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Tom and Ryan Martino NHRA Top Dragster racers will appear on Discovery Channel show Fat N’ Furious: Rolling Thunder

Tom and Ryan Martino from Youngstown, Ohio will be making a guest appearance on the new Discovery Channel program Fat N’ Furious: Rolling Thunder. The new show will premiere on the Discovery Channel Monday, June 23rd. Fat N’ Furious Rolling Thunder “follows the antics of the hilarious, large-and-in-charge car junkies of Christmas Automotive.” Christmas Automotive is in the business of searching for run down, left for dead, cars and resurrecting them. Owner of Christmas Automotive, Tommy Christmas, specializes in old muscle cars and knows the tricks for making any car fast on the race track.

“It’s about time Youngstown, Ohio gets a little recognition for having some of the baddest hot rods and tuners on the planet”, said Ryan Martino, crew-chief and co-driver of the NHRA Top Dragster Martino Motorsports team. Martino continued to say “Fat N’ Furious: Rolling Thunder will undoubtedly give viewers a firsthand look at why Youngstown (can) put the muscle in muscle cars.”

Fat N’ Furious: Rolling Thunder is slotted to premier on June 23rd, 2014 during the Discovery Channel “Motor Monday” lineup. It will immediately follow the series return of the popular show Street Outlaws. K&N supported racers Tom and Ryan Martino of Martino Motorsports are tentatively scheduled to appear on the June 30th, 2014 episode of Fat N’ Furious: Rolling Thunder.

Geico Motorcycle EnduroCross races begin with riders lining up behind a gate, just as they do in Supercross

EnduroCross is a form of motorcycle racing that blends some of the most exciting elements of motorcycle competition from Supercross, Trials, and Enduro racing. Endurocross racing is typically held indoors in an arena where fans can see all the thrills and spills. An EnduroCross course incorporates multiple elements found in off-road riding such as jumps, rocks, boulders, logs, sand, mud, a water hole and anything else the course designer wants to throw at competitors. It has been described as the “toughest racing on two wheels”. EnduroCross is an exciting spectator sport and was added to the X Games in 2011.

To get around the course quickly AMA EnduroCross fueled by Monster Energy racers turn logs into a series of jumps

K&N Performance Filters has partnered with AMA Geico Motorcycle EnduroCross fueled by Monster Energy as the official Air Filter and Oil Filter for the 2014 season. John Jump, Powersports Brand Manager for K&N, said this partnership exists because “We have watched the EnduroCross series grow over the years and thoroughly enjoy each of the events, the obstacles, and the excitement it creates for the fans.” Jump continued to say “K&N Filters are a great fit for EnduroCross racers and fans alike. We look forward to bringing awareness of our full line of products during the 2014 series.”

Rocks and boulders are difficult even for professional Geico Motorcycle EnduroCross competitors

Lance Bryson, Director of Marketing and Sales for EnduroCross is quoted as saying “K&N has a great legacy in all forms of motorsports so we are extremely proud to have them join the EnduroCross family for 2014.” Bryson went on to say “The Geico EnduroCross Series is all about quick acceleration, short bursts of power, and unwavering throttle response. With K&N High-Flow Air Filters, off-road riders can expect all of that.”

The 2014 Geico Motorcycle EnduroCross fueled by Monster Energy season travels the U.S. beginning in Las Vegas, Nevada and ending in Ontario, California. The full schedule of events is listed below. Ticket information can be found on the EnduroCross website. If EnduroCross isn’t heading to your area in 2014, check with your TV service provider to find show times.

Even unnatural obstacles, such as these wooden spools, are used in an AMA EnduroCross fueled by Monster Energy course

May 2, 2014 - Las Vegas, Nevada. Orleans Arena
June 6, 2014 - Austin, Texas. X Games, Circuit of the America's
June 21, 2014 - Sacramento, California. Sleep Train Arena
August 23, 2014 - Atlanta, Georgia. Gwinnett Center
October 4, 2014 - Denver, Colorado. National Western Complex
October 11, 2014 - Salt Lake City, Utah. Energy Solutions Arena
October 18, 2014 - Everett, Washington. Comcast Arena
November 15, 2014 - Boise, Idaho. Ford Idaho Center
November 22, 2014 - Ontario, California. Citizens Business Bank Arena

More horsepower and torque for second generation Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Chrysler 300 with a Hemi V8 engine

The Chrysler LX platform based 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger and Magnum could be considered a U-turn in new car engineering when it was released in 2005. Auto manufacturers had shifted nearly all their cars to front wheel drive and very few offered V8 engine options. Chrysler and Dodge made a bold, but successful move, when their engineers used many Mercedes-Benz components in their design. Sadly the Dodge Magnum has been discontinued; yet the Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger live on and are now in their second generation of production.

Stop searching for cold air intakes, Performance Air Intake System 63-1114 from K&N Filters is here for second generation Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Chrysler 300 with a Hemi V8 engine

While a 5.7 liter Hemi V8 engine commands respect in stock trim, many owners are searching for a Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger or Dodge Charger cold air intake to increase power. If you’re that owner, look no further than K&N’s 63-1114 Performance Air Intake System. The 63-1114 is expert-engineered and guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque. It replaces the restrictive factory system with a free-flowing, high-density polyethylene air intake tube to help minimize restriction, straighten, and increase airflow to the engine. More air means more usable power throughout the engine’s RPM range.

Dyno Chart - 2011 Dodge Charger 5.7 liter Hemi V8 gains an estimated 11.7 horsepower

K&N’s RF-1042 conical performance air filter is fitted to the inlet of the K&N K&N 63-1114 Performance Air Intake System to provide excellent airflow rates as well as outstanding filtration efficiency. The filter is washable and reusable and can go up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions. Additionally, 63-1114 incorporates a heat shield which helps to direct relatively cold air entering through the factory inlet into the K&N Performance Air Filter, number RF-1042.

2012 Chrysler 300 LX Platform with 5.7 liter Hemi V8 Engine

The K&N 63-1114 Performance Air Intake System produces notable horsepower and torque increases worthy of the mighty 5.7 liter Hemi V8 engine. On the dyno, when installed on a 2011 Dodge Charger 5.7 liter Hemi V8, the K&N 63-1114 Performance Air Intake System produced an estimated additional 11.77 horsepower at 4513 rpm and 14.45 pound-feet of torque at 4494 rpm. Similar results can be expected for Chrysler 300 and Dodge Challenger 5.7 liter Hemi V8 equipped models.

The 63-1114 performance 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 the 63-1114 with the famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty so owners can rest assured that their intake system can stand up to tough conditions.

Performance Air Intake System 63-1114 is guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque on the Chrysler and Dodge models listed below:

2015 DODGE CHARGER 5.7L V8 F/I
2015 DODGE CHALLENGER 5.7L V8 F/I
2015 CHRYSLER 300C 5.7L V8 F/I
2015 CHRYSLER 300 5.7L V8 F/I
2014 DODGE CHARGER 5.7L V8 F/I
2014 DODGE CHALLENGER 5.7L V8 F/I
2014 CHRYSLER 300C 5.7L V8 F/I
2014 CHRYSLER 300 5.7L V8 F/I
2013 DODGE CHARGER 5.7L V8 F/I
2013 DODGE CHALLENGER 5.7L V8 F/I
2013 CHRYSLER 300C 5.7L V8 F/I
2013 CHRYSLER 300 5.7L V8 F/I
2012 DODGE CHARGER 5.7L V8 F/I
2012 DODGE CHALLENGER 5.7L V8 F/I
2012 CHRYSLER 300C 5.7L V8 F/I
2012 CHRYSLER 300 5.7L V8 F/I
2011 DODGE CHARGER 5.7L V8 F/I
2011 DODGE CHALLENGER 5.7L V8 F/I
2011 CHRYSLER 300C 5.7L V8 F/I

For all K&N Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Chrysler 300 air intakes visit the Dodge Charger Air Intakes, Dodge Challenger Air Intakes, and Chrysler 300 Air Intakes pages on KNFilters.com.

The heat shield of 69-5311TTK helps direct air entering the factory fresh air scoop into the engine of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe Turbo

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a rear wheel drive sports coupe imported from South Korea. The 2.0 liter, four-cylinder, Theta TCi turbo engine was developed as part of a global engine manufacturing alliance between Hyundai, Mitsubishi, and Chrysler. As a result, the turbo engine used in the Genesis Coupe shares many components with the venerable Mitsubishi EVO X. The 2013 model year saw several updates to the 2.0 liter Theta Tci 4-cylinder engine, including a larger turbo. This resulted in over 60 additional horsepower when compared to the 2012 model.

Performance Air Intake System 69-5311TTK from K&N Filters increases horsepower on the 2013-2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Turbo

While the engine is rated at over 270 horsepower from the factory, there is always room for more performance. Owners of the 2013 and 2014 Hyundai Genesis 2.0L seeking this extra boost in power can now install the 69-5311TTK performance air intake system. 69-5311TTK from K&N is precision-engineered to be a simple-to-install performance add-on. The backbone of this intake system is a free-flowing mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube which helps to minimize restriction, allowing your engine to breathe easier. A durable black powder coated finish is applied to the tube, providing a sleek appearance under the hood that will look great for years to come.

2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe turbo gains an estimated 16.67 more horsepower

K&N equips the 69-5311TTK with the oversized RC-4630XD air filter, providing a large surface to help increase airflow while providing outstanding engine protection. The filter is made with K&N’s famous high-flow filter media so it’s washable and reusable and can even go up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions. To top it all off, a heat shield shrouds the air filter under the hood, helping to direct air entering the factory fresh air scoop into the engine.

All of the design features of the 69-5311TTK performance air intake system work in perfect harmony to deliver increased performance. On the dyno, 69-5311TTK produced an estimated additional 16.67 horsepower at 4014rpm and an amazing 29.94 pound-feet of torque at 3119rpm over the factory system.

The 69-5311TTK performance air intake system is an excellent upgrade for your 2013 or 2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe equipped with the 2.0 liter turbo engine. With simple to follow instructions and no need to make any other modifications to the vehicle, you’ll be on the road in approximately 90 minutes with more horsepower under your right foot.

If all that weren’t enough, K&N backs the 69-5311TTK with the industry-leading K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty. If you’re looking to take your 2013 or 2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0 liter turbo to the next level, look no further than the 69-5311TTK Typhoon air intake system.

Performance Air Intake System 69-5311TTK fits:

2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0L
2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0L

For all K&N Hyundai Genesis Coupe air intakes visit the Air Intakes for Hyundai Genesis Coupe page on KNFilters.com.

Tim Martin, Chief Operations Officer of K&N, has over 25 years of business experience in a variety of industries

SEMA, an acronym for the Specialty Equipment Market Association, was founded in 1963 by a group of like-minded automotive performance enthusiasts. SEMA currently represents over 6,500 member-companies, and helps to protect the rights of a consumer to personalize their vehicles. K&N Engineering Inc., a manufacturer of performance air filters and intake systems, has been a member of SEMA since 1975.

Tim Martin has served as a Vice President at K&N for years, and has recently been made the Chief Operations Officer. Tim is passionate about racing, performance, and the street car customization lifestyle. Tim’s wealth of experience, including serving as a member of the SEMA Business Technology Committee, and passion for the automotive aftermarket industry, inspired him to run for a seat on the SEMA Board of Directors.

Tim Martin will be recognized as a newly elected SEMA board member during the SEMA Installation Gala on Friday, July 18. During this banquet outgoing board members will be recognized and there will be a special tribute to new SEMA hall of fame inductees.