Torque vs power in simple terms

Torque is the twisting force the engine sends through the drivetrain.
Power is how quickly that force can be delivered.
You can build strong, safe power without spiking torque.
That is what good calibration does.

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Where gearbox limits come from

Clutch holding capacity

On manuals, the clutch is often the first limit.
If it is already worn, extra torque will show it up.
Slipping in higher gears under load is a classic sign.

Gearset and shaft loads

Gear teeth and shafts have design limits.
Repeated high torque at low rpm increases stress.
That is why “big torque down low” can be the wrong goal.

Heat and fluid condition

On automatics, heat kills components.
Old fluid and poor cooling reduce the safe headroom.
Torque spikes increase slip and heat.

Manual vs automatic: what changes

Manual

• Clutch condition matters more than people think
• Torque in tall gears is the stress test
• Driveability depends on smooth delivery, not peak figures

Automatic

• Torque management and shift behaviour matter
• Heat control and fluid quality affect the safe limit
• Some boxes have strict torque monitoring strategies

If you are remapping for towing, torque delivery matters even more.
Read remapping for towing in the UK.

How we tune torque safely

• We look at the vehicle, its use, and its service history
• We avoid low-rpm torque spikes that shock the drivetrain
• We focus on smooth, usable mid-range pull
• We keep within sensible limits for the gearbox and clutch

If you are worried about how a remap affects cover or disclosure, read
remapping insurance and warranty in the UK.

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The best remap is the one you can use every day.
No slipping.
No harsh delivery.
No chasing numbers for the sake of it.