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Clarion USA included the mostly complete Clarion Builds Acura NSX in its display at CES 2016 and gave major companies and industry professionals a glimpse of what is to come

The Clarion Builds program is an innovative marketing plan that began in the summer of 2014 and was initiated by Clarion USA to tackle unique restoration projects of iconic cars and trucks. Each project will be accomplished in cooperation with key partners that are hand-selected for each individual project. The Clarion Builds program is designed to connect with new and existing fans who are car enthusiasts, automotive sports fans, journalists, historians, and anyone with an interest in design and style, through a mix of social and traditional media.

AEM will be integral in equipping the Clarion Builds NSX with a specialized cold air induction system that unlocks the full potential of the freshly rebuilt and supercharged Acura NSX engine

AEM Induction Systems partnered with Clarion USA as a gold level sponsor for the second installment in the Clarion Builds saga, the complete restoration and tasteful modification of a legendary first-year Acura NSX. AEM^® will be integral in equipping the Clarion Builds NSX with a specialized cold air intake system that unlocks the full potential of the freshly rebuilt and supercharged Acura NSX engine. AEM brings over 20 years of import tuner heritage to the build, AEM Dryflow performance air filter technology and cold air intake know-how to ensure the Clarion Builds' 1991 Acura NSX will perform as good as it looks.

AEM will use its 20 years of import tuner heritage and AEM Dryflow air filter technology to ensure the Clarion Builds 1991 Acura NSX cold air intake will perform as good as it looks

Headquartered in Cypress, California, the Clarion Corporation of America is a subsidiary of Japan-based Clarion Co. Ltd, which has been a consolidated subsidiary of the Hitachi Group since 2006. Clarion has been an international leader in car audio and electronics since 1940. As a major player in the car audio world Clarion USA recently attended the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show, also known as CES, held each January at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Clarion USA included the mostly complete Clarion Builds Acura NSX in its display at CES 2016 and gave major companies as well as industry professionals a glimpse of what is to come for the NSX.

Without spoiling too much, AEM plans to build a one-off Acura NSX intake system using AEM Dryflow technology and carbon fiber components hand-laid on-site by the AEM composites department

The Clarion Builds Acura NSX will travel from Las Vegas, Nevada to Scottsdale, Arizona for the Barret-Jackson collector car auction taking place January 23-31, 2016. Following the Barret-Jackson appearance aimed at promoting the upcoming charity auction of the first Clarion Builds project, the CB 1991 Acura NSX will travel to the AEM Induction Systems R&D and manufacturing facility in Riverside, California. Without spoiling too much, know that AEM plans to build a one-off Acura NSX cold air intake system using AEM Dryflow technology and carbon fiber components hand-laid on-site by the AEM composites department.

Stay tuned for more details on the CB Acura NSX when it reaches AEM's R&D facility at the beginning of February, 2016. Photos and videos will be taken throughout the project and will be officially revealed on the Clarion Builds, as well as AEM, website.

AEM offers cold air intake systems, short ram intakes, and AEM air filters for many vehicles. Use the Search by Car or Truck tool to find performance upgrades from AEM. To find an AEM dealer near you, use the Search for AEM Dealer tool on AEMintakes.com.

Honda revealed its newest entry into 4-wheel off-road desert racing when it unveiled the Unlimited Class 2 Ridgeline race vehicle in the Honda Booth during the 2015 SEMA Show

Honda revealed its newest entry into 4-wheel off-road desert racing when it unveiled the new Unlimited Ridgeline race vehicle in the Honda Booth at the 2015 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show. The physical reveal was met with great applause by fans and media alike. The custom built unlimited off-road race vehicle is backed by Honda Performance Development (HPD), the racing arm of American Honda Motor Company, Inc.

The 2015 SCORE Baja 1000 was the maiden voyage for the new vehicle and team led by team owner/driver Jeff Proctor along with drivers Sage Marie and Jason LaFortune

The Unlimited Ridgeline features a twin-turbocharged Honda HR35TT V6 engine, which is the same engine platform utilized in Honda's respected Indy Car program. The vehicle also features the best parts and technology available in off-road including, an Albins ST6 sequential transmission, Fox racing shocks, rugged General Grabber tires, Rigid LED Lights, KMC Wheels new Machete Wheel, and AEM Dryflow Air Filters.

The 2015 SCORE Baja 1000 was the maiden voyage for the new vehicle and team led by team owner/driver Jeff Proctor. The tube-frame Unlimited Class 2 off-road Ridgeline Baja Race Truck made its competition debut at the brutal 2015 Baja event, which consisted of an 821-mile loop that started and finished in Ensenada, Mexico. The driving trio of Jeff Proctor, Sage Marie and Jason LaFortune successfully piloted their Ridgeline Baja Race Truck to the Class 2 victory in the 48th running of the SCORE Baja 1000.

The Unlimited Ridgeline features a twin-turbocharged Honda HR35TT V6 engine, capable of 550 HP, and is the same engine platform utilized in Honda's Indy Car program

Less than half of the 239-competitor starting field finished the 2015 Baja 1000 event, as limited visibility due to fog and dust added to the usual challenges of high-speed desert crossings, technical, rocky mountain trails, silt beds, washes, ditches and jumps throughout the course. Despite the obstacles and high attrition, the Ridgeline Baja Race Truck ran trouble-free, completing the event in 25 hours, nine minutes and 47 seconds.

"The course was extremely tough today, and it seemed like Baja threw everything it could at us, but the Ridgeline ran flawlessly all day," said Proctor, driver and owner of Proctor Racing Group. "We couldn't be happier with how it performed on its maiden voyage." Honda has a long history of motorcycle race success at Baja, scoring two dozen victories, including 17 consecutive wins in the SCORE Baja 1000 through 2013. Honda entered four-wheeled SCORE competition on the Baja peninsula in 2005 competing in the Stock Mini class with a Honda Ridgeline.

The driving trio of Jeff Proctor, Sage Marie and Jason LaFortune successfully piloted their Ridgeline Baja Race Truck to the Class 2 victory in the 48th running of the SCORE Baja 1000

The Honda Ridgeline Baja Race Truck was developed by Honda as a preview to the introduction of the second-generation Honda Ridgeline. Honda unveiled the second-generation Honda Ridgeline compact pickup at its public debut during the 2016 North American International Auto Show. The Ridgeline Baja Race Truck features a body with inspiration taken from the second generation Honda Ridgeline. Key design cues drawn from the 2017 Honda Ridgeline can be seen in the front fascia, hood, roof, bed, and side profile.

Although the Honda Ridgeline Baja Race truck is capable of making approximately 550 horsepower, HPD's 3.5-liter HR35TT engine uses the same block, cylinder heads and crankshaft as the production V6 engine that will power the all-new second generation Ridgeline. Additional, custom elements of the powertrain include an HPD-designed intake plenum and custom Engine Control Unit programming.

The Honda Off-Road Racing Team is sponsored by: Honda, General Tire, Fox Racing Shox, Rigid Industries, KMC Wheels, Turnkey Marketing, Sparco, Eibach Springs, Neo Synthetics, RPI Racing, PCI Race Radios, AEM Intakes, and Fiberwerx Off-Road Fiberglass.

AEM offers cold air intake systems, short ram intakes, and AEM air filters for many vehicles. Use the Search by Car or Truck tool to find performance upgrades from AEM. To find an AEM dealer near you, use the Search for AEM Dealer tool on AEMintakes.com.

The AEM performance intake system for 2014-2015 Lexus IS250 2.5L V6 & 2014-2015 Lexus IS350 3.5L V6 models replaces restrictive factory components with precision engineered parts from AEM

Lexus was first introduced in 1989 as the luxury oriented division of the Toyota Motor Corporation. Lexus models, such as the 2014-2015 Lexus IS250 or 2014-2015 Lexus IS350, have followed the progression of Lexus’ competitors as performance oriented luxury sedans. 2014-2015 Lexus IS models are designed to compete with other cars such as the BMW 5-series or Mercedes-Benz E-Class. As such, many 2014-2015 Lexus IS luxury performance sedan owners are interested in more than just touch-screen navigation, but also enjoy the rush of acceleration and the growl emitted by a performance-oriented engine. This is precisely why AEM Induction Systems has developed a performance air intake system for 2014-2015 Lexus IS250 2.5L V6 & 2014-2015 Lexus IS350 3.5L V6 models.

2014-2015 Lexus IS250 & IS350 models are luxury performance sedans designed to compete with other cars such as the BMW 5-series or Mercedes-Benz E-Class

AEM Induction Systems has over two decades of improving performance and increasing horsepower in everything from a small displacement naturally aspirated Honda Civic to a turbo diesel Cummins powered Dodge Ram pickup. Although there are a lot of differences between gasoline burning 4-cylinder engines and turbocharged diesels, the same principles of how to increase horsepower apply. The goal of an aftermarket air intake system, whether it’s an AEM short ram air intake or an AEM cold air intake, is to increase power by reducing air intake restriction and turbulence. Another important factory in increasing horsepower is to maintain inlet air temperature (IAT) at or near ambient air temps. Because cooler air is denser, this can result in more efficient combustion.

The AEM 2014-2015 Lexus IS250 2.5L V6 & 2014-2015 Lexus IS350 3.5L V6 air intake system includes an application specific air filter heat shield which reuses the factory cold air duct

The AEM performance intake system for 2014-2015 Lexus IS250 2.5L V6 & 2014-2015 Lexus IS350 3.5L V6 models accomplishes all these goals by replacing restrictive factory components with new precision engineered parts from AEM. The AEM air intake system for 2014-2015 Lexus IS250 & Lexus IS350 models utilizes a mandrel-bent aluminum air intake tube to direct large amounts of laminar airflow into the Lexus V6 engine. At the end of the charcoal gray powder coated air intake tube is a washable AEM Dryflow® air filter designed to increase airflow, provide exceptional filtration, and long service intervals with the use of AEM’s synthetic dry air filter technology.

Adding the finishing touch to the AEM 2014-2015 Lexus IS250 2.5L V6 & 2014-2015 Lexus IS350 3.5L V6 air intake system is an application specific air filter heat shield which utilizes the factory cold air duct for improved performance through the introduction of cooler airflow. In-house dyno testing showed that the combination of elements used in the AEM cold air intake for 2014-2015 Lexus IS250 & Lexus IS350 models made an estimated additional 7 horsepower and 6 lb-ft of torque at the wheels of a 2015 Lexus IS250 automatic. Similar, or perhaps better, results can be expected when installing this air intake on a 2014-2015 Lexus IS350 with a 3.5L V6.

The AEM cold air intake for 2014-2015 Lexus IS250 & Lexus IS350 models made an estimated additional 7 horsepower and 6 lb-ft of torque at the wheels of a 2015 Lexus IS250 automatic

AEM engineers design intake systems as a fully integrated component of the vehicle. Significant testing is performed to assure that an AEM air intake is an easy way to increase horsepower safely, and consistently. AEM air intake owners can feel confident knowing that their AEM CAI or short ram intake system is designed to improve performance reliably and in a usable RPM range. AEM cold air intake systems are made in the U.S.A and backed with a lifetime limited warranty giving further assurance that AEM is confident in its products.

AEM air intake, number 21-759C, is designed to add a bolt on increase in performance for the following 2014-2015 Lexus IS250 2.5L V6 & 2014-2015 Lexus IS350 3.5L V6 models:

2015 LEXUS IS350 3.5L V6 F/I – All
2015 LEXUS IS250 2.5L V6 F/I – All
2014 LEXUS IS350 3.5L V6 F/I – All
2014 LEXUS IS250 2.5L V6 F/I – All

Besides air intake systems, AEM offers AEM Dryflow Air Filters for the Lexus IS250 and AEM Dryflow Air Filters for the Lexus IS350. Or use the Search by Car or Truck tool to find additional performance upgrades for other vehicles from AEM. To find an AEM dealer near you, use the Search for AEM Dealer tool on AEMintakes.com.

The AEM short ram intake for the 2015 or 2016 Mazda 3 2.0L includes a mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube, an AEM Dryflow air filter, and an application specific air filter heat shield

AEM offers an AEM short ram intake system for 2015 or 2016 Mazda 3 2.0-liter owners looking to heighten their car’s emotion of motion, and add a couple extra “O’s” to its Zoom

Since 2000, the Mazda Motor Corporation has used the phrase "Zoom-Zoom" to describe what Mazda claims is built into each of its cars; they call it the "emotion of motion.” During the height of the Zoom-Zoom ad campaign the sporty Mazda compact car, simply called the Mazda 3, was born. Since its debut in 2004 the Mazda 3 has been a consistent top-choice in the compact segment; boasting refinement and performance beyond its price point. AEM Induction Systems, a pioneer in bolt on air intake upgrades, offers an AEM short ram intake system for 2015 or 2016 Mazda 3 2.0-liter owners looking to heighten their car’s emotion of motion, and add a couple extra “O’s” to its Zoom.

AEM is able to improve the performance of 2015 or 2016 Mazda 3 2.0L models by replacing the restrictive factory air induction system with a performance designed intake from AEM. The AEM short ram intake for the 2015 or 2016 Mazda 3 2.0L includes a mandrel-bent aluminum short ram intake tube protected by a charcoal gray powder coat. On the end of the AEM intake tube is an AEM Dryflow air filter designed to provide increased airflow, protect the engine from harmful debris, and offer a lifetime of reusability. AEM air intake 21-773C also includes an application specific air filter heat shield.

AEM engineers design air intake systems as a fully integrated component of the vehicle. Significant testing is performed to assure that an AEM air intake is an easy way to increase horsepower safely, and consistently. AEM air intake owners can feel confident knowing that their AEM CAI or AEM short ram intake system is designed to improve performance reliably and in a usable RPM range. AEM air intake systems, and washable Dryflow air filters, are made in the U.S.A and backed with a lifetime limited warranty giving further assurance that AEM is confident in its products.

The 2015-2016 Mazda 3 2.0L AEM short ram intake system includes an AEM washable and reusable Dryflow air filter for high airflow, without sacrificing engine protection

With AEM short ram intake 21-773C a 2015 Mazda 3 with an automatic transmission gained an estimated additional 7 horsepower and 11 lb-ft of torque at the wheels

One of several tests that AEM performs on its air intake systems is dynamometer testing on AEM’s in-house dyno. By bolting on AEM short ram intake 21-773C, a 2015 Mazda 3 with an automatic transmission gained an estimated additional 7 horsepower and 11 lb-ft of torque at the wheels. With a lightweight car like the 2015 or 2016 Mazda 3 2.0L, a power gain like this is sure to add many more smiles per gallon.

AEM short ram air intake, number 21-773C is engineered to fit and outperform on the following Mazda 3 models:

2016 MAZDA 3 2.0L L4
2015 MAZDA 3 2.0L L4

Find all of the AEM air intake upgrades for the Mazda 3 on the AEM Air Intakes for the Mazda 3 page. Order a cold air intake today at AEMIntakes.com or find a dealer nearby using the AEM Dealer Search.

When JP was approached by Hyundai to build another vehicle for its 2015 SEMA Show booth he was given a choice and decided to do something a little different with a 2016 Hyundai Tucson turbo

Probably the most obvious adventure addition to the JP Tucson Adventuremobile is a Treeline Tamarack roof-top tent, with room for two, and Goal Zero solar panels to power all of their accessories

For nearly fifteen years John Pangilinan, or JP for short, has been serious about custom vehicles and entering them into car shows. His background in the world of automotive aftermarket performance, action sports, photography, and design all contribute to his unique approach to vehicle customization. JP has completed five builds for the Hyundai Motor America Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show booth. When JP was approached by Hyundai to build another vehicle for its 2015 booth he was given a choice of vehicles. However, John decided to do something a little different and build a custom 2016 Hyundai Tucson crossover SUV with a turbocharged 1.6-liter "Gamma" four-cylinder engine as opposed to his more customary sport compact builds.

John Pangilinan dubbed the 2016 Hyundai Tucson turbo build the Adventuremobile. John intended the Adventuremobile build to blend Hyundai's new crossover platform with a passion for the great outdoors making it perfect for a weekend getaway. Hyundai Motor America's press release described the Adventuremobile as at home on the daily commute or lugging gear up into the mountains for a weekend out of town. "Designed with the weekend adventurer in mind, the Tucson was the perfect platform for an ‘Adventuremobile,'" said John Pangilinan. "The build blends performance with the excitement of the great outdoors, without sacrificing daily usability. The vehicle promotes exploration, making it ideal for the daily commute, weekend excursions, and the occasional road trip."

The Hyundai Tucson Adventuremobile's exterior has been beefed up with an Aries bull bar and side steps, Rigid Industries LED lights, and a BASF army green paint scheme by Strasse Sport

JP looked to AEM Induction Systems to give the 2016 SEMA Show Hyundai Tucson Adventuremobile a power boost with an AEM upgraded air intake system and charge pipe kit

Probably the most obvious adventure addition is a Treeline Tamarack roof-top tent, with ample room to sleep two campers, and Goal Zero solar panels to power all of their accessories. Additionally, the exterior has been beefed up with an Aries bull bar and side steps, Rigid Industries LED lights, and a BASF army green paint scheme by Strasse Sport. A custom 1.5" suspension lift provides increased ground clearance, and Toyo Open Country A/T II tires with RAYS Gram Lights 57DR wheels provide the extra grip needed for the occasional off-road excursion. JP said he wanted to build the Adventuremobile with attainability in mind and to inspire potential Hyundai Tucson buyers.

JP looked to AEM Induction Systems to give the 2016 SEMA Show Hyundai Tucson Adventuremobile a power boost with an upgraded AEM air intake system and charge pipe kit. The engine inhales with an AEM Dryflow air filter and exhales more freely through a Magnaflow exhaust system. "AEM adds to the sound, and you can hear it over stock," said John Pangilinan. He continued, "The sound keeps the AEM intake in the back of your mind without being annoying. It gives you confidence knowing you have extra power on tap as well as reduced turbo lag, and better acceleration."

The JP Edition 2016 Hyundai Tucson Adventuremobile was revealed at Hyundai's SEMA press conference on November 3, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. PT, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Detailed modifications for this build are listed below.

POWERTRAIN MODIFICATIONS

The 2016 Hyundai Tucson Adventuremobile's turbo engine inhales with an AEM Dryflow® air filter and exhales more freely through a Magnaflow exhaust system

CHASSIS/SUSPENSION MODIFICATIONS

EXTERIOR MODIFICATIONS

INTERIOR MODIFICATIONS

For the 2016 Hyundai Tucson a custom 1.5" suspension lift provides increased ground clearance and room for RAYS Gram Lights 57DR wheels with Toyo Open Country A/T II tires

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA