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Given AEM’s experience in improving the performance of small displacement and turbocharged engines, AEM featured a 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost at the 2015 SEMA Show

The two tone Satin Bitter Yellow color scheme of the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost SEMA car was designed to pay homage to American muscle while embracing AEM’s tuner heritage

Advanced Engine Management, more commonly known as AEM, has been designing and selling performance enhancing products, such as cold air intake systems, as an easy way to increase horsepower since 1994. AEM was embedded in the import tuner market from the very beginning and its first cold air intake was offered for sale in 1994 as a Do-It-Yourself upgrade for the Honda CRX. This first AEM cold air intake system proved to be the beginning of a whole new tradition and solidified AEM’s reputation as a big hitter in the sport compact scene.

With over 20 years of import tuner heritage and sport compact expertise it may strike some people as odd that AEM would choose to feature a 2015 Ford Mustang in its 2015 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show booth. However, for the first time in nearly thirty years, Ford has offered a turbocharged inline-four cylinder engine in the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost. Given AEM’s experience in improving the performance of small displacement and turbocharged engines, it now makes a bit more sense why AEM would feature a Mustang in its booth at the 2015 SEMA Show.

The Liquid Metal Wheels earned the AEM 2015 Mustang EcoBoost an honorable mention in Mustang & Fast Fords Mustang360 top 23 Mustang wheels at the 2015 SEMA Show

Helping to up the performance of the AEM 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost is a complete cat-back stainless steel exhaust system with blacked-out dual exhaust tips from Magnaflow Exhaust

Probably 95% of the 2015 Ford Mustang models, and there were a lot at the 2015 SEMA Show, were 2015 Mustang GT models, which made the Satin Bitter Yellow 3M wrapped EcoBoost Mustang stand out from the crowd in more ways than one. The two tone color scheme was designed to pay homage to American muscle while embracing AEM’s tuner heritage. AEM started the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost build by installing the AEM Cold Air Intake System for the inline 4 cylinder 2.3L engine. This air intake 21-740C, showed an estimated 12 HP gain at 4,500 RPM to the rear wheels of an otherwise stock 2015 Ford Mustang 2.3L EcoBoost.

The AEM Mustang EcoBoost air Intake features a couple of unique design elements including a purpose built mandrel-bent aluminum air intake tube and a unique oval-shaped Dryflow^® clamp-on air filter. AEM Induction Systems took the performance of its 2015 SEMA Show booth vehicle one step further with a soon to be released to the public mandrel-bent and powder coated aluminum charge pipe kit for improved airflow to and from the turbo. "With our intake system we are getting 12 horsepower, and currently testing our all-new Charge Pipes,” said Ross Berlanga, AEM Brand Manager. “We are seeing great horsepower gains with the Charge Pipes and intake system combined."

AEM Electronics got on board with the AEM 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost build for the 2015 SEMA Show and took the build to another level. AEM Electronics added a Water/Methanol Injection kit to the AEM CAI that bolts up using incorporated inlets, with no drilling required. AEM Electronics also added its new X-Series Digital Gauges, which includes the new X-Series Wideband UEGO AFR Controller Gauge featuring X-Digital technology, and various pressure and temperature monitoring gauges.

AEM Cold Air Intake System, number 21-740C, was shown to provide an estimated additional 12 HP at 4,500 RPM to the rear wheels of a stock 2015 Ford Mustang 2.3L EcoBoost

Further cranking up the performance of the AEM 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost is a complete cat-back stainless steel exhaust system with blacked-out dual exhaust tips from Magnaflow Exhaust. “To help maximize our horsepower, we have a stainless steel cat-back exhaust system, which features smaller mufflers to really enhance the horsepower on our 2.3L Mustang, especially when it’s in normal drive mode. It has better throttle response, but when Sport Mode is engaged, there’s an animal that’s released. It’s amazing how much horsepower this little four-cylinder is putting down,” said Ross Berlanga, AEM Brand Manager.

AEM Induction Systems took the performance of its 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost SEMA Show vehicle one step further with a soon to be released charge pipe kit for improved airflow

Falken Tires Azenis FK453 tires and Liquid Metal wheels are featured at each corner of the AEM 2015 SEMA Show Mustang EcoBoost. Liquid Metal Wheels created custom one-off wheels for the AEM EcoBoost Mustang based off the Liquid Metal Wheels multi-spoke SOT Wheel design. Liquid Metal applied a custom matte metallic charcoal grey finish with a red stripe behind the multi spoke SOT wheel design to match the performance theme of the AEM EcoBoost Mustang. This extra attention to detail from the folks at Liquid Metal Wheels earned the AEM Mustang an honorable mention in Mustang & Fast Fords Mustang360 top 23 Mustang wheels at the 2015 SEMA Show.

The AEM 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost’s aggressive stance is accomplished with a complete Eibach suspension system. Eibach suspension upgrades to the 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost include: a stainless steel bodied coil-over spring & damper package, and an Eibach anti-roll sway bar kit up front and outback. The Eibach ERS Racing Springs and ERD Racing Dampers let serious drivers quickly adjust the ride height of each individual wheel. The Eibach anti-roll sway bar kit helps to further reduce body roll.

Subscribe to the AEM Newsletter, or check back to the AEM Performance News page, for updates on the upcoming 2015 Ford Mustang 2.3L EcoBoost charge pipe kit, a dyno test showing the estimated horsepower gains of all the modifications combined, and AEM Event Schedule where the AEM 2015 SEMA Show Mustang EcoBoost can be seen in person. Find additional AEM air filters on the Air Filters for the Ford Mustang page and find AEM intakes on the Intakes for the Ford Mustang page or use the Search by Car or Truck tool to find additional performance upgrades for a specific vehicle from AEM. To find an AEM dealer near you, use the Search for AEM Dealer tool on AEMintakes.com.

One way to help the 2015 Ford Mustang V6 gallop away from the competition is with the addition of AEM Induction Systems’ 2015 Mustang V6 cold air intake system, number 21-755C

The 2015 Ford Mustang V6 convertible, like this one featured at the 2015 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada offers a nod to yesteryear while galloping into the future with a 300 HP V6

The Ford Mustang pioneered the pony car segment in 1964 as a 1965 model and has been a top-selling thoroughbred for Ford ever since. This icon of automotive history has gone through many design and personality changes over the last 50 years and the 2015 Ford Mustang is arguably one of the biggest milestones in its legacy. The 2015 Ford Mustang offers a nod to yesteryear while galloping into the future.

The 2015 Mustang V6 fastback, and 2015 Mustang V6 convertible comes with a snorting 300 horsepower 3.7-liter power plant up front, a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission with paddle shifters in the middle and a limited-slip differential in the rear. The Mustang rides on an all-new independent rear suspension for a refined, but sporty, ride on par with a premium European car. A Mustang, by nature, needs to run free. One way to help the 2015 Ford Mustang V6 gallop away from the competition is with the addition of AEM Induction Systems’ 2015 Mustang V6 cold air intake system 21-755C.

The 21-755C AEM Mustang cold air intake system is designed to increase horsepower and torque on the 2015 Ford Mustang 3.7 liter V6. A high-flowing, mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube replaces the corrugated factory tube to help smooth and streamline airflow into the engine. Provisions are made for the factory vent connections, for both manual and automatic transmission models, with the performance designed AEM intake tube.

The 21-755C AEM Mustang cold air intake system replaces the corrugated factory tube, stock air filter box, and restrictive disposable filter to improve power and acceleration

The AEM 21-755C provided an estimated 8 horsepower and 10 pound-feet of torque at 4000 rpm at the rear wheels of an otherwise stock 2015 Ford Mustang 3.7 liter V6

On the inlet of the air intake tube is an AEM washable DryFlow^® air filter 21-2148DK. This filter utilizes AEM’s lofted synthetic filter media to help minimize restriction as well as provide excellent air filtration efficiency. Another benefit of the AEM air filter media is that it’s washable and reusable, and can go for up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions. The filter is shrouded by a precision-fit, application specific, air filter heat shield to help keep radiant hot air under the hood from entering the engine. Cooler air is denser and thus provides more efficient combustion.

When it comes to performance air intake systems, design is only as useful as the resulting performance gains. AEM performs multiple over the road, and dynamometer tests to ensure that the AEM 21-755C 2015 Mustang cold air intake system will live up to AEM’s reputation. On the dyno, the 21-755C AEM cold air intake produced an estimated 8 horsepower and 10 pound-feet of torque at 4000 rpm at the rear wheels of an otherwise stock a 2015 Ford Mustang 3.7 liter V6.

The 21-755C AEM 2015 Mustang V6 cold air intake is an easy to install performance upgrade and is backed by AEM’s Limited Lifetime Warranty. The pony car that started it all, especially the new 2015 model, is turning heads with its performance and styling and an AEM 21-755C cold air intake system can help put your stallion one stride ahead of the herd. Order a 2015 Ford Mustang V6 cold air intake today at AEMIntakes.com or at an authorized AEM dealer in your area. Find a dealer using the AEM Dealer Search.

The AEM 2013-2015 Ford Fusion 1.6L EcoBoost Intake replaces restrictive components with a free-flowing aluminum air intake tube and an oversized washable AEM Dryflow® air filter

The 2013-2015 Ford Fusion 1.6L EcoBoost turbo engine is a step up from the base naturally aspirated 2.5L Duratec 4-cylinder engine and promises better performance with more MPGs

The 2013, 2014, and 2015 Ford Fusion 1.6L EcoBoost turbo engine is a step up from the base naturally aspirated 2.5L Duratec 4-cylinder engine. The optional 1.6L EcoBoost L4 engine adds a little more performance with the real benefits being rated in miles per gallon. Ford EcoBoost technology has managed to squeeze good power and excellent fuel economy out of surprisingly small engines. Similarly, AEM has placed a focus on building air intake systems for small displacement turbocharged engines, whether they run on gasoline or diesel.

AEM intake designers were able to free up horsepower and torque for 2013, 2014, & 2015 Ford Fusion 1.6L EcoBoost models by reducing restriction and turbulent airflow with an AEM cold air intake system. The AEM CAI for 2013-2015 Fusion 1.6L EcoBoost models aims to maximize the amount of air available to the 1.6L EcoBoost engine's turbocharger allowing it to spool up quicker. In addition to increasing horsepower, this will also improve drivability during daily driving.

AEM Intakes replaced the restrictive factory intake ducting and air filter box with a free-flowing mandrel-bent aluminum air intake tube and an oversized washable AEM Dryflow^® performance air filter. By eliminating restrictive factory components, AEM CAI 21-768C was able to provide a dyno proven increase in horsepower and torque. When installed on a stock 2013 Ford Fusion 1.6L EcoBoost Automatic, AEM CAI 21-768C was shown to provide an estimated additional 7 HP and 9 lb-ft of torque.

The AEM 2013, 2014, 2015 Ford Fusion 1.6L EcoBoost cold air intake system is designed to fit and function as if it was installed at the factory but with the promise of more power

AEM CAI 21-768C was able to provide a dyno proven increase in horsepower and torque when installed on a stock 2013 Ford Fusion 1.6L EcoBoost Automatic

AEM cold air intake systems are designed to fit and function as if they were installed at the factory. AEM air intake systems are designed and tested to provide safe, reliable, power increases in a range that can actually be used in daily driving. AEM cold air intake 21-768C features a gray powder coated finish on the aluminum air intake tube, as well as black powder coat on the application specific air filter heat shield. Combined with AEM’s robust Dryflow air filters, the AEM 2013-2015 Ford Fusion 1.6L turbo air intake will provide increased performance for years to come.

AEM backs its cold air intakes, short ram air intakes, and Dryflow non-oiled air filters with a Lifetime Limited Warranty. AEM Dryflow synthetic air filters are washable, reusable, and made in the USA to ensure years of engine protection. AEM cold air intake 21-768C is designed to provide a power increase that can actually be felt on the following Ford Fusion 1.6L EcoBoost models:

2015 Ford Fusion 1.6L L4
2014 Ford Fusion 1.6L L4
2013 Ford Fusion 1.6L L4

Use the Search by Car or Truck tool to find additional AEM performance upgrades for the Ford Fusion, or for other vehicles. To find an AEM dealer near you, use Search for AEM Dealer or simply visit AEMintakes.com.

The AEM air intake system for 2012-2015 Ford Explorer 2.0L EcoBoost turbo models includes a mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube, Dryflow air filter, and application specific heat shield

AEM Induction Systems has been designing and selling cold air intake systems as an easy way to increase horsepower since 1994. AEM, was embedded in the import tuner market from the very beginning and its first cold air intake was offered for sale in 1994 as a Do-It-Yourself upgrade for the Honda CRX. This first AEM cold air intake proved to be the beginning of a whole new tradition. Although AEM’s roots are deep in the early sport compact movement, many of those same early tuners have moved beyond compact cars; at least as their daily driver. After all, a Honda CRX can’t comfortably accommodate child car seats, or ride-sharing on the way to the office. Faced with this conundrum, Gen-X’ers and Millennials are buying crossover SUVs.

Auto manufacturers like Ford have stepped in to make crossover SUVs a bit more exciting by offering a 2.0-liter EcoBoost turbocharged engine in the 2012-2015 Ford Explorer EcoBoost

Fortunately, auto manufacturers like Ford have stepped in to make its crossover offerings a bit more exciting by offering a 2.0-liter EcoBoost turbocharged engine in its 2012-2015 Ford Explorer models. A 2-liter turbo inline-4 cylinder engine screams sport compact, even if it’s under the hood of a domestic crossover SUV. AEM Induction Systems has over two decades of improving performance and increasing horsepower of small displacement turbocharged engines. So it’s only a natural evolution for AEM to create bolt-on performance cold air intake systems for modern crossover SUVs like the 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Ford Explorer 2.0L EcoBoost.

Although times have changed, 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. Because cooler air is denser, which can result in more efficient combustion, AEM strives to maintain inlet air temperature (IAT) at or near ambient air temperature as an important factor in increasing horsepower. The AEM performance intake system for 2012-2015 Ford Explorer 2.0L accomplishes all these goals by replacing restrictive factory components with new performance engineered parts from AEM.

Adding a finishing touch to the AEM 2012-2015 Ford Explorer 2.0L EcoBoost intake is an application specific air filter heat shield which utilizes the factory cold air inlet for more performance

The AEM air intake system for 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Ford Explorer 2.0L EcoBoost turbo models includes a mandrel-bent aluminum air intake tube to direct large amounts of laminar airflow into the Explorer’s turbocharger. At the end of the charcoal gray powder coated air intake tube is an 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. AEM dry air filters are able to be washed, reused, and returned to service in a fraction of the time it takes to clean traditional oiled-cotton filters. Adding the finishing touch to the AEM 2012-2015 Ford Explorer 2.0L EcoBoost intake system is an application specific air filter heat shield which utilizes the factory cold air inlet for improved performance.

Dyno testing shows that AEM cold air intake, 21-756C for 2012-2015 Ford Explorer 2.0L EcoBoost models, made an estimated additional 10 horsepower and 9 lb-ft of torque

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. In fact, dyno testing shows that AEM cold air intake, 21-756C for 2012-2015 Ford Explorer 2.0L EcoBoost models, made an estimated additional 10 horsepower and 9 lb-ft of torque at the wheels of a 2014 Ford Explorer 2.0 turbo automatic.

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 21-756C, is designed to add a bolt on increase in performance for the following 2012-2015 Ford Explorer models:

2015 Ford Explorer 2.0L L4
2014 Ford Explorer 2.0L L4
2013 Ford Explorer 2.0L L4
2012 Ford Explorer 2.0L L4

Find additional AEM air filters on the Air Filters for the Ford Explorer page and find AEM intakes on the Cold Air Intakes for Ford Explorer page or use the Search by Car or Truck tool to find additional performance upgrades for a specific vehicle from AEM. To find an AEM dealer near you, use the Search for AEM Dealer tool on AEMintakes.com.

AEM cold air intake 22-689C was designed around the stock VW Jetta and VW Passat air filter box for a quick and easy performance upgrade

A simple to install and cost effective AEM cold air intake system was designed to meet the performance needs of 2014-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, Jetta GLi, and Passat owners nationwide. For this air intake system, number 22-689C, AEM designers retained the use of the stock air filter box. Designing AEM cold air intake 22-689C around the stock air filter box allowed AEM Intake designers to retain all factory connections, including factory installed emissions control equipment. Installation of the AEM 2014-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, Jetta GLi, and Passat 2.0L or 1.8L TSI cold air intake is incredibly easy compared to many aftermarket cold air intake systems. Installing AEM VW Jetta and Passat CAI 22-689C requires minimal tools for an easy, quick installation.

AEM replaces the accordion intake tubing installed at the 2014-2015 Volkswagen Jetta and Passat factory because it adds restriction to stock 2014-2015 VW 2.0L and 1.8L TSI turbo models

The accordion like intake tubing installed at the 2014-2015 Volkswagen Jetta and Passat factory adds a significant source of restriction to stock 2.0L and 1.8L TSI turbo models. Included in the AEM easy to install cold air intake system for 2014-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, Jetta GLi, and Passat 2.0L or 1.8L TSI models is a free-flowing mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube. This new aluminum AEM air intake tube is designed to overcome the restriction found in the stock air ducting. Restriction isn’t the only trouble with the stock air intake as it also creates turbulence in the incoming air.

Designing AEM cold air intake 22-689C around the stock air filter box allowed AEM Intake designers to retain all factory connections, including factory installed emissions equipment

The mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube used in 22-689C has a smooth and consistent internal surface for reduced airflow turbulence. Reducing restriction and straightening airflow allows the 2014-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, Jetta GLi, and Passat 2.0L or 1.8L TSI engine to work more efficiently. To complement the under hood appearance of the 2014-2015 VW Jetta or VW Passat, the AEM cold air intake tube has been powder coated a durable charcoal gray color that will look great for years to come. An added benefit of the AEM mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube is that it will give 2014-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, Jetta GLi, and Passat 2.0L or 1.8L TSI turbo models a sportier engine sound.

Also included with AEM VW Jetta and Passat cold air intake 22-689C is a performance designed AEM Dryflow air filter. This filter is designed to reduce restriction over typical paper air filters with the added benefit of being reusable. AEM Dryflow air filters are built with a robust synthetic air filter media designed to help increase airflow, and provide outstanding engine protection without the need for air filter oil. AEM Dryflow replacement air filters can go up to 50,000 miles between cleanings under normal highway driving conditions. When it’s time to clean the air filter, it can be easily completed using the AEM air filter cleaner 1-1000.

In-house dyno testing shows that the AEM 2014-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, Jetta GLi, and Passat 2.0L or 1.8L TSI cold air intake system produced a surprising estimated 5 horsepower and 5 lb-ft of torque maximum increase at the wheels of an otherwise stock 2015 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L. By simply reducing restriction, and improving airflow the AEM performance 2014-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, Jetta GLi, and Passat 2.0L or 1.8L TSI cold air intake system is able to improve horsepower and torque delivery across the RPM range. Making usable horsepower increases in common RPM ranges is a design goal at AEM as this yields a performance upgrade that can be used even during normal driving situations.

The AEM cold air intake system 22-689C is an incredibly fast and easy upgrade for 2014-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, Jetta GLi, and Passat 2.0L or 1.8L TSI models and there is no need to make other modifications to experience increase performance. AEM cold air intake 22-689C is backed with a lifetime limited warranty to give AEM users confidence in their purchase. AEM air intake, number 22-689C, is designed to add a quick performance upgrade to the following Volkswagen models:

2015 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8L F/I
2015 Volkswagen Jetta GLi 2.0L F/I
2015 Volkswagen Jetta GLi 2.0L F/I
2015 Volkswagen Passat 1.8L F/I
2014 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8L F/I
2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLi 2.0L F/I
2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLi 2.0L F/I
2014 Volkswagen Passat 1.8L F/I

AEM performance air intake systems for Volkswagen Jetta and Passat models can be found on the Volkswagen Jetta Air Intake Systems and Volkswagen Jetta Air Intake Systems pages. Additional AEM Volkswagen performance products as well as performance upgrades for other vehicles can be found using the AEM Product Search. To find an AEM dealer near you, use Search for AEM Dealer or simply visit AEMintakes.com.