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North American 2009 to 2013 Mazda 6 Owners Gain Performance with K&N Air Filters

May 24, 2009

The 2009 Mazda 6 is a four door sedan produced at the AutoAlliance International plant shared with Ford in Flat Rock, Michigan. The license plate is placed higher in the U.S. version, exhaust tips look sportier and the Mazda emblem shrinks slightly.

K&N's 33-2424 lifetime replacement air filter for 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 Mazda 6 with a 2.5 liter engine, U.S.

Designed to increase horsepower and acceleration, K&N has released a replacement air filter (33-2424) for 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 Mazda 6 with a 2.5 liter engine, U.S.

The washable, reusable panel air K&N air filter was designed as a simple performance addition that also provides outstanding filtration. Each K&N air filter is custom designed to fit in the factory air box. The 33-2424 requires no modifications and comes with the famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty. It will be the last air filter you will need to buy.

K&N has sold more than twenty million replacement air filters. K&N uses independent laboratories to help ensure that our products meet or exceed your high filtration demands. We also conduct our own testing at our state of the art in house testing laboratory. K&N makes first class air filters to automotive owners around the globe.

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 Gives Waibel's Kids A Taste of Racing at Gator Nationals

May 22, 2009

Jeremy Waibel, son of Division 2 Hall of Fame member Jimmy Waibel, says his family has been in the racing business for over 50 years. "I am a second generation driver and my children will soon follow in this pattern," says Waibel. In addition to driving a '69 Camaro in NHRA Stock Eliminator competition, Waibel is also a 4th degree Master Black Belt in the art and science of Tae Kwon Do. "I have been a practitioner of this sport for almost 25 years. I own and operate a Tae Kwon Do school in Lakeland, Florida. From this school we launched a satellite program at the Florida Baptist Children's home where we teach a few times per week." There is no charge for this program since Waibel knows that the majority of these children would never be able to participate in something like this.

K&N and Jeremy Waibel Share the Experience of AC Delco Gator Nationals

The Florida Baptist Children's home is a place where less fortunate children can have a stable, loving environment where they can develop into productive members of society. "I became involved with the Florida Baptist Children's home through my church and my race car," says Waibel. "I was asked to speak as a professional race car driver and martial artist at the church sponsored 'Camp Extreme.' As soon as I got there, I knew I had to do something to help these children." Soon afterward, Waibel began his Tae Kwon Do program and the kids loved it.

The Children Joined Jeremy Waibel for Dinner in the Pits

Waibel was able to give these kids yet another once in a lifetime experience when he got the idea to take them to the AC Delco Gator Nationals. "My race car has been sponsored by K&N for many years, so I brought up the idea of taking the kids to the Nationals and left it in their hands. We were so excited when we received the tickets from K&N and realized how many kids would get to go."

The children in Waibel's group are ages 4 - 17 and come from many different backgrounds. Some are abused mentally, physically, and emotionally and others have been witness to terrible things. "When we got to the Nationals, you would have thought that it was Christmas morning," says Waibel. "The children were so thrilled to be there. They got to meet drivers like Warren Johnson, Erika Enders, Melanie Troxel, Tommy Johnson Jr., Doug Patrick, Scott Helms, Alan Wade, Jay and Shelly Payne, Jeg Coughlin, and Chris Turnage. I think that they enjoyed hanging out with Peter Biondo the most. Here was this untouchable race car driver, racing though the woods with them. It was an amazing week!"

"K&N has not only made an impact in the lives of some children that otherwise may have never been exposed to this sport except on TV, but in the lives of everyone that was around our team that weekend," says Waibel. "They all knew that K&N was the reason we were able to attend."

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.

Volkswagen Golf GTI Performance and Protection for Life

May 22, 2009

The Volkswagen Golf GTI is one of the more popular economic cars sold in the United States. The Golf GTI is a "souped up" version of the basic two-door hatchback Volkswagen Golf. Volkswagen added a more powerful engine, upgraded the suspension and improved the interior and exterior trim. These minor modifications made driving the VW Golf GTI a lot more fun and gave it a more desirable appeal.

Volkswagen Golf GTI

One way to increase horsepower in your VW GTI is to decrease the amount of air restriction delivered to your engine. K&N has engineered performance filters designed to reduce this restriction. Our Replacement air filters are designed to increase horsepower and acceleration while delivering excellent filtration. K&N performance air intake systems for the 1.8L models are guaranteed to increase horsepower. K&N premium oil filters are also available for excellent filtration and high burst strength.

Replacement Air Filter for Select 2000 to 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI

K&N OE Replacement Air Filters

K&N Replacement Air Filters for the Volkswagen Golf GTI are designed to provide higher airflow than that of your stock air filter and is backed by our famous Million Mile Limited Warranty^™. K&N Replacement air filters are washable, reusable and built to last the life of your vehicle.

Replacement Air Filter for 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI with 2.0L non-turbo engine

The high flow cotton air filter 33-2128 was designed as a simple drop-in replacement filter for 2002-2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI models with a 1.8-liter engine, 2000-2002 Volkswagen Golf GTI models with a 2.0-liter engine, and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI models with a 2.8-liter engine

2006-2008 VW Golf GTI owners with the 2.0-liter Turbo engine models use K&N's 33-2888 drop-in air filter for a lifetime of performance and protection.

K&N's E-2014 was engineered for the 2006 VW Golf GTI with the 2.0-liter non-turbo engine. This round air filter will fit directly into the unique stock airbox of these models.

Performance Air Intake for Volkswagen Golf GTI

K&N Performance Air Intakes

K&N's air intake kits completely replace the restrictive factory air box system resulting in more horsepower while providing excellent air filtration. K&N air intakes are also easy to install, usually in 90 minutes or less.

Owners of the 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI models with the 1.8-liter engine have two K&N complete cold air intake systems to choose from: K&N's 69-9501TP and 69-9501TB. The 69-9501TP uses a polished aluminum intake tube and the 69-9501TB has a blue powder coated intake tube. These performance intakes have been dyno tested and have shown an increase of 10.03 horsepower at 5079 rpm.

K&N Premium Oil Filters

Premium Oil Filter for Volkswagen Golf GTI

The HP-2005 canister oil filter was designed to fit 2000 and 2001 VW Golf GTI models with 2.0-liter engine and 2002 to 2006 VW Golf GTI models with 1.8-liter engine. K&N's HP-2005 was constructed with ultra-thick canister walls for extra durability and protection from loose rocks and debris. The 1 inch nut welded to the top of the canister makes it easy to remove.

K&N also manufactures performance products for earlier years of the Volkswagen Golf GTI. To find products for your Golf GTI or any other vehicle use the K&N Application Search on KNFilters.com.

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Add Performance to 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Ford Mustang with a K&N Lifetime Air Filter

May 22, 2009

Engine Compartment of 2010 Ford Mustang 5.0L

K&N 33-2431 Ford Mustang Air Filter Box

The 2010 Ford Mustang GT is a good performance car right out of the box. World Drifting Champion Vaughn Gittin drives one in competition. Reportedly, if you put your foot into the throttle of your own 'Stang, you'll bang your head against the headrest.

Replacement lifetime air filter for Ford Mustang GT

K&N has made a replacement air filter, part number 33-2431 for the 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 liter, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Ford Mustang 3.7 liter, 2012 and 2013 ford Mustang Boss 302 5.0 liter and 2010 Ford Mustang GT with the 4.6 liter engine. K&N air filters are made to increase horsepower and acceleration while providing excellent protection.

As an OE replacement filter, it fits directly into the air box without any cutting or fitting. The 33-2431 also has strengthening ribs for increased rigidity and a secure fit.

K&N is the inventor and world leader of the high-flow cotton air filter. The 33-2431 is washable and reusable and designed to last the lifetime of your vehicle. It also comes with the famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty.

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.

Alhambra Unified School District Student Gets Scholarship Money from K&N

May 21, 2009

K&N presented a San Gabriel High School senior with a scholarship during the Alhambra Unified School District's 42nd Annual Automotive Technicians' Awards Banquet.

K&N Scholarship presented to San Gabriel High School student Steven Loc by K&N's Steve Gibson and Instructor Eli Jaramillo

School administrators, school board members, automotive instructors, and parents gathered to honor the achievements of the automotive technology students from Alhambra High School, Mark Keppel High School, and San Gabriel High School. The banquet has become a tradition in the Alhambra Unified School District. Local car dealerships, repair, and collision shops, automotive colleges, and members of the automotive aftermarket show support for the students by donating door prizes, tools, equipment, and even scholarship money so that they may continue pursuing a career in the automotive industry.

K&N's Steve Gibson attended the awards banquet to present a $500 scholarship to San Gabriel High student Steven Loc on behalf of K&N Engineering. "It was difficult to decide who to award the scholarship to," said Gibson. "We wanted to choose a student who showed that their love for working on cars was more than a skill, it was a passion. In working with the district and the instructors from the three high schools, we were able to narrow it down to Mr. Loc. We made the right choice."

The students were also able to hear a speech by guest speaker Mike Spagnola, CEO of Street Scene Industries, and Dave McClelland, the voice of NHRA. Spagnola is an alumni of San Gabriel High School, and himself received an award at this same banquet when he was a high school senior. McClelland has been the banquet's Master of Ceremonies for nearly 40 years. Both men encouraged the students to keep learning and keep growing. "There are so many doors that will open for you," said Spagnola. "You are truly in the right place at the right time."

All scholarships presented at the banquet allow the recipient to use to attend the college, university, or trade school of their choice. "It's great to be able to support school programs like the ones in the Alhambra Unified School District," said Gibson. "These students are tomorrow's automotive technicians and service advisors, and for K&N to be an active sponsor of their education, it makes you feel very proud."

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.