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The Scuderia Southwest Festival of Speed: Where You Find Speed, You’ll Find K&N

Festival of Speed cars at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

Eye candy was everywhere at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale

It’s called the Festival of Speed, but I toyed with other labels as I walked through the gleaming rows of exotic cars and motorcycles in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Powwow of Power, the Celebration of Acceleration, the Cadre of Cool – okay, enough of that. But the event, which was staged on the beautiful grass swells that surround the picturesque McCormick Scottsdale Resort lagoon, was truly a unique chance to study some of the rarest examples in the motorsports world. It was an opportunity for the common man to walk in the halls of the elite.

K&N filter in Camaro at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

That's a K&N filter in the pristine engine compartment of a classic Camaro

The event attracted millions of dollars worth of the most exotic hardware the performance motor industry has ever produced. There were rows of Lamborghinis, clusters of McLarens, and groupings of Porches. Of course, the most muscular examples of the American automotive industry were in attendance, as were rare and unique one-off customs. The small stand of historic Ducati race bikes added a dash spice to the event. It was truly a visual seminar in the development of performance throughout the decades.

Festival of Speed race car at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

Both closed-course racers and street-legal exotics were on display

It was no surprise that K&N was a ubiquitous presence at the event. The open hoods revealed numerous examples of the unmistakable red hue of the cotton gauze media sitting proudly atop the performance intakes. When I asked the owner of a pristine 1967 Camero about his intake and K&N filter he said, “I built that custom intake unit and I wasn’t going to cap it off with a restrictive filter.” Another enthusiast, who had a round K&N filter on top of his Chevy 427 Turbo-Jet, simply said, “I just like that I can wash and oil the filter and I’m back on the road. K&N’s are great filters.”

Festival of Speed Ducati at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

The small cluster of Ducati classics drew crowds. Yes, that's a K&N on the beautiful L-twin

No matter what the specific reasoning, dozens of the exotics at the festival were proudly displaying K&N technology. There were K&N pods on two beautiful classic Ducati Desmos and another on the intake of a rare amphibious convertible. No telling how many others were hiding in the air boxes of the modern speedsters.

The festival was a spectacular gathering in every way. In addition to the pure joy the event was for both attendees and owners, the Festival of Speed had a higher purpose. All of the proceeds of the perfectly staged event went to Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Take a look below for some images of the eye candy on display at the 9th Annual Scuderia Southwest Festival of Speed. (All photos by Tim Kessel)

427 engine at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

A K&N on a fire-breathing 427 Turbo-Jet

Formula 1 car at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

Even open-wheeled Formula 1 cars graced the show

Festival cars at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

Beautiful twins on the Scottsdale grass

Two Porsches at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

Porsches lined up on the banks of the lagoon

Festival cars at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

Not-so-mellow-yellows back to back

Shelby Cobra at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

A 1966 Shelby Cobra at parade rest

Classic race car at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

Vintage speedsters were a hit at the festival

Posrche front end at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

A classic Porsche strapped up and ready to roll

Festival banner at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

The festival drew loads of fans

Ducati with K&N filter at the Festival of Speed in Scottsdale, Arizona

Another beautiful Ducati that breathes through a K&N

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2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis Cartridge Oil Filter Traps 99% of Containments

The K&N PS-7035 Cartridge Oil Filter for the 2015 and 2016 Hyundai Genesis.

The K&N PS-7035 cartridge oil filter is engineered for the 2015 and 2016 Hyundai Genesis.

K&N is offering the PS-7035 Pro Series cartridge oil filter specifically for the 2015 and 2016 Hyundai Genesis.

Introduced in March 2007, the Hyundai Genesis was conceived in 2003. It took Hyundai three years to perfect the body design and the total cost of the project to create the car was $500 million over a 23-month development period.

It is said that the Korean automaker was trying to create its answer to the BMW 5-Series sedan. In fact, in the press release that announced the introduction of the car, Hyundai claimed that the Genesis exceeded the BMW in torsional rigidity by 14%.

Four engines were available to power the front-engine, rear-wheel drive sedan - a 3.3-liter Lambda V6, a 3.8-liter Lambda V6, a 4.6-liter Tau V8 and a 5.0-liter Tau V8. Three transmissions were available including a 6-speed Aisin B-600 automatic, a 6-speed ZF 6HP26 automatic, and an 8-speed automatic.

The 2015 Hyundai Genesis was totally redesigned. The full size, rear-wheel-drive luxury sedan comes with a choice of two engines - a 3.8-liter V6 that delivers 311-horsepower and 293-lb-ft of torque and a 5.0-liter V8 that produces 420-horsepower and 383-lb-ft of torque. It is also available in all-wheel drive.

Standard features of the Genesis sedan include 18-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, a rearview camera, heated mirrors, automatic wipers, cruise control, automatic climate control, keyless ignition and entry, heated eight-way power front seats with four-way power lumbar, leather upholstery, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a touchscreen interface, navigation system, real-time traffic, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, Hyundai’s Blue Link emergency telematics system, a seven-speaker audio system with a CD player, an auxiliary audio jack, USB/iPod interface, HD radio and satellite radio.

Specifically engineered for the 2015 and 2016 Hyundai Genesis, the K&N PS-7035 Pro Series cartridge oil filter features a high flow filter design to improve performance. It is versatile. It can be used on any type of oil including synthetic, conventional, or blended. It is engineered to offer superior filtration, which allows it to capture and hold 99% of harmful contaminants. The media material is pleated offering more surfaces to provide high filtration capacity. This allows the filter to be used longer than many conventional oil filters. It also includes a durable nitrile rubber gasket.

The K&N PS-7035 cartridge oil filter is designed to fit the following vehicle applications:

2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS SEDAN 3.8L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 HYUNDAI GENESIS SEDAN 3.8L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 HYUNDAI GENESIS 5.0L V8 Fuel Injection - All Models

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K&N 2016 SEMA Show Day 3: Truck, SUV, and 4x4 Hall

Ripp superchargers JK Jeep Wrangler at 2016 SEMA show

The truck, SUV, and 4x4 hall is filled with even more awesome vehicles

Our live coverage of SEMA continues and on day three we perused the truck, SUV, and off road hall. It would seem that trucks are taking over SEMA. Especially big, lifted off road trucks. There are hundreds of companies here displaying all of their latest and greatest products for the truck and off road segment of the industry. From suspension manufacturers to lighting and other accessories, if you are into trucks, SEMA is the place to be.

We hope you have been enjoying our SEMA coverage as much as we have enjoyed sharing it with you. Tomorrow will be our final day of coverage and we will take you through the wheel and tire hall and give you a recap of some other vehicles from around the show.

Pink Jeep Wrangler JK at 2016 SEMA show

Yes a girl owns it and yes she really uses it

Toyota Tacoma and Tundra with K&N intakes at 2016 SEMA show

Like big brother and little brother. They also both have K&N cold air intakes

Camouflage wrapped Jeep JK

Camo wraps were pretty popular all over the show

Rockstar Garage Denali, Can Am, and RZR at 2016 SEMA show

This looks like a bundle of fun and all of them are protected by K&N filters

Rockstar Garage JK with R1 Concepts brakes at 2016 SEMA show

Got flex? This Rockstar Garage JK does and it has R1 Concepts big brakes

Curt Leduc Jeep Wrangler JK with Skyjacker lift and K&N intake at 2016 SEMA show

Curt Leduc's JK features a Skyjacker lift and K&N intake system

Rockstar Garage Jeep JK at the 2016 SEMA show

This is one of almost 20 vehicles that Rockstar Garage brought to the 2016 SEMA show

Ford Raptor in Bulletliner booth at 2016 SEMA show

Bullet Liner showcased their product all over this Ford Raptor

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K&N 2016 SEMA Show Day 2: Hot Rod and Performance Hall

Chevrolet 3100 with K&N filter at 2016 SEMA show

There are tons of insanely cool custom vehicles at the 2016 SEMA show

Day 2 of the SEMA show is just about in the books. Today, we will take you on a journey through Central Hall. This is probably the main hall at the show. The major OEMs are here, along with racing and performance companies, Hot Rod Alley, and a ton more.

K&N’s booth is located in the racing and performance section and we have a few really cool vehicles including a pro-touring 1961 Oldsmobile F-85 and a pair of custom motorcycles; an Indian Scout from Roland Sands Designs and a custom Harley-Davidson Sportster from Fuller Moto. But that’s enough talk. Check out the coverage and come back tomorrow for the truck, SUV, and off-road coverage.

2016 Ford F-150 with K&N cold air intake

Along with all the classic cars and muscle cars, there are a ton of brand new vehicles

Vaughn Gittin Jr RTR Mustang in Ford's booth at SEMA

Vaughn Gittin Jr's RTR Mustang was found in Ford's booth

C10 frame with K&N filter at 2016 SEMA show

K&N filters even spice up bare frames, which is probably why CPP chose one for this C10 frame

custom convertible Cadillac with K&N filter

Long, low, and clean is the theme of this Cadillac

Hummer H1 in Odyssey batteries booth at SEMA

Even 20+ years old, the Hummer H1 still looks just as amazing as day 1

Custom bagger motorcycle with K&N filter

This custom bagger was built to honor fallen soldiers

Custom filter housing on Chevy Nomad at 2016 SEMA show

We spotted this custom filter housing with a K&N filter on a real nice Nomad

Pre-runner F-150 from Deberti Designs

This pre-runner style F-150 was built by DeBerti Designs

Harley-Davidson Sportster built by Fuller Moto

Courtesy of Fuller Moto comes this custom Harley-Davidson Sportster

1961 Oldsmobile F-85 in K&N booth at SEMA

Can you find the filters on this 1961 Oldsmobile F-85?

Roland Sands Designs custom Indian Scout motorcycle

Roland Sands Designs built this modern version of a classic Indian

Pair of K&N filters on custom Nova

A pair of K&N filters is the cherry on top of a beautiful cake

Custom filter housing with K&N filters at 2016 SEMA show

Another custom housing to hold K&N filters was spotted on this insane engine

K&N Pro Series West driver Ryan Partridge car at 2016 SEMA show

K&N Pro Series West runner-up champion Ryan Partridge's car was present

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2016 SEMA Show Day 1: Mobile Electronics and Outside

Rockstar Garage Ford Bronco

This gorgeous Ford Bronco belongs to our friends over at Rockstar Garage

SEMA 2016 is here and Las Vegas is teeming with prime examples from just about every segment of the automotive industry. If you aren’t familiar with this event, it is an annual automotive aftermarket event put on by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA). It is essentially an expo for aftermarket companies to showcase their product to the rest of the automotive industry.

It is held at the Las Vegas Convention Center and features everything from big, lifted, off-road ready trucks to slammed imports tucking rubber, classic American muscle to the best that Europe has to offer and everything in between. We are going to kick off our coverage of the 2016 SEMA show with a combination of North Hall and the area outside of the halls. North hall consists of mainly automotive electronics and accessories as well as tools and equipment, while outside is mostly feature vehicles from different companies. We hope you enjoy the coverage and be sure to check back each day for more coverage of SEMA 2016!

Custom Honda Grom pit bike motorcycle

This Honda Grom aka "Squeeze Box" was built by Pfaff Designs

Ford Ranchero K&N filter engine bay

What better way to clean the air going into a beautiful Ranchero, than with a K&N filter?

Custom 2016 Cadillac Escalade

From this angle, this Escalade looks like it is tucking lug nut!

Custom painted Ford Raptor native american veterans

Built to honor Native American veterans, this "Proud Eagle" Ford Raptor is a definite headturner

Tri-tone, red, white, and blue Jeep Wrangler

What do you think about this tri-tone Wrangler?

Lifted 2017 Ford Super Duty dually

One of only a handful of 2017 Ford Super Dutys

custom orange wrapped Lamborghini Huracan

Keep an eye out for this matte orange Lamborghini Huracan in the 2017 K&N calendar

Lifted 2016 Ford F-150 with K&N cold air intake system

Who's ready to do some night time off-roading? This guy might, especially with his K&N intake!

Custom engraved 2016 Ford F-150

Lots of cars here have gorgeous paint and wraps, but this truck is actually engraved!

Custom engraved 2016 Ford F-150 by Hanro Studios

Hanro Studios got down on their 2016 "H150" with some custom engraving work

K&N Dodge Challenger Hellcat

K&N brought out their two-tone Challenger Hellcat to showcase some new product

Custom Ford F-250 Super Duty stack in hood

Think only semis have stacks? Well this Ford F-250 Super Duty has one coming straight from the turbo

Optima Ultimate Street Car Mike Maier Ford Mustang

We did a full sweep of Optima Alley. Keep an eye out for more coverage coming soon!

Custom carbon fiber Honda CBX motorcycle

K&N's very own Nick O'kane brought out his custom carbon fiber Honda CBX

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