Derale Performance

Trusted Performance Cooling Solutions Since 1975

Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Derale Performance has built a reputation as one of the industry's leading specialists in automotive cooling technology. For nearly five decades, racers, enthusiasts, and everyday drivers have relied on Derale's engineering expertise to keep engines and transmissions running at optimal temperatures under the most demanding conditions. The brand's commitment to innovation and quality has made it a go-to choice for anyone serious about thermal management, whether they're competing on the track, towing heavy loads, or simply maintaining their vehicle for peak longevity.

Derale's product philosophy centers on creating cooling solutions that deliver maximum efficiency while fitting into tight engine bays and demanding race environments. The company's catalog spans everything from fluid coolers to electric fans, each designed with practical engineering that addresses real-world cooling challenges. This focus on functional design rather than marketing hype has earned Derale a loyal following among mechanics and performance builders who need solutions that actually work.

Comprehensive Fluid Cooling Technology

At the heart of Derale's product line are their engine oil and automatic transmission oil coolers, which represent decades of refinement in heat exchanger design. These coolers use advanced plate-and-fin or tube-and-fin construction to maximize heat dissipation while minimizing pressure drop and fluid flow restrictions. For complete installation convenience, Derale offers automatic transmission oil cooler kits that include everything needed for a professional-grade installation—coolers, lines, fittings, thermostats, and mounting hardware. These complete kits take the guesswork out of selecting compatible components and ensure that all parts work together as an integrated cooling system.

Transmission temperature management is critical for vehicles that tow, haul, or operate in stop-and-go traffic where heat buildup can dramatically shorten transmission life. Derale's transmission coolers are engineered to handle extreme duty cycles, with options ranging from compact universal coolers to application-specific direct-fit solutions. Many kits incorporate in-line thermostats that activate electric fans only when needed, reducing parasitic power draw and extending component life.

Electric and Mechanical Fan Solutions

Complementing their fluid coolers, Derale manufactures a full range of airflow management products including engine cooling fan blades, engine cooling fan assemblies, and complete engine cooling fans. Their electric fan offerings include high-CFM pusher and puller designs, dual-fan setups with custom shrouds, and their innovative Tornado series that delivers exceptional airflow in compact packages. For belt-driven applications, Derale's flex fan blades are engineered to flatten at high RPM, reducing parasitic horsepower loss while still delivering strong airflow at idle and low speeds.

Derale's brushless electric fans represent the cutting edge of cooling fan technology, offering improved efficiency, longer service life, and reduced current draw compared to traditional brushed motors. These fans are popular in street rod and custom applications where space is limited but cooling demands remain high. Whether you need a simple direct-fit replacement or a custom-engineered cooling system for a high-horsepower build, Derale provides the components and technical support to achieve reliable temperature control.

Why Choose Derale Performance

What sets Derale apart is their focus on solving cooling problems rather than simply selling parts. Their product engineers understand the thermal dynamics of engines, transmissions, and power steering systems under stress, and design solutions that address root causes rather than symptoms. This engineering-first approach, combined with rigorous quality control and real-world testing, has made Derale Performance a trusted name among racers, builders, and mechanics who demand reliability when the temperature gauge starts climbing.