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Daytona 500 Sprint Cup Series Champion Penske Car Equipped with K&N Air Filter

Ryan Newman propelled across the finish line to victory in Sunday's 50th Daytona 500 with a K&N air filter inside Penske's No. 12 Alltel Dodge and K&N decals displayed on each fender. The Penske Racing Dodges ganged up on Tony Stewart in a three lap run to the finish at Daytona International Speedway.

Daytona 500 Champion Ryan Newman and K&N's Charlie Maier
Daytona 500 Champion Ryan Newman and K&N's Charles Maier
There were 42 lead changes among sixteen drivers which made the Daytona 500 one of the most memorable races in history.

On lap 198, the 18 car driven by Kyle Busch got in line behind the 20 driven by Stewart. Kurt Bush, Ryan Newman’s teammate got behind Newman in the draft and helped pushed Newman to the win. Stewart took a third place finish and Kyle Bush came in fourth despite leading 86 laps throughout the race. Kurt Busch took the runner-up position.

This was the first time a Penske car won Daytona and finished 1-2 in a Cup race. Roger Penske now has a Daytona 500 win to go with his 14 victories in the Indianapolis 500. “Winning the Daytona 500 is a special victory for Penske Racing and the No. 12 Alltel Dodge team,” said Penske. “We could not have achieved such a win without the assistance from our sponsors including K&N air filters.”

K&N Engineering has been supplying Penske Racing with product on and off for years. “The past two years we have formed a mutually beneficial marketing and product development effort,” said K&N Sports Marketing Director Charles Maier. “We would like to think that the race finished 1-2 for Team Penske due to our product and that it made the difference. In reality Penske Racing has made several changes and the results are coming to Victory Lane. K&N is glad to be part of the progress.”

Newman broke an 81-race drought dating back to 2005 with this race. The Penske team will be back this weekend for round two of the Sprint Cup Series at California Speedway in Fontana, California.

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Innovative Air Filter for 2007, 2008 and 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 Turbo Diesel Pickup Trucks

The 2007 to 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 turbo diesel is a heavy duty pickup truck designed for the serious truck crowd. Their 6.7 liter diesel engine produces 350 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque. These mighty diesel trucks come with exhaust brakes which provide additional stability and breaking power when towing heavier loads. With their powerful engine, high towing capacity, and appealing body style, the Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 are solid choices for hard-core truckers.

2007, 2008 and 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 Diesel Air Filter
2007, 2008 and 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 Diesel Air Filter
K&N Engineering designed a washable and reusable replacement HD diesel air filter for the 2007, 2008 and 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup truck. The E-0784 was designed to offer virtually unrestricted air flow to your Ram's engine while providing excellent filtration.

The E-0784, replacement air filter, was engineered to fit directly into the factory air box of your pickup. This drop-in design means adding performance to your 2007 to 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 or 3500 turbo diesel is easy. Simply unfasten the air box clamps and remove the lid, swap the stock panel filter with a K&N lifetime air filter, replace and fasten the air box lid and you are done.

"The unique cube-shape design (for the E-0784) was created to maximize surface area of the filter which allows for a higher airflow capacity than the stock panel type air filter." said Joost Adriaans, Product Manager for the E-0784. "It is designed to increase horsepower and torque."

K&N OE Replacement Air Filters are warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one million miles. The E-0784 will be the last air filter your Dodge Ram 2500 or 3500 turbocharged diesel will ever need.

If you need to find other K&N products for your Dodge Ram or any other vehicle use the Application Search on KNFilters.com.

Viper Chassis at Perris Motors Speedway is a Winner

Veteran sprint car driver and K&N sponsored racer Cory Kruseman started the 2008 season on a high note at Perris Auto Speedway in Perris, California on February 8th and 9th.

Cory Kruseman and Lucas Oil Team, photo courtesy of Doug Allen
Cory Kruseman and Lucas Oil Team, photo courtesy of Doug Allen
Kruseman was able to take victory on both nights, while starting near the back of the pack on Perris’ dirt oval. “It was cool both nights, Kruseman said. “We were able to debut our new Viper chassis on the car and we were happy with the car all weekend.”

Cory Kruseman uses K&N Engineering Products Cory Kruseman uses K&N Engineering Products
Kruseman took the lead and drove to victory with three laps to go on February 8th, and followed that up the next evening with a thrilling victory coming in the final lap of the race.

The two wins put Kruseman within fifteen victories of tying Dean Thompson’s all time record. “It’spretty exciting, he was a legend. Just the possibility of winning that many events on the West Coast is exciting.”

Kruseman uses K&N’s composite airbox (100-8567) and K&N’s oil filter (HP-3002) on his 410 c.i. sprint car.

“K&N products always allow us to squeeze in a few more races between rebuilds. Everything seems to fit with no modifications.”

Kruseman’s next race will be the Las Vegas USAC on February 28th and 29th at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

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British Rallycross and Irish Rallycross 2008 Season Underway

The Rallycross Open Championship is underway and Jamie Lea is hoping to compete in all the UK rounds during the 2008 season.

Jamie Lea's Ford Fiesta with Mitsubishi Evo 6 Turbo Engine Jamie Lea's Ford Fiesta with Mitsubishi Evo 6 Turbo Engine
Lea drives a rear wheel drive Ford Fiesta with a Mitsubishi Evo 6 turbo engine. It has a six speed gearbox, fully floating group 4 axle. “We use a K&N Apollo air filter system and exceed 300 bhp,” said Lea. “The K&N Apollo works very well in the conditions that we race in.”

Ben Power's Ford SportKA with updated engine
Ben Power's Ford SportKA with updated engine
Rallycross is circuit racing with ten cars on the track competing against each other. The track has a mixed surface of tarmac and loose gravel. The Rallycross circuit racers compete in tracks like Croft, Knockhill and Mondello Park in Ireland.

“We have been racing for 6 years in the Rallycross circuit,” said Lea. “For the past twenty years we’ve raced in many forms of motorsports, but Rallycross is by far the best sport for us.”

Lea finished third in 2007 in the Super National Class. His team is currently building a new super national car. “It is a Toyota MR2 with a Honda Civic type R engine,” he said. “We hope to do really well this year.”

Ben Power is another rallycross racer who plans to compete in the British Rallycross Championship season and selected rounds of the Irish Rallycross Championship. “My vehicle is a Ford SportKA,” said Power. “It is however, no ordinary Sportka. It is designed with a unique built space framed chassis with a molded carbon/Kevlar lightweight body.” Rallycross has several categories and Power competes in the Supermodified class which is 2 wheel-drive cars with unlimited engine size.

“I love going fast and the adrenaline rush from racing is great,” said Power. “Motorsports have been an interest in my family for generations.”

Power’s engine is a 2.3 Duratec engine, which produces more than 280 bhp through the front wheels. His car has a 6 speed sequential Hewland gearbox and Reiger 3 way adjustable suspension. Overall, his vehicle weighs less than 700kg. “We use K&N Engineering’s RE-0860 air filter,” said Power. “It works very well and provides good induction for the car. We also use K&N filter cleaner and oil.”

Power has been racing for three years. “I’m 18-year’s old and have been in the Supermodified category for two years and before that I raced in Junior Rallycross,” he said. “I also used K&N on my Junior Rallycross car.”

Power has plans to defend his Irish championship title and wants to improve on the Supermodified category where he placed second in 2007.

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Elvis Impersonator Stands by K&N for Two Decades

Elvis, aka Joey Franklin took the victory in the inaugural race at the Death Valley Raceway in Amargosa, Nevada.

Joey Franklin uses K&N productsJoel Franklin uses K&N products
Franklin, a full time Elvis impersonator and sprint car driver, won the race despite a late arrival and starting position at the back of the pack. “I drove a good race,” Franklin said. “I was able to take the lead in the last four laps and maintained my position for the win.”
Race winner, Elvis impersonator Joey Franklin, next to his sprint car Race winner, Elvis impersonator Joey Franklin, next to his sprint car

Track conditions were dry on the dirt oval for the race and Franklin proved to be a fan favorite. Franklin said he has always been able to use his status as an Elvis impersonator to his advantage at racing events. “Track announcers always seem to have fun with it. They always make comments like ‘Elvis has entered the building.’”

Sponsors take notice of Franklin’s talents as well, and are glad to get the extra attention win or lose. “Right now I have someone at Impact Racing working on an Elvis suit to wear when I’m racing. So I’m excited about that.”

Franklin uses K&N’s composite airbox air filter (100-8567) and K&N's oil filter (HP-3002) in addition to K&N’s breather filter (62-1440) on his winged 410 sprint car. “K&N always has a quality product,” he said. “I’ve been using K&N products since 1987 when I was racing go-karts.”

Franklin’s next race will be the Las Vegas USAC held February 28th and 29th at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

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