Performance Automatic is a brand that designs and manufactures performance automatic transmissions, torque converters, and related parts for high-performance vehicles.
- Founded in 1984 by John Bohannon in Gaithersburg, Maryland
- Initially started as a transmission rebuilding shop
- Started producing and selling their own performance transmissions and parts in 1991
- Became a subsidiary of McLeod Racing in 2018
- Has a strong reputation and customer base in the drag racing and street performance communities
Designs and manufactures automatic transmissions and associated products for high-performance vehicles
Specializes in high-performance automatic transmissions and torque converters for racing and street applications
Produces a wide range of transmission and drivetrain components for both racing and street applications
A high-performance electronic overdrive transmission designed for street performance and racing applications
A high-stall torque converter designed for drag racing and other high-performance applications
An aftermarket transmission pan designed to increase fluid capacity and improve cooling
A torque converter is a fluid coupling that transfers rotating power from the engine to the transmission, allowing the vehicle to move.
Performance Automatic transmissions are designed to handle higher torque and horsepower than stock transmissions. They also often have higher stall speeds and improved cooling capacity.
Performance Automatic makes transmissions for a wide range of vehicles, including Ford Mustangs, Chevrolet Camaros, Dodge Challengers, and more.
Stall speed is the engine speed at which the torque converter begins transferring power to the transmission. Higher stall speeds are often used in high-performance applications to allow the engine to build more power before the vehicle starts moving.
Performance Automatic products are generally intended for racing and off-road use only, although some products may be street legal depending on local laws and regulations.