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ORION Sub Challenge Test Results

Orion Car AudioOrion Sub Challenge
At Orion Car Audio, they know that if you want to BE the best, you have to BEAT the best, so they decided to put that motto to the test by placing the Orion HCCA Subwoofer head-to-head with its closest competition. They took great pains to make sure that the test is both fair and easy to repeat.

In fact, they are keeping the challenge going by laying out their test methodology and challenging their competitors to try the same test and see if they get the same results. May the best woofer win – and in their tests that was the Orion HCCA!

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AEM Factory Rebate Program

AEM Rebate

AEM is helping you out this October with their first ever Factory Rebate Program. This program is aimed putting a few bucks back in the pocket of customers buying AEM products, and give the people selling AEM products a hand at closing the deal.

Rebate Program Info

From October 1st through October 31st AEM will rebate the consumer 10% of the purchase price of any AEM Product!

Rebate Instructions

Fill out and Mail completed rebate form, original proof of purchase (receipt) for AEM product(s) and the UPC from each package to the address below. Failure to complete this procedure will void your eligibility to receive this factory rebate. Incomplete forms will not be processed or returned.

Terms and Conditions

Customer must verify which AEM retailer the purchase was made from. Rebate offer good on AEM products only. Not valid with any other discount, coupon, offer, prior purchase, exchange or refund. Rebate is NOT redeemable for cash. Offer valid from 10-01-2008 through 10-31-2008. Rebate value will be 10% of AEM Product purchase price only and will not include shipping, handling or taxes. Rebate submission must be submitted within 30 days of the end of this promotion to be redeemable. AEM reserves the right to cancel this REBATE OFFER at anytime, for any reason.

HKS Press Release: Nissan GT-R Premium Suction

70018-AN006

The HKS Premium Suction Kit features an aluminum polished finish and is designed to reuse the stock
blow-by pipes. The Inner diameter of HKS‘ specially designed cast aluminum suction pipe is 53mm
compared with stock 45mm.

HKS 70018-AN006 Comparison

By increasing the inner pipe diameter, restriction of intake air flow is reduced by about 12% resolving the
inevitable bottle neck effect at high boost level.

K&N Press Release: Lexus IS-F Air Filter Gets an Extra 28HP!

69-8703TS

The 2008 Lexus IS F is a hot rod with a chassis compared to the Porsche 911 Carrera. The 5.0 liter V8 IS F engine is based on the 4.6 liter version that powers the LS 460 and GS 460.

For even more power, K&N has designed a new air intake system (69-8703TS) in powder coated silver for the 2008 Lexus IS F with 5.0 liter V8 engine. K&N dynamometer tests show a 28.15 horsepower gain at 5900 RPM with use of the K&N air intake system. K&N tests multiple vehicles for each air intake kit it makes to ensure a consistent horsepower and torque gain.

69-8703TS_Installed

The 69-8703TS is designed to reduce restriction and provide the benefits of a washable and reusable lifetime replacement K&N air filter (RT-4590). This K&N cone shaped air filter has a titanium top for added strength and light weight.

K&N air intake systems are designed to be installed in 90 minutes or less and are backed by the famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty.

Honda S2000 Goeth… Replacement Cometh?

S3000 Concept

A bit of a surprise at the 2009 Shanghai Auto Show is this Honda concept that could be chalked up as a successor to the Honda S2000, which ceases production after the 2009 model year. Although this does share similar aspects as the Honda S3000 we speculated about last year, not much is known about this; no details on powerplant, driveline, suspension or otherwise. Just a good looking body and enough to stoke some discussion and get the rumor mills churnin’.

ARK Design Press Release: R8 Wheels

ARK R8 Chrome

ARK Design’s R8 Wheel is a lightweight one piece design, developed for style, performance and strength. The R8 features eight solid spokes plus a signature “Balance Ring” to provide rigidity for reduce wheel flex and strength from direct impact.

ARK Design R8 Wheels

The spoke and rim design are specifically developed for large high-performance brake caliper and rotor clearance. The R8 is available in 18 or 19 inch diameter and various widths and offsets to fit numerous cars. ARK Design’s R8 Wheel has gone through rigorous quality testing and is JWL (Japan Light Alloy Wheel) and VIA (Vehicle Inspection Association) certified.

Lexus LF-A Bound for 24Hour Nürburgring?

Lexus LF-A

Speculation and rumors have been swirling around the future of the Lexus supercar, known as the LF-A. Prototypes of this were hailed as a Supra replacement, but as development progressed and revisions were unveiled, it was obvious this was going to be so much more. The LF-A was rumored to have a V10, cost over $250,000 and ready to tackle the most impressive Ferraris and Lambo’s – Until it wasn’t.

Lexus LF-A 24

But now, Lexus it reporting that the Lexus LF-A will be competing in the 24 Hour of Nürburgring. The vehicle that will compete is indeed running a 4.8L V10, producing almost 500HP and will be mated to a sequential gearbox. All this combined with a release by Lexus stating the LF-A competing is “being developed with an eye toward commercial release.” will make this a race to watch.

Don’t miss the 24Hour Nürburgring, taking place just one month away; May 21-24th.

DBA Press Release: Elise’s and Wrangler’s and Evo’s (oh my!)

DBA 4000-5000Series

DBA proudly introduces the latest addition of performance brake rotors for the Jeep Wrangler JK, Mitsubishi Evolution X and Louts Elise/Exige.

DBA 4000 Series Rotors are a mid-series enhanced performance rotor. These rotors feature Thermal Stability Profiling (TSP) for improved heat handling and Thermo-Graphic paint markings for effective heat monitoring.

The DBA 5000 Series Brake Rotors are designed for the serious driver. These 2-piece ultra-high performance rotors feature aerospace grade materials for added thermal (heat) protection to you vehicle’s wheel bearings.

Whichever DBA Rotors you choose, you can be sure they will provide miles of performance and reliability as DBA was recently awarded the coveted ‘2009 Manufacturer of the Year Award’ from the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA). Congrats guys!

K&N Press Release: New Honda Fit Drop In

33-2422

K&N has released a new lifetime replacement air filter (33-2422) for the 2009 Honda Fit with a 1.5 liter engine. It is custom designed to fit in the factory air box with a simple drop in design. Just remove the disposable air filter and replace it with K&N.

The washable, reusable flat panel K&N air filter is designed to increase horsepower and acceleration while providing excellent filtration. The (33-2422) is 1 inch in height (25mm) with an outside length of 6.813 inches (173mm) and an outside width of 6.688 inches (170mm).

This air filter is made in the United States and it is backed by the famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty.