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2014-2015 Lexus IS250 V6 & IS350 AEM Intake Puts More Horsepower to the Wheels

2014-2015 Lexus IS250 2.5L V6 & 2014-2015 Lexus IS350 3.5L V6 AEM performance intake

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 compete with BMW 5-series or Mercedes-Benz E-Class

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.

2014-2015 Lexus IS250 & IS350 engine bay with AEM intake

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.

2015 Lexus IS250 AEM Intake Dyno

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.

2015-2016 Mazda 3 2.0L AEM Short Ram Intake Delivers More Zoom Zoom

AEM Mazda 3 2.0L short ram air intake system

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 short ram intake system for 2015 or 2016 Mazda 3 2.0-liter

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.

2015-2016 Mazda 3 2.0L AEM short ram intake system includes an AEM air filter

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

AEM Mazda 3 2.0L short ram air intake system dyno chart

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.

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JP Built 2016 Hyundai Tuscson Turbo Custom SEMA Show Car Breathes Better with AEM

The JP Edition 2016 Hyundai Tucson Adventuremobile

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

2016 Hyundai Tucson Adventuremobile with Treeline Tamarack roof-top tent

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."

2016 Hyundai Tucson Adventuremobile with Aries Bull Bar, Steps and Rigid Industries LED lights

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

2016 Hyundai Tucson turbo AEM cold air intake and AEM charge pipe

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
AEM Intake
AEM Charge Pipe Kit
Magnaflow Exhaust
Lucas Oil
2016 Hyundai Tucson with Magnaflow exhaust system

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
Custom Suspension Lift
Wilwood Custom Fabricated Brake Kit with Matching Army Green Painted Calipers
Rays Gram Lights 57DR Wheels, Semi-Gloss Black
Toyo Tires Open CountryA/T II Tires
Project KICS Leggdura Racing Lug Nuts
Project KICS Wide Tread Spacers

EXTERIOR MODIFICATIONS
BASF Army Green Paint by Strasse Sport
Aries Bull Bar and Side Steps
Thule 47-in. Aeroblade
Thule Rapid Podium Foot Pack
Thule Fit Kit
Treeline Tamarack Constellation Gen2 Roof-Tent
Goal Zero Nomad 20 Solar Panel
Rigid Industries SR-6 LED Lights with Tucson Light Bracket, E-40 LED Light Bar, Rock Light Kit
Decals by S&A Design

INTERIOR MODIFICATIONS
Katzkin Custom Leather Upholstery
Seat Belt Planet Custom Army Green Seat Belts
Truck Vault Storage with Trekpak System
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Solar Generator, Light-A-Life 350 Lights, Lighthouse Mini, Venture 30 Recharger
VLEDS Lighting
CTEK Battery Charger
2016 Hyundai Tucson with RAYS Gram Lights 57DR wheels and Toyo Open Country A/T II tires

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


Scosche EFX Series Multi-Core Interconnects, EFX Speaker Wire, EFX Amp Power Kit, EFX Power and Ground Distribution Block, Hyperflex Accumat Sound Deadening Material, MagicMount System
Scosche Optimized for Outdoors BOOMBOTTLE+, reVOLT Dual USB Car Charger, StrikeLINE Rugged LED Lightning and Micro USB Cable

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 830 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by the Hyundai Assurance program, which includes the 5-year/60,000-mile fully transferable new vehicle limited warranty, Hyundai's 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty and five years of complimentary Roadside Assistance. Hyundai Blue Link Connected Care provides owners of Hyundai models equipped with the Blue Link telematics system with proactive safety and car care services complimentary for one year with enrollment. These services include Automatic Collision Notification, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostic Alert, Monthly Vehicle Health Report and in-vehicle service scheduling.

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AEM Driver Derek West Finished 2015 Ultra 4 Season With East Coast Championship

AEM Intakes Driver Derek West Before Ultra 4 Nationals at Wildwest Motorsports Park
The Ultra4 4400 class race cars were ushered in with a parade lap in front of the grandstands, and each driver, including AEM’s Derek West, got out as the announcer introduced each team (Photo by Sightline Images)
Derek West driving the AEM powered # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC Wheels Ultra4 car
Derek West did an excellent job of keeping up with the leaders moving the AEM powered # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC Wheels Ultra4 car up to 3rd place at one point (Photo by Sightline Images)
The AEM Air Intake Systems sponsored # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC wheels team took to the track at Wildwest Motorsports Park in Reno, Nevada for practice following the drivers meeting for the Nitto Tire Ultra4 Nationals. Crews had set the track set up with lots of big rocks, hills, jumps, which meant there was lots of fun to be had. Qualifying was split into 2 heats, each 5 laps long, and Derek West, driver of the AEM Dryflow® air filter equipped # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC Wheels Ultra4 car, started 2nd in the 1st heat. Derek did a great job of passing his competitors on the way toward the front of the pack. Derek West and the AEM equipped # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC Wheels Ultra4 car went on to finish 4th in the heat.

At 3pm the Ultra 4 4400 class race cars were ushered in with a parade lap lining them up in front of the grandstands. The drivers got out and the announcer introduced each team. Derek was lined up in the 4th row beside fellow Nitto Tire driver Erik Miller. The packed Wildwest Motorsports Park track was perfect for spectators; as they could see the entire race from the grandstands. With a burst of roaring engines the racers were off.
Derek West was 7th place overall in the 2015 Ultra 4 Nationals at Wildwest Motorsports Park
Derek West went on to take 7th place overall in the 2015 Ultra 4 Nationals at Wildwest Motorsports Park in a race that was both exciting for drivers and loads of fun for spectators (Photo by Sightline Images)

Derek West and the AEM sponsored # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC wheels team won the Ultra 4 East Coast Championship
Derek West and the AEM sponsored # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC wheels team won the Ultra 4 East Coast Championship, 4th in the West Coast Series, and 2nd in the Ultra 4 Nationals (Photo by Sightline Images)

Derek West did an excellent job of keeping up with the leaders moving the AEM powered # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC Wheels Ultra4 car up to 3rd place at one point. The team struggled with a few issues during the race, but Derek managed to keep the car going and to stay in the top 10. Derek West went on to take 7th place overall in a race that was both exciting for the drivers and loads of fun for spectators to watch.

Later that evening the 2015 Ultra 4 end of season banquet was held at the Atlantis Hotel and Casino. It was a fun filled night with lots of laughs, stories of the season, pictures, and taking the time to really enjoy the 'Family" that makes Ultra 4 racing an amazing off-road sport. Derek West and the AEM sponsored # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC wheels team were awarded the Ultra 4 East Coast Series Championship, 4th Place in the West Coast Series, and 2nd Place in the overall Ultra 4 Nationals.

AEM air filter equipped # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC wheels Ultra 4 Race Car on display in the Northstar Battery 2015 SEMA Show booth
Derek had the AEM air filter equipped # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC wheels Ultra 4 Race Car on display in the Northstar Battery 2015 SEMA Show booth, # 25029
Derek West at the 2015 SEMA Show in the AEM Induction Systems 2015 SEMA Show booth
While at the 2015 SEMA Show Derek West took the time to stop by the AEM Induction Systems 2015 SEMA Show booth to catch up with the AEM crew and pose for a few pictures
Not long after wrapping up the 2015 Ultra 4 Nationals season, Derek made another trip out west for the 2015 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Derek had the AEM air filter equipped # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC wheels Ultra 4 Race Car on display in the Northstar Battery SEMA booth, #25029. Derek even took the time to stop by the AEM Induction Systems 2015 SEMA Show booth to catch up with the AEM crew and pose for a few pictures. Next, Derek and the AEM sponsored # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC wheels team will start prepping their car for the biggest race of the year, the 2016 Ultra 4 Nitto King of the Hammers in the first week of February 2016.

Derek West and the # 20 Nitto Tire/Northstar Battery/KMC wheels team trust their Ultra 4 race car to the protection provided by AEM Dryflow synthetic air filters and AEM Pre-Filters. Use the AEM Product Search to find AEM performance products for your vehicle. To find an AEM dealer near you, use Search for AEM Dealer or simply visit AEMintakes.com.
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Add Horsepower to 2014-2015 Mazda 3 2.0 liter Manual with an AEM Cold Air Intake

AEM Mazda 3 2.0L cold air intake system

The 2014-2015 Mazda 3 2.0L manual transmission AEM cold air intake system will look good, and perform just as well for years to come

Mazda 3 2.0L

Add a boost in horsepower and torque to 2014 or 2015 Mazda 3 2.0 liter models with a manual transmission by installing AEM cold air intake system, 21-765C

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. Mazda revamped the 3 for 2014 and the end result certainly does not disappoint. Still present is the impressive sporty handling and respectable 2.0 liter Skyactiv engine. The 2.0 liter Skyactiv engine is certainly nothing to scoff at with its impressive engineering and resulting above-average 0-60 times, though there is room to take your 3 to the next level. Add a boost in horsepower and torque to 2014 or 2015 Mazda 3 2.0 liter models with a manual transmission with the AEM cold air intake system 21-765C.

AEM pioneered the cold air intake market in the 1990s and this legacy of precision-tuned intake systems is visible even today with the 21-765C 2014-2015 Mazda 3 2.0L cold air intake. A mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube replaces the corrugated factory intake tubing, helping to streamline airflow into the engine. The tube is coated in a durable gunmetal grey powder coat to help ensure the 2014-2015 Mazda 3 2.0L manual trans CAI system will look good for years to come.

An AEM Dryflow® reusable air filter 21-202DOSK, is fitted to the end of the air intake tube to help minimize restriction as well as provide outstanding engine protection. Another benefit of the AEM Dryflow air filter’s design is that it is washable and reusable with the ability to go up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions. The filter is placed in the driver’s side wheel well, allowing the engine to draw cooler air from outside the vehicle which can aid in increasing horsepower., An AEM air filter wrap 1-4000, is available separately if splashes of water are a concern.

AEM Mazda 3 2.0L engine

The 21-765C AEM cold air intake kit relocates the Mazda 3 air filter to the driver’s side wheel well, helping to keep air intake temperatures lower and to increase horsepower

AEM Mazda 3 2.0L cold air intake system dyno chart

On a 2014 Mazda 3 2.0 liter manual transmission, AEM cold air intake 21-765C produced an estimated additional 6 horsepower at 4400rpm and 8 pound-feet of torque at 3400rpm

The saying goes, “the proof is in the pudding.” Well, cars don’t have pudding so let’s say “the proof is in the performance gains.” On the dyno, an AEM 21-765C cold air intake system installed on a 2014 Mazda 3 2.0 liter manual transmission produced an estimated additional 6 horsepower at 4400rpm and 8 pound-feet of torque at 3400rpm over the factory air ducting system. Those power gains are to the wheels, not to the crank.

The 21-765C cold air intake system for 2014-2015 Mazda 3 2.0L manual transmission models is an easy-to-install performance upgrade, maintains all required factory connections, and comes with every part needed for installation. AEM covers its air intake systems and Dryflow air filters with a Lifetime Limited Warranty so owners have confidence that their intake system will perform for the life of their vehicle and beyond.

The Mazda 3 has always been a top-contender in the compact segment and with an AEM 21-765C cold air intake system; the 2014-2015 Mazda 3 2.0L manual trans can become the cream of the crop. Order a cold air intake today at AEMIntakes.com or find a dealer nearby using the AEM Dealer Search. Find additional Mazda 3 performance upgrades from AEM on the AEM Air Intakes for the Mazda 3 page.

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