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From a rendering to reality Rockstar Performance Garage transformed a 2016 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L turbo for the 2015 Hyundai Motor America SEMA show booth, number 24387

Rockstar Performance Garage, the off-road specialists, teamed up with Hyundai Motor America for the first time to inject off-road functionality and style into a 2016 Hyundai Tucson turbo

Rockstar Performance Garage (RPG), the off-road specialists, teamed up with Hyundai Motor America for the first time to inject off-road functionality and style into a 2016 Hyundai Tucson turbo for the 2015 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The RPG built 2016 Hyundai Tucson crossover utility vehicle was officially revealed at Hyundai’s SEMA 2015 press conference on November 3, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. PT.

The bumper-to-bumper overhaul of the Rockstar Garage 2016 Hyundai Tucson turbo started with the most important piece of any serious off-roader: the suspension. The RPG Tucson sits six inches over stock height, riding on comparatively huge; 32-inch MTZ P3 tires from Mickey Thompson, and a fully-custom, adjustable shocks and struts system from King Shocks. The vehicle’s wheel wells were reconstructed to create space for the new setup which is able to fit the massive suspension and tire combination.

Performance modifications to the 2016 Hyundai Tucson turbo included upgraded turbo piping, a high-flow Magnaflow exhaust, a custom K&N air intake system and a new intercooler from Mishimoto. These performance upgrades help the 2016 Hyundai Tucson turbo engine breathe more freely, providing a performance boost to the 1.6-liter “Gamma” four-cylinder power plant. Power is delivered to all four wheels through a 6-speed DCT transmission.

The bumper-to-bumper overhaul of the Rockstar Performance Garage 2016 Hyundai Tucson SEMA build started with the most important piece of any serious off-roader: the suspension

A custom LED light bar setup from Bulldog LED Lighting and custom off road bumpers help the Rockstar Performance Garage 2016 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L turbo shrug off impacts

“The focus behind this build was to create an off-roader that nobody expected,” said Nic Ashby, owner and general partner, Rockstar Performance Garage. “The Tucson was a great starting platform with its rigid frame and plenty of room in the engine bay for modifications. With the complete suspension overhaul and blacked-out appearance, this Tucson is guaranteed to be a head turner in line with the Rockstar lifestyle.”

Rounding out the exterior visual modifications, the Rockstar Garage 2016 Hyundai Tucson has been finished in a black and yellow livery, smoked rear tail lights, a custom LED light bar setup from Bulldog LED Lighting, and custom off road bumpers to help the vehicle shrug off impacts.

The RPG Tucson also comes equipped with Hyundai’s next-generation Blue Link system. Blue Link’s Destination Search Powered by Google™ will help the vehicle get to all its events with ease as it tours the country in 2016, and all the gear inside will be kept safe using remote lock from the Blue Link mobile app for Apple Watch and Android Wear. The RPG team can also rest easy, knowing that if their Tucson is ever stolen, Blue Link can assist authorities to quickly find and immobilize it.

Rockstar Garage reconstructed the 2016 Hyundai Tucson’s wheel wells to create space for a fully-custom, adjustable shocks and struts system from King Shocks

A complete list of modifications made by Rockstar Performance Garage 2016 Hyundai Tucson turbo for the Hyundai Motor America 2015 SEMA Show booth is listed below. Find performance upgrades for your vehicle, including K&N Air Filters for the Hyundai Tucson, using the K&N search by vehicle tool.

POWERTRAIN MODIFICATIONS

CHASSIS/SUSPENSION MODIFICATIONS

The Rockstar Garage 2016 Hyundai Tucson sits six inches over stock height, riding on comparatively huge; 32-inch MTZ P3 tires from Mickey Thompson and KMC 17-in. XD Series wheels

EXTERIOR MODIFICATIONS

INTERIOR MODIFICATIONS

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA

16 year old J.J. Haley, driver of the No.05 Braun Auto Chevrolet, captured the 21 Means 21 pole award and Haley led all but 5 laps in the Casino Arizona 100 after cutting a tire

15-year-old Todd Gilliland made his debut in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West at Phoenix International Raceway and managed to take the checkered flag on lap 100

With beautiful weather, a stacked field, and four contenders with a shot at the Championship there was no doubt that the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West season finale would be one to watch. Going into the last race of the season at Phoenix International Raceway only 11 points separated the top four in points. Chris Eggleston led over Noah Gragson, Gracin Raz, and Ryan Partridge respectively.

With the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East season having ended in early October a handful of East series drivers made the trip out west to try their luck at the famed Phoenix International Raceway for the Casino Arizona 100. 16 year old J.J. Haley, driver of the No.05 Braun Auto Chevrolet, captured the 21 Means 21 pole award presented by Coors Light early In the day and would lead the field to green later that evening. Ryan Partridge was the highest qualifying championship contender and started 9th in his No.9 Sunrise Ford/Eibach Springs Ford Fusion. Chris Eggleston qualified 15th while Jefferson Pitts Racing teammates Noah Gragson and Gracin Raz qualified 20th and 25th.

With the championship on the line, tensions were high as the sun set and the green flag flew. JJ Haley led all but 5 laps in the Casino Arizona 100 after cutting a tire and making contact with the wall. This opened up the win for 2nd and 3rd place Todd Gilliland and William Byron. 15 year old Todd Gilliland made his debut in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West that evening. He managed to take the checkered flag on lap 100 bringing home the hardware and becoming the youngest race winner in the series’ history.

Not only was Todd Gilliland successful in his first NASCAR K&N Pro Series West race by claiming the win; but he also become the youngest race winner in the series’ history

The Bill McCanally Racing No.99 Napa Filters Toyota driver, Chris Eggleston, finished 11th in the race but it was good enough to win the 2015 NASCAR K&N Pro Series West Championship

Gragson and Eggleston battled late in the race, but after a last lap wreck Gragson came home in 13th place and second in the points standings. Gragson successfully earned the Sunoco Rookie of the Year honors over his teammate Gracin Raz. The Bill McCanally Racing driver of the No.99 Napa Filters Toyota, Chris Eggleston, finished 11th in the race but it was good enough to win the 2015 NASCAR K&N Pro Series West Championship. Ryan Partridge crossed the finish line right behind Eggleston and moved up in points to finish 3rd in the championship. The No.27 Montana Tech driver Gracin Raz lost a cylinder early in the race and later lost the motor finishing 24th and 4th overall in the season’s points standings.

Chris Eggleston, along with other top NASCAR K&N Pro Series drivers will be honored at the NASCAR Night of Champions Touring Awards at the Charlotte Convention Center/NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, North Carolina on Saturday, December 12th, 2015.

Story Author: Hannah Newhouse Hannah is an 18-year old sophomore at Boise State University in search of her marketing degree. Along with a full-time college schedule, she competes in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West and traveling super late model series. If not behind the wheel of a car, Hannah plans to make her career in the field of marketing and public relations for the world of motorsports.

The K&N KT-6912 replacement air filter is designed to increase horsepower and torque, as well as serving as a direct replacement for the factory 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016 KTM Duke 690 disposable air filter

If you hear the thumping tone of a single-cylinder motorcycle, you'd probably think it was a dirt bike. With the KTM Duke 690 though, it's a different story. The Duke is a big-bore streetfighter that sparingly sips fuel while blazing through bending backroads. It follows an efficient less is more mantra with one cylinder; no fairings and a slim 337 pound curb weight. Even with fewer cylinders than comparably-sized competitors, it's no slouch in the power department with over 60 horsepower. Efficiency and power, two traits of the Duke 690, are also synonymous with a K&N replacement motorcycle air filter.

The KT-6912 K&N Duke 690 replacement air filter is designed to increase horsepower and acceleration. Its roots trace back to 1969 when Ken Johnson and Norm McDonald developed the first K&N air filter for their off-road racing motorcycles. The core of the filter is K&N's renowned oiled cotton gauze filter media which helps to minimize restriction in the airflow pathway. Less restriction means a big single-cylinder motorcycle, like the 2013-2016 KTM Duke 690, can breathe easier and develop more power. The K&N 2013-2016 KTM Duke replacement air filter provides outstanding filtration and engine protection, while the precision urethane sealing lip creates an air-tight seal in the factory air box.

Another benefit of the KT-6912 K&N replacement air filter design is that it's washable and reusable. As the Duke 690 thrives with just one cylinder, so can your pocketbook by not having to replace disposable air filters over and over again. Simply service the K&N 2013-2016 Duke 690 replacement air filter with a K&N Recharger air filter service kit, the simple step-by-step instructions, and it will perform virtually like new.

The KT-6912 replacement air filter is an easy-to-install performance upgrade for the KTM Duke models listed below. K&N backs this filter with a 10-year/million mile limited warranty so owners can be confident that their filter is covered for many twisty roads and track days to come. Increase both the power and efficiency of your 2013, 2014, 2015 or 2016 KTM Duke 690 with a K&N replacement air filter. Order yours today at KNFilters.com or find a dealer in your area using the K&N Dealer Search.

By simply swapping your factory disposable air filter for a K&N replacement performance air filter, KTM Duke 690 models listed below can receive a simple to install increase in performance and excellent engine protection.

2016 KTM 690 Duke 690
2015 KTM Duke R 690
2015 KTM 690 Duke 690
2014 KTM Duke R 690
2014 KTM 690 Duke 690
2013 KTM 690 Duke 690

Dan Hogan of Hogie Shine Paint Body Fab in Phoenix, Arizona brought perhaps the coolest vehicle combo to the 2015 SEMA Show with the Hogie Shine 1930 Model-A and 1953 Ford COE

Over the last few years the traditional Hot Rod Model-T Ford, or the classic 1932 Ford "Deuce Coupe" has found itself displaced in certain crowds by the increasingly popular "Rat Rod". The Rat Rod is a counter-cultural movement to the high-priced custom Rods that have become little more than a rich man's trophy piece. Sure the Rods being built by guys like Chip Foose, or Boyd Coddington are works of art, but who can afford them, let alone risk driving them? Hence the Rat Rod movement was born with cars built according to the owner's abilities, budget, and of course with the intention of actually being driven. The biker, greaser, rockabilly, psychobilly, and punk sub-cultures are often credited with influencing rat rodding.

The Hogie Shine 1930 Ford Model-A Coupe body has been chopped 6-inches and channeled so that it sits low on a custom hand built chassis, I-beam front end, and 3-link rear

This doesn't mean, however, that a Rat Rod is no more than a bunch of junk parts thrown together. No, in fact, a Rat Rod should be an over the top reinterpretation of late 1940's to early 1950's hot rodding style that includes cultural elements of music, clothing, hairstyles, and tattoos. Loud, low, chopped, giant rear tires, multiple carburetors and open pipes should all be part of a well-executed Rat Rod build. Enter into the ring, Dan Hogan of Hogie Shine Paint Body Fab based out of Phoenix, Arizona. Dan Hogan has been painting cars for the last eight years, and branched off into his own shop about 2-1/2 years ago. Most of the work that Hogie Shine performs is the average paint and body collision repair kind of work. But that didn't stop Dan from building his own Rat Rod in the evenings after a long day at work.

A Ford 351 Cleveland engine propels the Hogie Shine Rod down the road and sitting atop that engine in the 1950's Cadillac air cleaner is K&N air filter, part number E-1690

The Hogie Shine 1930 Ford Model A was built around 4 years ago, and took Dan over a year to complete. The Model-A Coupe body has been chopped 6-inches and channeled so that it sits on a custom hand built chassis. The Hogie Shine rod rides on a traditional I-Beam front end that has been drilled and chromed. Out back though, a fully dimple died and trussed Ford 9-inch rear end connects to the car via a custom rear 3-link setup using Fox coil over shocks. 1940 "Juice Brakes", a popular hydraulic brake conversion for Rodders, have been rebuilt, chromed, and fitted to the Hogie Shine Rat Rod to provide much needed improved stopping power over the original units.

One of the most identifying features of the Hogie Shine Rat Rod is the custom upholstery, custom sheet metal interior, and the beautiful black and Scion Xb gold patina paint scheme

That extra stopping power is important because a Ford 351 Cleveland engine propels the Hogie Shine Rod down the road. Sitting atop Ford's top performing small block from 1970 to 1974 is a 1950's style Cadillac air cleaner/scoop combination. Inside this air cleaner is none other than a world famous K&N air filter, part number E-1690. Custom built headers covered in exhaust wrap helps the Ford 351-C exhale. 15-inch American Racing Astro Supreme style wheels wrapped in vintage style Coker Tires white walls connect the 351 Cleveland's power to the ground.

Dan Hogan relies on the superior airflow and superior performance of K&N air filters, as well as K&N oil filters, to keep the Hogie Shine Rod and Hauler running at their best

One of the most identifying features of the Hogie Shine Rat Rod is the custom upholstery, custom sheet metal interior, and the beautiful black and Scion Xb gold patina paint scheme. So when it came time for Dan Hogan to build his next project, it was decided that he would build them as a matching set. Due to the increasing popularity of vintage Cab Over Engine (COE) trucks, Dan decided to build a 1953 Ford COE capable of not only hauling the Hogie Shine Rod, but looking just as good. The Hogie Shine Hauler was built in time to debut at the 2015 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. On the outside the truck is painted to match the striking black and gold patina paint job of the Model-A. But it's what lies underneath the cab, full custom sheet metal tilt bed, and stained wood bed floor that will really amaze those in the know.

A 5,000 lbs. winch and Optima battery ensures the Hogie Shine Rat Rod can be easily loaded onto the Hogie Shine Hauler's functional stained wood floor tilt bed

The Hogie Shine Hauler features a 1953 Ford COE body mounted to a modern Dodge chassis. The Dodge chassis rides on full air bag suspension and features a custom rear four link suspension setup. Rolling stock consists of custom cut 22.5-inch Alcoa wheels milled down to 22 inches with the holes cut larger. Dan used 8 to 10 lug adapters to fit the Alcoa wheels to the Dodge running gear. The Hauler is powered by a 12-Valve Cummins diesel engine which breathes through a custom air intake system using K&N air filter RF-1007. The Cummins diesel engine releases spent gasses through dual 6-inch chrome stacks. A 5,000 lbs. winch and Optima battery ensures the Hogie Shine Rat Rod can be easily loaded onto the Hauler's functional tilt bed.

If you live in the South West United States there is a good chance you might see the Hogie Shine Rod and Hauler at some point. After driving the truck home from the 2015 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada to Phoenix, Arizona, Dan will have the vehicles on display outside of his busy North Phoenix shop on a daily basis. Additionally, he has a full schedule of projected late 2015 and 2016 car shows he will attend. Dan Hogan relies on the superior airflow and superior performance of K&N air filters, as well as K&N oil filters, to keep the Hogie Shine Rod and Hauler running at their best. Find the K&N performance replacement air filter, or universal air filter, in many air filter sizes that's just right for your application by using the Search by Vehicle tool on KNFilters.com.

The Brian Binkert, and Bink Designs, 2015 Ford F150 EcoBoost Prerunner aptly named Bink Boost was featured in the General Tire SEMA Show booth outside the Las Vegas Convention Center

Bink Designs is a graphic design company started by Brian Binkert in 2003 and based in the San Diego, California suburb of El Cajon, California. While Brian was exposed to the automotive drag race and car show scenes at an early age, his real passion is found in the excitement of off-road racing and the majestic beauty of the desert. Brian’s formal areas of study included graphic design, website design and filmmaking. However, while at an off-road race, he borrowed a still camera from a friend and discovered he excelled at shooting photos as well. Since then Brian's photos can be found worldwide on many automotive publications, commercial print & web ads.

5 Bink Designs spent 5 months building a 2015 Ford F150 3.5L EcoBoost to create a truck that was able to be driven daily, flashy enough to show, and rugged enough for prerunning

Being both a car guy and a designer certainly has its advantages when it comes time to build a custom vehicle. Before the "Bink Boost" F150, Brian had added his personal touch to a fully customized Ford Ranger, Ford Bronco, and a Chevy Tahoe. However, 5 months of 2015 were spent tearing down and rebuilding a 2015 Ford F150 3.5L EcoBoost with the goal of creating a truck that is able to be driven daily, flashy enough to show, and still be rugged enough to handle prerunning the rugged terrain of the Baja peninsula. Brian describes the 5 months it took to build the truck as his least favorite part of the build, stating "With it being a new body style it took much longer than anticipated because many things were developed using our truck for future production."

A Baja Kits a-arm and spindle suspension system provides 15" of wheel travel while Fox coilover shocks, Fox triple bypass shocks, and Fox bump stops handle whatever life throws at the truck

All delays aside, the 2015 Ford F150 "Bink Boost" prerunner turned out pretty amazing and features some cutting edge, and brand new to the market, aftermarket modifications. Brian said his favorite part of the build is "the cantilever rear suspension system that Baja Kits designed for us, as we are able to utilize all of the bed space without losing performance." The performance that Brian referenced is the 15" of wheel travel in both the front and rear of the Bink Boost F150. Baja Kits suspends both the front and rear of the truck with an A-Arm and spindle suspension system up front. Fox Coilovers, Fox Triple Bypass Shocks, and custom Atlas Suspension springs soak up speed bumps or whoops equally well.

Brian Binkert’s favorite part of the 2015 Ford F150 Bink Boost prerunner is the Baja Kits cantilever rear suspension that allows full use of the bed without sacrificing rear suspension travel

Ford EcoBoost engines, like the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 found in the Bink Boost prerunner, are designed to deliver horsepower and torque numbers on par with larger naturally aspirated engines while promising better fuel economy and reduced greenhouse gasses. The 2015 Ford F150 3.5L EcoBoost engine is just a few ponies shy of the larger 5.0L V8 Coyote Motor, but with the help of a few aftermarket upgrades the Bink Boost F150 can leave a V8 powered truck in its dust, both figuratively and literally. By adding a K&N air intake system, Magnaflow Exhaust, and a Superchips programmer the Bink Boost F150 pushes 400 HP through a 6-speed transmission connected to a Ford Raptor rear end housing and ARB differential.

Many additional modifications to the interior, exterior and even audio system were done to make the Bink Boost F150 just as comfortable on the highway as it is in a sandy desert wash. A full list of modifications is below:

Make: Ford
Model: F150 SuperCrew FX4 Sport
Year: 2015

Drivetrain:
3.5L Twin Turbo EcoBoost V6 / 400HP
K&N Air Intake System
Magnaflow Exhaust System
Superchips Programmer
6-Speed Transmission
Ford Raptor F9 4.0 Housing / Full Floater / 35 Spline / 5:00 Gear Ratio
ARB Differential
Stock Braking

Suspension:
(Front)
Baja Kits – A-Arm/Spindle Suspension Kit (15" Wheel Travel)
FOX - 10" 3.0 Coilover
FOX - 10" 3.0" Triple Bypass
FOX – 2.5" Bumpstops
(Rear)
Baja Kits – Cantilever System (15" Wheel Travel)
FOX – 12" 3.0" Triple Bypass
Atlas Suspension – Custom Springs

Interior/Seats/Wiring/Audio/GPS/Steering:
Kicker Multi-Channel Amplifier & Powered Subwoofer
Spod LED Lighting Controller

Wheels & Tires:
Method Race Wheels 17" Standard Beadlock Wheels
General Tire Grabber 37x17x12.50

Exterior:
FiberwerX 2015 Ford F150 7" Fenders
FiberwerX 2015 Ford F150 7" Bedsides
ADD Race Series "R" Front Bumper
ADD Venom Rear Bumper
ADD Bed Cage
(2) Spare General Tire 37"x17x12.50 Grabber Tires
Powertank 10LB
Stock Ford F150 Sport Grille
Rigid Industries 54" RDS LED Light Bar
Rigid Industries Rock Lights
(10) Rigid Industries D2
(2) Rigid Industries D2 Bumper Lights