As quickly as the Fiat 500 was leaving dealership lots, the standard Fiat 500 engine rated at just 101 horsepower left much to be desired in the performance department. With that in mind, Fiat decided to spice things up with the Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4-Liter Turbo. The Abarth models have an upgraded suspension, steering, interior, and last but not least, a snappy 1.4L Multiair turbo engine. Even though the 1.4L Multiair turbo engine is pretty responsive, 2013 and 2014 Fiat 500 Abarth owners are still searching for a boost in power.

The K&N Fiat 500 Abarth intake includes an air intake tube which ties into the factory fresh air scoop to keep inlet air temperature (IAT) readings within factory specs

Owners of 2013 and 2014 Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4L turbo models searching for a little more get up and go should look no further than a K&N performance air intake upgrade. K&N engineers decided to free up horsepower for 2013-2014 Fiat 500 Abarth owners by reducing restriction and turbulent airflow, while also maximizing the amount of air available to the 1.4L Multiair turbo engine. Boosting performance of the 2013 and 2014 Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4L turbo is accomplished by replacing restrictive factory intake tract components with a free-flowing molded high-density polyethylene (HDPE) air intake tube and an oversized open K&N high-flow air filter element. More air and less restriction means more usable power throughout the engine’s RPM range by allowing the 1.4L Multiair turbo to work more efficiently.

K&N reusable air filter, RC-5062XD, is fitted to the inlet of the Fiat 500 Abarth air intake for superior airflow and superior performance without sacrificing engine protection

The K&N RC-5062XD over-sized reusable air filter is fitted to the inlet of the 2013-2014 Fiat 500 Abarth roto-molded air intake tube to provide superior airflow and superior performance without sacrificing engine protection. The filter is washable and reusable and can go up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions. The K&N air intake for 2013-2014 Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4L turbo models incorporates an application specific air filter heat shield which surrounds the K&N air filter to help prevent engine heat from entering the K&N intake system. Additionally, the K&N Fiat 500 Abarth intake 63-1700 includes a separate roto-molded air intake tube which ties the factory fresh air scoop into the Fiat 500 Abarth K&N intake system. This helps to keep inlet air temperature (IAT) readings within factory specifications as well as promoting more efficient combustion.

When dyno tested on an otherwise stock 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4L turbo K&N air intake system, 63-1700, provided an estimated 5.44 more horsepower and 5.53 lb-ft of torque

All of the design features of the 2013 to 2014 Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4L K&N air intake system are tuned to improve horsepower and torque delivery across the engire RPM range compared to the factory air filter box system. In addition to increasing horsepower, lowering restriction and increasing airflow will improve acceleration and drivability. The Fiat 500 Abarth is a lightweight car and increasing horsepower, even slightly, improves the power-to-weight ratio. When dyno tested on an otherwise stock 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4L turbo the K&N air intake system 63-1700 provided an estimated 5.44 more horsepower and 5.53 lb-ft of torque. The 2013 to 2014 Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4L K&N air intake system is an excellent performance upgrade for this sporty little Italian car.

The 63-1700 performance air intake system from K&N is an easy to install performance upgrade. By following K&N’s simple step-by-step instructions owners of 2013-2014 Fiat 500 Abarth turbo models can experience more power and better acceleration in about 90 minutes or less using basic hand tools. The K&N 2013-2014 Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4L Multiair turbo air intake system, number 63-1700, maintains all necessary factory connections and does not require any additional modifications to experience a boost in performance. K&N backs its air filters and air intake systems with a 10-year/million mile limited warranty so Fiat 500 Abarth owners can rest assured knowing that their intake system will provide improved performance for years to come.

Performance Air Intake System 63-1700 is guaranteed to provide an increase in horsepower and torque on the Fiat 500 models listed below:

2014 Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4L L4
2013 Fiat 500 Abarth 1.4L L4

Use the search by vehicle tool on knfilters.com to find additional products for the Fiat 500, such as Air Intakes for Fiat 500 models, or other vehicles. To find a local authorized K&N dealer, use the Find Dealer search function.

Bruno Machado of Alhambra High School accepts the Alhambra Outstanding Student Award, Certificate of Recognition from the State of California, and a $500 scholarship from K&N

The Alhambra Unified School District, just east of Los Angeles, California, has produced some notable movers and shakers in the automotive industry. Racing icon Mickey Thompson was a graduate from Alhambra High School. Mike Spagnola, founder of Street Scene Equipment, and now VP of OEM and Product Development Programs at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), is a graduate of San Gabriel High School. Additionally, National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Sport Compact Racing pioneer Lisa Kubo graduated from Mark Keppel High School. Each year the Alhambra Unified School District teachers and school administrators recognize the top current automotive students for their outstanding accomplishments with the Alhambra USD Automotive Technicians Awards Night.

Christopher Rodriguez of San Gabriel High School accepts the Alhambra Outstanding Student Award, Certificate of Recognition from the State of California, and a $500 scholarship from K&N

K&N Air Filters honors the very best automotive students by sponsoring the Outstanding Student Award, which is the highest level of recognition within the Alhambra automotive program. The student recipients, one from each of Alhambra’s three high schools, are selected by their instructors based upon their technical expertise, passion for the automotive industry, and their desire to continue their automotive education. In addition to their name being added to a perpetual trophy, the student receives a Certificate of Recognition from the State of California, and a $500 scholarship from K&N filters.

Calvin Ha of Mark Keppel High School accepts the Alhambra Outstanding Student Award, California State Recognition, and a $500 scholarship from K&N

For 2015 the Alhambra Automotive Outstanding Student Award recipients are: Christopher Rodriguez for San Gabriel High School Calvin Ha for Mark Keppel High School Bruno Machado for Alhambra High School

K&N Air Filters is very proud of these students’ accomplishments and is excited to support their continuing education plans. Perhaps one day these students will become a future star of the Automotive Aftermarket. Wherever their goals take them, K&N knows these students will carry on the legacy of the Alhambra School District with pride and respect. If you or someone you know is interested in gaining support for an Automotive Technology education program, contact K&N and inquire with K&N’s Education Programs Coordinator.

K&N Performance Air Intake System 63-3085 for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.3L and GMC Sierra 1500 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 models

General Motors (GM) used the 4.3L 4300 Vortec V6 as its base engine for the full-size Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 for years. In 2013 this engine was rated at 195 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. However, for 2014 the same size 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine with new technologies such as direct injection, variable valve timing, and even active fuel management, allows the standard V6 to produce 285 horsepower and 305 lb-ft of torque. This puts the standard 2014 Silverado / Sierra EcoTec3 V6’s performance on par with the 4.8L Vortec V8 engine of the 2013 Silverado and Sierra. This of course doesn’t mean that 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 owners won’t benefit from a little more horsepower and torque.

The 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 features a 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine as its standard power plant and boasts best in class standard V6 torque

By simply installing K&N performance air intake 63-3085 2014 Silverado and Sierra V6 owners can improve acceleration, add horsepower, and increase torque that will come in handy for hauling, towing, or even every day driving. The K&N 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.3L and GMC Sierra 1500 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 air intake system is expert-engineered and guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque. It replaces the restrictive factory system with a free-flowing, molded high-density polyethylene (HDPE), air intake tube and an oversized K&N high-flow air filter. The K&N 63-3085 air intake system maintains a factory like fit and finish under the hood of 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 and 2014 Sierra 1500 V6 models.

The K&N 63-3085 air intake system maintains a factory like fit and finish under the hood of this 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 while improving horsepower

A K&N high-flow chrome top conical air filter RF-1041 is fitted to the inlet of the air intake system to provide superior airflow and superior performance without sacrificing filtration efficiency. The filter is washable and reusable and can go up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions. When it does come time to service the K&N air filter, cleaning can be easily completed using one of K&N’s readily available Recharger air filter service kits. The 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.3L and GMC Sierra 1500 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 air intake system incorporates an air filter heat shield which helps to guard cooler air entering the engine from ambient heat.

A 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 4.3 liter EcoTec3 V6 gained an estimated 10.16 more horsepower and 12.16 lb-ft of torque with the installation of K&N air intake, number 63-3085

Because the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.3L and GMC Sierra 1500 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 air intake system is designed to decrease restriction, and increase airflow, it is able to make impressive performance gains in horsepower and torque throughout the entire RPM range of the already powerful standard V6 engine. On the dyno, when installed on a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 4.3 liter EcoTec3 V6, the 63-3085 performance air intake system produced an estimated additional 10.16 horsepower at 5245 rpm and 12.16 pound-feet of torque at a low 3,548 rpm. Increased power will require the engine to expend less energy to cruise down the highway with active fuel management in place, or help during full throttle acceleration situations.

The 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.3L and GMC Sierra 1500 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 air intake system is an easy to install performance upgrade that can be installed in about 90 minutes or less using basic hand tools, and by following K&N’s simple step-by-step instructions. It maintains all necessary factory connections and does not require any additional modifications be made to the vehicle. K&N backs its air filters and air intake systems with a 10-year/million mile limited warranty so owners can rest assured that their intake system can stand up to tough conditions.

Whether owners use their 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.3L and GMC Sierra 1500 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 as a reliable daily driver, dedicated workhorse, or something in between, the K&N 63-3085 Performance Air Intake system will provide increased performance with better engine sound for years to come.

Performance air intake system 63-3085 is guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque on the Chevrolet and GMC models listed below:

2014 GMC Sierra 1500 4.3L V6
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.3L V6

Find additional products for your Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra, or another vehicle, using the search by vehicle tool on KNFilters.com. To find a dealer near you, please use the K&N Dealer Search function.

Under the K&N carbon fiber hood scoop is the same Huntsville Engine & Performance 582 cubic inch V8 powerplant that was in Luke Bogacki’s last Corvette Roadster

Reigning NHRA Champ Luke Bogacki unveiled his new Charlie Stewart Race Cars built; Racing RV’s backed ’63 Corvette Roadster at the NHRA Division 3 Lucas Oil event in Indianapolis, Indiana

K&N Air Filters sponsored NHRA Super Gas driver, Luke Bogacki, is the reigning NHRA Super Gas Champion. Bogacki introduced his new Charlie Stewart Race Cars built; Racing RV’s backed ’63 Corvette Roadster at the NHRA Division 3 Lucas Oil Series event in Indianapolis, Indiana. Luke Bogacki’s new Racing RV’s Corvette is a Charlie Stewart Race Cars creation, and features additional backing from K&N Filters, ThisIsBracketRacing.com, and RacerSwag.com. Charlie Stewart Race Cars outfitted their custom ’63 Corvette body with a carbon fiber K&N hood scoop. The eye-catching vinyl wrap was designed and applied by Accelerated Graphics. For the most part, this new combination mirrors the setup that propelled Bogacki to the 2014 title.

“Following the 2014 season, we sold the Corvette that we won the championship with to a young racer from New Mexico named Justin Bromley,” Bogacki explained. “Immediately, I put in an order with Charlie Stewart to build another one. This car is very similar to our old Corvette; it’s the same body style, same wheelbase, and we’re even starting out the season with the same engine combination. Charlie and his staff made a number of small changes, and we’ve got some new components between the frame rails that I’m confident will make this combination even better than our previous one.”

Luke Bogacki’s new Racing RV’s Corvette is a Charlie Stewart Race Cars creation, and features additional backing from K&N Filters, ThisIsBracketRacing.com, and RacerSwag.com

The 1050 horsepower Huntsville Engine & Performance beast pushed Luke Bogacki’s Corvette to the 9.90 index at speeds in excess of 167 miles per hour in Indianapolis, Indiana

Under the K&N carbon fiber hood scoop is the same Huntsville Engine & Performance 582 cubic inch powerplant that was in Luke’s last Corvette. The 1050 horsepower beast pushed the machine to the 9.90 index at speeds in excess of 167 miles per hour last weekend in Indianapolis. “I picked up the bare chassis from Charlie in early April,” explained Bogacki. “This whole car came together in less than a month. I’ve got so many people to thank for making it happen.”

Bogacki entered the NHRA Division 3 Lucas Oil Series event in Indianapolis, Indiana as the defending event champion in Super Gas, and as the leader in the Division 3 JEGS All-Stars standings. Despite promising numbers from his new Corvette, Luke was derailed in the opening round of competition with a -.003 red light. He advanced to the second round of Super Comp behind the wheel of his K&N Filters dragster before falling to Haley Gregory in a double-breakout contest. “Indy certainly didn’t go as well as I would have liked, but overall I think the event was promising for our team,” Bogacki said. “The new Corvette was flawless pretty much from the start. We made some minor adjustments during testing on Thursday, and other than that I hardly turned a wrench on the car all weekend.”

Luke Bogacki and his K&N Filters / Racing RV’s team will attend a bracket event prior to their second stop on the NHRA Division 3 tour in Norwalk, Ohio. The Bogacki Motorsports team will follow that Division 3 event with their first national event appearance of 2015: the NHRA Kansas Nationals May 22-24, 2015 in Topeka, Kansas where Luke will again enter as the defending event champion.