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A K&N washable and reusable automotive cabin air filter is the first of its kind. The ability to clean and reuse an automotive cabin air filter is an important feature offered by K&N

In 1969 K&N threw the world a curve ball with a washable and reusable high-flow air filter and made K&N famous around the globe. At the time, filtration technology was limited to disposable and restrictive engine air filters. K&N founders, Ken Johnson and Norm McDonald (K&N), were avid motorcycle desert racers who became irritated with restrictive air filters that quickly became clogged with dirt and could not be cleaned. Their frustration inspired innovation and the washable / reusable K&N High-Flow Air Filter was born.

K&N cabin air filters trap dust, pollen, debris and pollutants as well as help control mold, mildew, spores, fungus, bacteria and germs to provide clean air for the driver and passengers

Forty-five years later K&N is once again turning the world on its head with the release of washable and reusable automotive cabin air filters. While a cabin air filter is part of your car, it isn’t just the car that benefits from the filtration a cabin air filter provides. Automotive cabin air filters are designed to filter the incoming air being breathed by the driver and passengers. Cabin air filters trap dust, pollen, debris and pollutants that might make it into a vehicle’s passenger compartment through the ventilation system. Breathing clean air while driving is especially important to those who suffer from allergies or breathing difficulties.

Replacing a dirty or clogged cabin air filter, like the one seen above, helps protect passengers as well as the vehicle’s heating and air conditioning system

Automotive cabin air filters are a fairly new concept and have only recently become integrated into the air conditioning/heating system of many U.S. market vehicles. Somewhere in the neighborhood of 80% of all new vehicles are equipped with a cabin air filter, or a place where one can be installed. Because cabin air filters are a relatively new idea, many vehicle owners do not realize their car is equipped with a cabin air filter, let alone the importance of changing it. A dirty or clogged cabin air filter can be the source of musty odors inside the vehicle while also impeding airflow into the passenger compartment causing heating or air conditioning problems. Replacing a cabin air filter is a simple, but important, piece of preventative maintenance that helps protect passengers and the vehicle’s heating and air conditioning system.

Most cabin air filters can be replaced without tools and are commonly found under the hood near the windshield, underneath the dashboard, or behind the glove compartment

The first step in replacing a vehicle’s cabin air filter is to determine if it is equipped with one. The owner’s manual is an excellent source to reference cabin air filter replacement intervals and pinpoint the location of the filter. If the owner’s manual doesn’t mention a cabin air filter, chances are pretty good the vehicle is not equipped with a cabin air filter. Cabin air filter location will vary by vehicle make and model but is generally found in one of three places. Most often a cabin air filter can be found under the hood near the windshield, underneath the dashboard, or behind the glove compartment. Most cabin air filters can be replaced without tools but some require basic hand tools to open the cabin air filter compartment. The recommended replacement interval also varies by vehicle manufacturer, but is typically between 12,000 and 15,000 miles under average driving conditions. Areas with higher than normal amounts of dust, pollen, pollution, and even leaves will require more frequent service.

K&N Cabin Air Filters use a single layer of synthetic material as a physical barrier pleated between wire screens and molded into a urethane frame for the ability to be cleaned repeatedly

K&N Cabin Air Filters use a single layer of thermally bonded nonwoven synthetic material as a physical barrier to trap dust, pollen, leaves and other debris. With the aid of K&N’s Refresher spray, an electrostatic charge is able to help capture many types of mold, mildew, spores, fungus, bacteria and germs while helping to control odors. K&N Cabin Air Filters are designed to meet factory filtration requirements and typically flow more air than the average disposable paper cabin air filter. Many cabin air filters on the market are a simple paper element lacking structure. K&N Cabin Air Filters are built with molded urethane and wire screen ensuring long life, and the ability to be cleaned repeatedly.

K&N recommends servicing its cabin air filters every 12,000 miles or more often for allergy sufferers, those with breathing difficulties, or vehicles in dirtier than normal environments

The ability to wash and reuse a filter is perhaps the most important feature offered by the new line of K&N cabin air filters. K&N Cabin Air Filters allow owners to clean their filter as often as necessary without incurring the cost of buying disposable filters over and over again. This is excellent news for allergy sufferers, those with breathing difficulties, or vehicles operated in dirtier than normal environments. K&N recommends servicing its cabin air filters at least every 12,000 miles. K&N Cabin Air Filters can be cleaned in a few simple steps with the new K&N Refresher Kit 99-6000. The 99-6000 Refresher kit is not to be confused with K&N’s traditional Recharger kit used for our high-flow engine air filters. Because the technology in our cabin air filters is different, the two cleaning kits cannot be substituted for one another. Each 99-6000 Refresher cabin air filter cleaning kit includes cleaning instructions.

A K&N washable and reusable automotive cabin air filter is the first of its kind. The ability to clean and reuse a cabin air filter is currently an exclusive feature offered by K&N in the U.S. automotive market segment. Over time a K&N Cabin Air Filter will pay for itself when compared to purchasing disposable filters time and again. K&N is so confident in its cabin air filters that they are covered by a 10-year/100,000 mile limited warranty.

To find a cabin air filter for your car, truck, or SUV please use the K&N search by vehicle tool. New cabin air filters are being developed all the time, and if K&N does not currently offer a filter for your vehicle, please request that K&N makes one using the online product request

Click the image above to view an informative video on the importance of changing a cabin air filter and the benefits of using a K&N cabin air filter

Bryce Menzies drives the Red Bull sponsored Pro-2 race truck and if not for a restart probably would have won Lucas Oil Off Road Racing round 11 at Wild West Motorsports Park

Ricky Johnson, two-time Pro-4 truck champion, had victory in his sights during Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing round 11 in Sparks, Nevada but a driving error forced him to make up lost ground

The Red Bull sponsored race team of Menzies Motorsports had an incredible weekend of Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing at Wild West Motorsports Park in Sparks, Nevada. The two driver team of Ricky Johnson, number 48, and Bryce Menzies, number 7, made the podium in each of their classes in the double-header race weekend.

Ricky Johnson, RJ for short, contested the Pro-4 four-wheel-drive class in both rounds 11 and 12 of the Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing series. Ricky Johnson qualified third for the round 11 main event in his number 48 Red Bull truck. Johnson, who is a two-time Pro-4 champion, was able to make a pass for the lead after just a few laps into the main. He held onto the lead until lap six when contact with a concrete barrier let the entire field come past him. Johnson isn’t one to give up easily. He spent the remainder of the race battling toward the front and would finish third.

Bryce Menzies, seen here with fellow Pro-2 truck driver Carl Renezeder, was determined to make up for the third place finish in LOORS round 11 by winning the race in round 12

The number 48 Red Bull Energy Pro-4 race truck piloted by Ricky Johnson had similar misfortune in the LOORS round 12 main event and he once again had to fight back toward the front

Bryce Menzies, in the number 7 Red Bull truck, had an excellent qualifying run with the fastest lap time in the Pro-2 two-wheel-drive truck class. LOORS imposed an inverted start to mix things up a bit and as a result Bryce had to start the round 11 main event in fourth place. Bryce drove his Red Bull Pro-2 truck past the number 38 truck piloted by Brian Deegan after a multi-lap battle for the lead. Bryce opened a significant gap between his number 7 Red Bull truck and the second place driver until a caution flag bunched the field together with only three laps to go. On the restart Brian Deegan shot to the lead and Bryce was unable to work his way back to the front. Bryce Menzies would finish third in the Red Bull Pro-2 truck.

Bryce Menzies finished third in LOORS round 11 and came back in round 12 to drive the Red Bull Menzies Motorsports Pro-2 truck to a decisive victory at Wild West Motorsports Park

Ricky Johnson, driving the Red Bull Menzies Motorsports Pro-4 truck, had back to back third place podium finishes in Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing rounds 11 and 12 in Sparks, Nevada

Ricky Johnson had similar luck during the round 12 main event the following day. This time, however, contact with another driver caused Johnson to spin out. Once again Johnson would fight his way from the back of the pack to another third place finish in the Pro-4 class. Like the Pro-4 class, history nearly repeated itself in the Pro-2 main event for Bryce Menzies. Although, once Bryce got to the front in Round 12, he would remain there eventually leading the second place driver by 15 truck lengths. Bryce Menzies would take the top spot on the podium in Pro-2 for round 12.

Although Menzies Motorsports is a little disappointed in “what could have been” for rounds 11 and 12, both team drivers were able to make it on the podium in every race. This is the first time Menzies Motorsports has been able to accomplish this all season. The next Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing event will be at Menzies Motorsports’ home track at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas, Nevada.

In just a few short years the culture in India has changed from viewing a motorcycle as a mode of transportation to forming a bond between man and machine previously seen only in western nations. The first generation Pulsar, introduced in 2001 from Bajaj Motorcycles, was a huge success and lead the Indian market to a new way of thinking about motorcycles. Suddenly performance, handling, and acceleration were influential factors when purchasing a motorcycle. In 2007 Bajaj Motorcycles once again ventured into new territory with the introduction of the Pulsar 200 and Pulsar 220 becoming the first Indian bikes to exceed 200 cubic centimeters.

The 2012, 2013, and 2014 Bajaj Pulsar 200NS Naked Sports bike can gain increased airflow and acceleration with a performance designed reusable air filter from K&N air filters

The Bajaj Pulsar is India’s No. 1 sports bike and elicits such excitement among owners that the manufacturer has dubbed the phenomena Pulsar Mania with affected owners lovingly referred to as Pulsarmaniacs. With exceptional handling, performance and modern styling the popular Bajaj Pulsar 200NS model, NS stands for “Naked Sports”, leads at the forefront of the Bajaj Pulsar Mania movement.

Flow Chart for K&N 2012, 2013 and 2014 Bajaj Pulsar 200NS 199 Air Filter BA-2012

K&N has released a new washable and reusable air filter, number BA-2012, to meet the performance demands of 2012, 2013, and 2014 Pulsar 200NS motorcycles and their owners. This High-Flow Replacement K&N Air Filter is designed as a direct air filter cross reference to the factory disposable air filter and comes pre-oiled so you’ll be ready to ride within minutes of opening the air filter box. K&N BA-2012 replacement air filter is specifically designed to fit into the stock air filter box of 2012, 2013, and 2014 Bajaj Pulsar 200NS models with 199cc engines.

Replacement Motorcylce High-Flow K&N Air Filters are performance designed to provide increased airflow, resulting in increased acceleration and throttle response while providing excellent filtration. Fuel management changes or additional modifications to your 2012, 2013, and 2014 Bajaj Pulsar 200NS is not necessary to obtain increased performance. Installation is typically as simple as removing your disposable air filter and replacing it with a K&N air filter inside the stock air filter box.

Some might be worried that an increase in airflow comes at the expense of filtration efficiency and engine protection. K&N performs filtration efficiency testing following the internationally recognized ISO 5011 protocol to guarantee that our air filters will provide high airflow without sacrificing engine protection. The results of K&N’s BA-2012 air filtration testing are made available for those who are interested.

Perhaps more exciting than the increased performance that comes with a High-Flow K&N Air Filter is that they are also a washable and reusable air filter. The ability to wash and reuse a K&N air filter means that it will pay for itself over time. Part number BA-2012 can be washed and made like new using one of the K&N Recharger air filter service kits.

Covered by the famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty® (1.6 million kilometers), and made in the USA, K&N’s BA-2012 will be the last air filter your 2012, 2013, and 2014 Bajaj Pulsar 200NS model with a 199cc engine will ever need. BA-2012 high performance air filter for the 2012, 2013, and 2014 Bajaj Pulsar 200NS is designed to be installed in the stock air filter box without any need for modifications or tuning in the following Bajaj Motorcycles:

2014 BAJAJ PULSAR 200NS 199 – All
2013 BAJAJ PULSAR 200NS 199 – All
2012 BAJAJ PULSAR 200NS 199 – All

K&N Engineering is the world's leading manufacturer of washable performance air filters and air intake systems. With more than 5,000 products designed for cars, trucks, motorcycles, and industrial applications, K&N probably has a filter for your vehicle. The K&N World headquarters, main manufacturing facilities and primary distribution center is based in Riverside, California. K&N is a world class filtration company selling air filters, oil filters, and air intake systems in over 30 countries. To find an Authorized K&N Dealer in your part of the world, please use the K&N dealer search feature on knfilters.com

For all K&N Bajaj Pulsar 200NS air filters visit the Bajaj Pulsar 200NS Air Filters page on KNFilters.com.

K&N Air Intake System 69-7079TS is powdercoated in a silver color to protect the tube and look good under the hood of the 2013 to 2014 Nissan Juke and Juke NISMO turbo models

The Nissan Juke is a sporty turbocharged crossover SUV from the Nissan Motor Corporation. The standard Nissan Juke is equipped with a 1.6-liter direct injected turbocharged engine rated at 188 horsepower. In 2013 Nissan introduced a NISMO (Nissan’s motorsports and performance division) tuned Juke and cranked up power output another 9 horsepower and 7 lb-ft of torque.

Short Ram Intake System 69-7079TS from K&N Air Filters is designed to increase horsepower and torque for turbocharged 2013 to 2014 Nissan Juke and Juke NISMO 1.6L models

The small, but energetic, 1.6L turbocharged engine found in 2013, and 2014 Nissan Juke and Juke NISMO models makes for a fun-to-drive crossover SUV, but reducing air intake restriction can help this turbo engine perform even better. Owners seeking some extra boost in the power department can now install the 69-7079TS K&N performance short ram intake system. By replacing the maze of air ducting, stock air filter box, and disposable car air filters, K&N intake systems are able to reduce restriction and increase power.

Dyno Chart - An otherwise stock 2013 Nissan Juke NISMO 1.6L turbo gained an estimated 7.23 more horsepower and an estimated 6.32 lb-ft of torque with a K&N Air Filters short ram intake system

69-7079TS 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. The larger than stock 2-3/4 inch intake tube is mated to the original equipment throttle body with a reinforced stepped coupler. A durable silver color powder coated finish is applied to the tube, providing an attractive appearance under the hood that will look great for years to come.

K&N equips the 69-7079TS with the oversized RC-5128 chrome-top reusable air filter, providing a large surface to help increase airflow without sacrificing engine protection. The reusable air filter is made with K&N’s famous high-flow filter media so it’s a washable and reusable air filter that can go up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions. A heat shield shrouds the air filter under the hood, helping to deflect engine heat away from incoming air and this short ram intake also retains the factory fresh air inlet.

All of the design features of the 69-7079TS performance air intake system work in harmony to deliver increased performance. On the dyno, 69-7079TS produced an estimated additional 7.23 horsepower at 5936 rpm and an equally beneficial 6.32 pound-feet of torque at 4037 rpm over the factory air filter box system when installed on an otherwise stock 2013 Nissan Juke NISMO 1.6L turbo.

The 69-7079TS performance air intake system is an excellent upgrade for 2013, and 2014 Nissan Juke and Juke NISMO models with the 1.6L 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 69-7079TS with the industry-leading K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty®. If you’re looking to bring your 2013 and 2014 Nissan Juke S or SV up to par with the NISMO edition, or looking to take your Juke NISMO to the next level, look no further than the 69-7079TS Typhoon short ram intake system. K&N Air Intake System 69-7079TS is designed to provide a lifetime of increased power on the following Nissan Juke models:

2015 Nissan Juke 1.6L L4 F/I - Non-US, Turbo
2014 Nissan Juke 1.6L L4 F/I - Turbo
2013 Nissan Juke 1.6L L4 F/I - Turbo
2012 Nissan Juke 1.6L L4 F/I - Non-US, Turbo

For all K&N Nissan Juke air intakes visit the Nissan Juke Air Intakes page on KNFilters.com.

Jake Andreotti proudly poses with his trophy and the number 7P K&N Filters Micro Sprint Car in victory circle at Plaza Park Raceway in Visalia, California

Jake Andreotti is a Micro Sprint Car driver based in the Northern California area. Jake began racing at just five years old with training beginning six months earlier. During a period of over six years racing Quarter Midget cars, Andreotti built up quite a race resume. He was able to accumulate five national titles, 20 club titles, regional titles and other series championships. Andreotti has broken track records across the United States and can even boast that he has raced internationally in Canada.

The Andreotti Racing team chooses a K&N reusable air filter and K&N crankcase breather to provide the airflow and protection needed to win races in their Pace Chassis Micro Sprint car

At the end of the 2013 Quarter Midget season Jake, and his father Jared, decided it was time to take Andreotti Racing to the next level. Jake took the skills he learned racing Quarter Midgets with him when he began racing Micro Sprint Cars for the 2014 season. Despite having to learn to drive an all-new car, Jake Andreotti has six wins to his name this season. His first main event win came in May at the Delta Speedway in Stockton, California. “It was a very memorable moment filled with high-fives, thumbs up, clapping, and such memorable bids of congratulations” said Jake’s mother Jenni Andreotti.

In just his first year of Micro Sprint Car racing, Jake Andreotti has already accumulated six wins and is battling for the King Of California championship title

Jake once again drove his number 7P K&N Filters Micro Sprint Car to victory circle at Plaza Park Raceway in Visalia, California. This was the second race towards the King Of California championship title. Jake’s father Jared Andreotti said of Plaza Park Raceway “Tricky track with some hard racing with very tough competition.” Jake didn’t have much time to celebrate his victory in Visalia, California as the Andreotti Racing family was on track again the next night in Leemore, California.

Unfortunately the race at Lemoore Raceway didn’t go as smoothly as the Andreotti team would have liked. “Salvaged a pretty good night considering nothing went our way. Started 13th in main, spun went to the back restarted 23rd and finished 7th. Very proud how Jake drove and stayed very strong” said Jake’s father Jared. With his finish at Lemoore Raceway, Jake Andreotti is only two points out of first place in the King Of California chase.

K&N believes in supporting up and coming racers at the grassroots level. K&N is proud to sponsor Andreotti racing and the number 7P K&N Filters Micro Sprint Car. Be sure to keep an eye on this young man as he has been described as “the next Kyle Larson” by those who have seen him race. Kyle Larson, who also got his start in the Northern California racing scene, was the 2012 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East champion and is now a rookie of the year contender in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.