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Boost Chevy Malibu Turbo Power and Acceleration with an AEM Cold Air Intake

Boost power on the 2014-2015 Chevrolet Malibu Turbo 2.0L with an AEM 21-794C Cold Air Intake

Boost power on the 2014-2015 Chevrolet Malibu Turbo 2.0L with an AEM 21-794C cold air intake

For many decades, the Chevy Malibu existed simply for the sake of existing. It wasn't pretty, and it wasn't particularly nice. But it was cheap, and it was reliable enough to get you to your job at BarfBurger on time. The 8th generation 2014-2015 Chevrolet Malibu 2.0L Turbo was intended to change all of that, and restore some luster to the once proud nameplate. To achieve this lofty goal, Chevy fitted the top trim Malibu Turbo with a smart looking exterior/interior, a modified suspension, and a 2.0L twin-scroll turbo-4 that pumps out 259 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. That's enough twist to launch the 'Bu to 60 mph in a little over 6-seconds, putting it on-par with the Malibu muscle car from the 1960's. However there is another estimated 10-hp to be had from that turbo-4, but you'll need an AEM 21-794C performance cold air intake system to unlock it.

A 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Turbo 2.0L running an AEM 21-794C Cold Air Intake System

A 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Turbo 2.0L running an AEM 21-794C cold air intake system

To make V6 power from a 2-liter 4 cylinder, a turbocharger has to force lots of air into the tiny cylinders. By compressing this catalyst into such a small space, the direct injection system only has to mist a little bit of gas in order to make power. The spark plugs then ignite the fuel/air mixture, and the air gets consumed as the gasoline burns. This 'combustion cycle' creates enough energy (aka horsepower/torque) to force the pistons back down, which turns the crankshaft and sends power to the wheels through the transmission. If you want to increase the amount of power created by the engine, all you have to do is increase the amount of oxygen inside the cylinders. Since air powers the fuel detonation, a more oxygen-rich charge will cause the gas to burn hotter and release even more energy/horsepower. The AEM 21-794C performance cold air intake system is designed to feed oxygen-rich cold air to the engine, so it can extract more power from the same amount of fuel. It also features a reusable synthetic air filter that won't need to be cleaned for up to 100,000 miles (depending on driving conditions), which will save you time and money (the entire system is also backed by the AEM Lifetime Limited Warranty).

Closeup view of the AEM 21-794C Cold Air Intake on a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Turbo 2.0L

Closeup view of the AEM 21-794C cold air intake on a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Turbo 2.0L

The secret to uncorking additional turbo power is in the airflow. The stock 2014-2015 Chevrolet Malibu 2.0L Turbo intake system is full of tight bends, uneven surfaces, and a thick paper air filter that restricts airflow as dirt collects on the surface. The AEM 21-794C cold air intake on the other hand, utilizes a depth-loading (dirt is stored inside the filter, instead of on the surface) AEM air filter that won't reduce airflow when it gets dirty, and a wide-diameter aluminum intake tube that's been mandrel-bent to reduce turbulence in the airflow path. The oversized AEM DryFlow air filter is also surrounded by a self-sealing heat shield, which prevents hot engine bay air from entering the system. One of these AEM cold air intake systems was installed on a 2014 Chevy Malibu Turbo, and dyno testing revealed an estimated increase of 10 horsepower and 14 lb-ft of torque. With more passing power and quicker throttle response, your 2014-2015 Chevrolet Malibu 2.0L Turbo will be a lot more entertaining to drive.

The AEM 21-794C cold air intake was designed to fit the following vehicles:

2015 CHEVROLET MALIBU 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models

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Improve Low & High RPM Power on the Acura TLX with an AEM Cold Air Intake

The AEM 21-801C Cold Air Intake boosts horsepower and torque on the 2015-2016 Acura TLX 3.5L

The AEM 21-801C cold air intake boosts horsepower and torque on the 2015-2016 Acura TLX 3.5L

Most midsize luxury car buyers don't even think about an Acura TLX, until one blows past them on the road. The previous Acura TL was rather "loudly" styled, but the 2015-2016 Acura TLX wears more handsome, restrained styling. However, beneath those flowing lines, lies a powertrain that can go toe-to-toe with the best from Europe, Asia, and America. The Acura 3.5L V6 serves up 290-hp and 267 lb-ft of torque with a velvety rage. To keep it all under control, Acura employs the P-AWS rear wheel steering system on FWD models, or the SH-AWD system that uses engine torque to steer you through curves. Combine the TLX's power with the handling tech, and you get a confident sleeper that can hustle you to work with a smile on your face. And now you can add an estimated 12-hp with an AEM 21-801C cold air intake system.

Closeup view of the AEM 21-801C Cold Air Intake installed on a 2015 Acura TLX 3.5L

Closeup view of the AEM 21-801C cold air intake installed on a 2015 Acura TLX 3.5L

The Acura TLX 3.5L V6 uses a lot of cutting edge technology to make its power delivery so smooth. But no matter how advanced it is, this motor still makes horsepower the old fashioned way: Air comes in through the intake, then gets mixed with fuel inside the cylinders where a spark ignites the mixture and an explosion consumes the oxygen. If you want to create more horsepower, then you have to increase the amount of oxygen going into the motor. This additional catalyst will allow the fuel to burn hotter, which releases more energy/horsepower from the same amount of fuel. It also helps your Acura to make more power/torque at low RPM's, giving you faster throttle response and a deeper, more menacing engine note.

To make all of this happen, the AEM 21-801C cold air intake system ditches the restrictive stock intake system in favor of a high-flow arrangement. This consists of a wide diameter aluminum intake tube that's been mandrel bent to reduce turbulence and airflow restriction. It's capped by an oversized AEM DryFlow Filter that can flow considerably more air than the stock paper air filter, and the unique synthetic material is able to remove up to 99% of airborne contaminants. This dirt is then held in place for up to 100,000 miles before cleaning is required (depending on driving conditions). The filter is also repositioned just behind the drivers side fender to take advantage of the cold air rushing up into the engine bay.

Turn your Acura TLX into a 3-Series, A4, C-Class and IS killer, with an AEM 21-801C Cold Air Intake

Turn your Acura TLX into a 3-Series, A4, C-Class and IS killer, with an AEM 21-801C cold air intake

In addition to the extra power at low RPMs, the AEM 21-801C cold air intake system is able increase airflow when the VTEC system kicks in, which results in even more power as the revs increase. To verify all of this, we installed an AEM 21-801C intake system on a 2015 Acura TLX 3.5L FWD, and dyno testing revealed an estimated increase of 12 horsepower and 11 lb-ft of torque.

The AEM 21-801C was designed to fit the following vehicles:

2016 ACURA TLX 3.5L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 ACURA TLX 3.5L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models

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AEM Cold Air Intake System for 2012-2015 BMW 335i 3.0L Takes Global Media Award

SEMA Global Media Award

The 21-754DS takes SEMA Global Media Award at the 2016 SEMA show

AEM Induction is proud to announce that the 21-754DS cold air intake system for the 2012 to 2015 BMW 335i/M235i 3.0-liter took home a Global Media Award for the 2016 SEMA Show. Over one-hundred-fifty companies were recognized by a panel of twenty-nine international journalists from eighteen different countries, so to be a part of this group speaks volumes to the quality of AEM Induction products.

The award was revealed at the International Happy Hour during the 2016 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Select journalists from eighteen countries choose products in the “New Products Showcase” and were allowed to pick out ten products that they believed would succeed in their home countries. The 21-754DS was chosen by journalist Eduardo Bernasco of Revista Fullpower in Brazil. The 21-754DS features a low restriction and high-density polyethylene air intake tube, washable and reusable AEM Dryflow oil-free filter media that lasts one-hundred-thousand-miles before cleaning is required, and is tuned and dyno-tested to improve acceleration and engine sound as well as increase horsepower.

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Part of the New Products Showcase, the 21-754DS was chosen by Eduardo Bernasco of Revista Fullpower

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Get More Performance from Your Honda Pilot or Ridgeline with an AEM Air Intake

The AEM 21-795C Performance Intake increases both horsepower and torque on the 2016 Honda Pilot

The AEM 21-795C performance intake increases both horsepower and torque on the 2016 Honda Pilot

Honda is one of the most highly regarded car companies on earth, because they build vehicles that are actually relevant to people's lives. The 2016 Honda Pilot for example, is a commodious 3-row family vehicle, with novel features like a reversible cargo floor that has rubber on one side and carpet on the other. There's also a host of semi-autonomous driving aides that can help prevent accidents and keep your family safe. Similarly, the innovative 2017 Honda Ridgeline offers all the usefulness of a pickup truck, with a helping of user-friendly features like a two-way tailgate, a lockable in-bed storage trunk, and an in-bed audio system that you can control with your smartphone. Both of these well designed Honda's are powered by the reliable 3.5L EarthDreams V6, which will give you a healthy 280-hp to work with. But if you'd like to have faster throttle response, along with an estimated increase of 13-hp, then you're going to need the AEM 21-795C performance cold air intake system.

A 2016 Honda Pilot 3.5L with an AEM 21-795C Cold Air Intake System installed

A 2016 Honda Pilot 3.5L with an AEM 21-795C cold air intake system installed

Long considered to be one of the best V6's in the business, the venerable Honda 3.5L was redesigned a couple of years ago, and now features direct injection, along with a host of other improvements. But no matter how advanced it is, the Honda 3.5L V6 still makes power by mixing air with gasoline inside the cylinders, then igniting the mixture with a spark plug. The resulting explosion pushes the piston down, turning the crankshaft, and ultimately the wheels. To increase the amount of power that gets made during the combustion cycle, all you have to do is increase the amount of oxygen going into the cylinders. This will allow the fuel to burn more completely, releasing more energy/horsepower. The AEM 21-795C performance cold air intake system is designed to feed oxygen-rich cold air to the engine, and turn your practical Honda into a surprisingly good performer. It's also covered by the AEM Limited Lifetime Warranty, so it's literally guaranteed to perform.

To make this extra power, the AEM 21-795C cold air intake system replaces the restrictive factory air box and paper air filter, with an oversized AEM DryFlow air filter, surrounded by a heat shield that seals itself against the underside of the hood. That high-flow air filter is made from a proprietary synthetic material that removes more dirt than a stock paper filter, and it won't have to be cleaned for up to 100,000 miles (depending on driving conditions).

Closeup view of the AEM 21-795C Cold Air Intake installed on a 2016 Honda Pilot

Closeup view of the AEM 21-795C cold air intake installed on a 2016 Honda Pilot

Once the air is cleaned, it then flows directly to the engine through a wide-diameter aluminum intake tube that's been mandrel-bent to reduce restrictions and turbulence. The intake tube is also powder coated, and has integrated fittings for the factory sensors. A 2016 Honda Pilot 3.5L was fitted with a AEM 21-795C performance cold air intake system, and dyno testing revealed an estimated gain of 13 horsepower and 12 lb-ft of torque.

The AEM 21-795C performance cold air intake fits the following vehicles:

2017 HONDA RIDGELINE 3.5L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 HONDA PILOT 3.5L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models

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AEM Air Intake System for Mercedes CLA250 Reflects Luxury Appearance

The replacement housing improves intake air flow while blocking hot engine air

The replacement intake housing flows considerably more air than the stock system

Mercedes–Benz introduced the replacement for the C Class, the CLA, three model-years ago with an eye-catching MSRP below $30,000, making ownership of a stylish, new luxury sedan a reality for more buyers, as well as throwing a cross block at competitors like Audi and BMW. There have been a few price increases since 2014, so the CLA250 doesn’t quite squeeze under the $30K barrier any longer, but the car remains a solid contender in the compact luxury class.

Although it makes concessions in certain areas to achieve a lower base price, it still feels like an authentic luxury sedan. One concession is that the CLA250 is the first Mercedes-Benz to reach these shores with a front-wheel drive configuration. The other is that it’s powered by a four-cylinder engine. While not the first Mercedes to be so equipped, when compared to the car it replaced, the discontinued C Class was available with four, six, and eight cylinder engines.

The most striking technical feature of the 2.0L turbocharged motor is that it’s extremely compact to fit in both transverse and longitudinal installations. To achieve this, all ancillary components were packed as closely to the engine as possible.

AEM developed the system to appear as close to OEM as possible

The system design was intended to reflect the premium appearance of Mercedes cars

The block was also designed to be narrow and light, made from an aluminum casting with 90 mm bore centers. The engine is fitted with a hollow-cast crankshaft, resulting in an engine that weighs just over 300 lbs. The aluminum cylinder head features four valves per cylinder and a three-stage camshaft – one set of lobes for low speed driving, a second for mid-throttle applications, and a third for foot-to-the-floor acceleration.

While the 208 horsepower is impressive enough, the Cadillac ATS, a competition in almost every area of comparison, offers a 2.0 L four-cylinder turbocharged engine that produces 272 horsepower. If you’re a 2014 – 2016 Mercedes CLA 250 owner and you’re looking for a bump in power, consider the AEM 21-781DS cold air intake, which adds 10 wheel horsepower over a stock CLA250.

The AEM 21-781DS performance cold air intake system produces horsepower and torque gains by replacing your Mercedes’s restrictive factory air filter and air intake housing. This air intake system was designed, tuned, and dyno-tested to fit specific Mercedes Benz CLA250 models with an OEM-like appearance.

Air enters the system from the factory fresh air inlets, through replacement air ducts and into a roto-molded, aerodynamic AEM air box that isolates the intake air from the hot engine air. Inside the AEM air box is an oversized AEM Dryflow synthetic washable air filter for outstanding air flow, filtration, and performance.

This air intake system was developed to accommodate the engine’s factory emissions control devices including the ECU, so there’s no concern over having to reprogram the Mercedes’s computer.

The AEM plate indicates to all the sporting intentions of this Mercedes-Benz

Only a subtle plate indicates that this CLA250 has been upgraded to an AEM system

The tapered cylinder shaped AEM Dryflow air filter is the largest that will fit and is made from an oil-free, synthetic filter media. The filter is so durable that it can be used for up to 100,000 miles before cleaning is needed, depending on driving conditions.

Cleaning consists of an application of AEM synthetic air filter cleaner, which will loosen and dissolve grime and dirt built up on the filter, after which the filter can simply be rinsed with water, dried, and reinstalled. No messy oiling required!

The AEM 21-781DS performance cold air intake system is easy to install with commonly available tools, and installation can be completed on a Saturday morning. Further, the filter is backed by AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty.

The AEM 21-781DS fits the following vehicles:

2016 MERCEDES BENZ CLA250 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 MERCEDES BENZ CLA250 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2014 MERCEDES BENZ CLA250 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2013 MERCEDES BENZ CLA250 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models

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