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K&N Filters No. 0 Sprint Car in Top of Standings

Apr 24, 2007

Defending King of California Series Champion Jonathan Allard is leading the track point standings after a top five finish at Silver Dollar Speedway in Chico, California.

Jonathan Allard, photo by Steve Cox

Allard began the night second in points and qualified the K&N Filters No. 0 as fourth fastest overall car. This gave the sprint car racer two additional bonus points for the overall track points lead.

Jonathan Allard uses K&N Engineering Products, photo by Steve Cox

Williams Motorsports K&N Filters No. 0, photo by Steve Cox

During the first heat race Allard fell to fourth on the start. At lap four he was able to take over third place and continued the charge to finish the heat in 2nd place.

In the 25 lap feature, Allard hit a slick spot on turn three and almost spun out but managed to stay in the race. Officials cut the race to 20 laps because of a mandated noise curfew. During the last part Allard lost a spot on lap 16 and ended up in 5th place.

“Racing may have its ups and downs but the one thing that stays on top is the performance of our K&N Filters,” said Allard. “It was a tough night, but our team was able to work through the adversity.”

Allard and Williams Motorsports will be running at the Silver Dollar Speedway this Friday and at Tulare Speedway on Saturday.

Follow Jonathan Allard's progress 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.

Opening Round of Dutch RallyRacing Championship Series Tough for Dover Racer

Apr 24, 2007

The opening round of the 2007 Dutch RallyRacing Championship took place over the weekend at Valkenswaard in the Netherlands. K&N Engineering is an associate sponsor of the Rallycross Open Championship Races. Most of the vehicles running in this circuit are equipped with K&N Air Filters.

Tough weekend for Chris Cake

Team Open Series driver Chris Cake

Team Open Series Driver Chris Cake had to cope with balance problems on the car. During the morning practice session Cake worked out the bumps and built up the pace in the new Silverstone Vauxhall Corsa.

Eurocircuit racer Chris Cake

Cake took pole position in the first round of the heat, but his throttle cable snapped as the light turned green. Cake was stranded on the start line. During the second heat the car showed its true potential as Cake began setting competitive lap times.

In the third heat, the driver from Dover made a mistake by chasing front runner Willy Salzgeber. He slipped back and Cake ended up in 10th place overall.

"The weekend was more of a glorified test session," said Cake. "We have lots of new components on the car and I'm still testing the limits of the Corsa. I'm really happy with the changes and can't wait for the next race."

The next event for Cake will be the second round of the European Rallycross Championship in France on May 12th and 13th. Belgian Driver Tom Greenen will be driving the Team Open Series Vauxhall Corsa in Round 2 of the LINGsCARS.com Rallycross Open Championship at Blyton Circuit in Cake's absence.

Follow the RallyRacing Championship Series 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 Introduces New Closed Air Induction System for EU Vehicles

Apr 20, 2007

K&N Engineering has developed six new Complete Air Induction Systems for its European market. The new products take advantage of using the Apollo, a specially designed K&N Air Filter and enclosure.

Air Induction System for Audi TT

K&N Apollo Air Induction Systems come with custom mounting hardware to fit specific vehicle applications. The protective shell of the Apollo reduces heat build-up and feeds cool free flowing air into the engine to help improve performance.

Apollo Air Induction Installed

Stabilizers with brackets allow the K&N Air Induction Systems to stay firmly in place. Custom mounting hardware is included to fit specific vehicle applications. The adaptors are made form high quality materials such as steel, silicone or reinforced nylon to ensure longevity. It takes les than 90 minutes or less to install this kit with simple hand tools.

The kits contain multi-lingual installation instructions. They are also backed by the famous K&N Million Mile Warranty.

Applications are as follows:

The 57A-6019 fits the following vehicles:
2006 AUDI TT 1.8L
2005 AUDI TT 1.8L
2004 AUDI TT 1.8L
2003 AUDI TT 1.8L
2002 AUDI TT 1.8L
2001 AUDI TT 1.8L
2000 AUDI TT 1.8L
1999 AUDI TT 1.8L

The 57A-6018 fits the following vehicles:
2007 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2.5L
2007 SUBARU IMPREZA 2.0L
2006 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2.5L
2006 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2.0L
2005 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2.0L
2004 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2.0L
2003 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2.0L
2002 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2.0L
2001 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2.0L
2000 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2.0L

The 57A-6023 fits the following vehicles:
2010 MAZDA MX-5 III 1.8L L4 F/I
2009 MAZDA MX-5 III 1.8L L4 F/I
2008 MAZDA MX-5 III 2.0L L4 F/I
2008 MAZDA MX-5 III 1.8L L4 F/I
2007 MAZDA MX-5 III 2.0L L4 F/I
2007 MAZDA MX-5 III 1.8L L4 F/I
2006 MAZDA MX-5 III 2.0L L4 F/I
2006 MAZDA MX-5 III 1.8L L4 F/I
2005 MAZDA MX-5 III 1.8L L4 F/I - From 8/05

The 57A-6008 fits the following vehicles:
2006 HONDA CIVIC TYPE R 2.0L
2005 HONDA CIVIC TYPE R 2.0L
2004 HONDA CIVIC TYPE R 2.0L
2003 HONDA CIVIC TYPE R 2.0L
2002 HONDA CIVIC TYPE R 2.0L
2001 HONDA CIVIC TYPE R 2.0L

The 57A-6015 fits the following vehicles:
2005 SEAT LEON 1.8L
2005 SEAT LEON 1.8L
2004 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF IV 1.8L
2004 SEAT LEON 1.8L
2003 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF IV 1.8L
2003 SEAT LEON 1.8L
2002 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF IV 1.8L
2002 SEAT LEON 1.8L
2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF IV 1.8L
2001 SEAT LEON 1.8L
2000 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF IV 1.8L
2000 SEAT LEON 1.8L

The 57A-6022 fits the following vehicles:
2005 MG ZS120 1.8L
2005 MG ZR160 1.8L
2004 MG ZS120 1.8L
2004 MG ZR160 1.8L
2003 MG ZS120 1.8L
2003 MG ZR160 1.8L
2002 MG ZS120 1.8L
2002 MG ZR160 1.8L
2001 MG ZS120 1.8L
2001 MG ZR160 1.8L

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.

Trophy Truck Racer Ready for Best in the Desert Series Off-Road Race

Apr 19, 2007

The pace of the race is abusive, the terrain unforgiving, but it is spring in the Nevada desert and time for the Best in the Desert Terrible’s Town 250. This off-road race is considered a sprint race through some of the deepest silt beds and boulder fields.

Damien Jefferies in K&N sponsored Trophy Truck

Damen Jefferies in K&N sponsored Trophy Truck

Best in the Desert Terrible's Town 250 is next race

“The logistics of the Terrible’s Town 250 are cake compared to the Baja 1000,” said Trophy Truck Racer Damen Jefferies. “But, the pace is intense. Everyone is pushing the limit in this race.”

Damien Jefferies new K&N Trophy Truck has good power

Damen Jefferies new K&N Trophy Truck has good power

The race is presented by the Terrible Herbst Casino Corporation and starts in Pahrump, which is about 65 miles from the Las Vegas strip. It is also one of the richest off road races in the United States with a $20,000 purse for the winner.

Damen Jefferies of Oak Hills, California is ready to take on his formidable competitors through the rough and rocky terrain. The K&N Engineering sponsored racer has dominated every class he has driven in. “We built a brand new vehicle for 2007,” said Jefferies. “It’s light as far as trophy trucks go, but it has good power and it accelerates fast.”

Jefferies new K&N sponsored trophy truck was first tested in the SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge. He took 11th place out of 36 entries. “Our next race was the Tecate SCORE Baja 250,” he said. “After starting in the 26th position, we were up to 3rd place by race mile 80. That’s when our transmission expired. It’s still early in the game and we’re very optimistic about the rest of the season. We’re racing at Terrible’s Town to get extensive testing on the truck in preparation for the Baja 500.”

Jefferies is ready to get the job done at Pahrump. The K&N trophy truck utilizes a K&N designed air induction system as well as a K&N Performance Oil Filter which provides it with the power and protection it requires. “The bottom line is K&N has better filtering than anybody,” he said. “We can depend on K&N in the toughest and most severe desert conditions.”

By supporting racers like Damen, K&N is able to test and develop the finest products under the most extreme racing environments,” said Mike Rossi, K&N Research and Development Specialist. “Consistent air flow, low maintenance, durability and superior filtration are critical under these conditions. The development that takes place as a result of racing with teams like this improves K&N’s consumer product lines.”

Jefferies will race at Pahrump on April 28.

Follow Damien Jefferies' progress 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.

Teen's Driving Skills are Solid at Legend Season Opener at Irwindale Speedway

Apr 18, 2007

Cody Swanson is a competitor on the move. The 16-year-old kart racer from Norco, California had the opportunity to drive in the Legend Season Opener at Irwindale Speedway on April 14th.

Cody Swanson with Brian Won

“I was not a complete stranger to the track because of my first test session earlier in the year with K&N Engineering Sports Marketing Director Charles Maier,” said Cody Swanson. “Even though I tested in the K&N Ford Focus Midget, this was my first race on the track and my first time with other cars. I was nervous but very excited.”

Cody Swanson in lapped traffic at Irwindale Speedway

Swanson qualified 11 out of 37 cars and went straight to the main event. “My goal for the evening was to learn from the more experienced drivers,” he said. “I also wanted to finish somewhere inside the top ten in the Speed Wong Racing # 90 Legend car.”

The main event was 35 laps long around a 1/3 mile track. By lap five, Swanson was in 9th place. On lap 22, he was in 8th position. With four laps remaining, he passed one of Team Speed Wong’s main competitors for 6th place. “I was able to hang on and finish in at 6th in my first circle track race at Irwindale Speedway,” said Swanson. “I also wore my K&N driving suit and many people gave me compliments. This gave me the opportunity to talk about K&N products.”

Swanson will be driving in the Legend Car Series second race of the season on April 21st.

Follow Cody Swanson's progress 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.

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