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Alpine performance “not acceptable” for works F1 team, admits Famin

However, the Frenchman remains confident that the team can recover in the coming months on the back of a restructuring that has seen a switch to a new system with three technical directors.

Motorsport · Mar 7, 2024

Gasly sees "positive changes" at Alpine F1 despite "surprise" tech departures

Alpine started the season in Bahrain with the slowest car on the grid after finishing the 2023 season in sixth place.

Motorsport · Mar 6, 2024

McLaren's “three-pillared” F1 technical structure inspired Alpine changes

Alpine announced on Monday that it will henceforth have three technical directors, with responsibilities shared by Joe Burnell (engineering), David Wheater (aerodynamics) and Ciaron Pilbeam (performance), all reporting to Famin.

Autosport · Mar 5, 2024

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How McLaren's “three-pillared” F1 technical structure inspired Alpine changes

Alpine announced on Monday that it would henceforth have three technical directors, with responsibilities shared by Joe Burnell (engineering), David Wheater (aerodynamics) and Ciaron Pilbeam (performance), all reporting to Famin.

Motorsport · Mar 5, 2024

Alpine announces F1 technical restructuring after key exits

It emerged over the Bahrain GP weekend that technical director Matt Harman and head of aerodynamics Dirk de Beer had tendered their resignations, although the former was still present on the pitwall at Sakhir.

Motorsport · Mar 4, 2024

Alpine rules out F1 test for Mick Schumacher

Schumacher has joined Alpine to race its A424 Hypercar this year, in a bid to get back to top-line competition after a season on the sidelines as Mercedes F1 reserve.

Motorsport · Feb 27, 2024

Alpine rules out Schumacher F1 test

Schumacher has joined Alpine to race its A424 Hypercar this year, in a bid to get back to top-line competition after a season on the sidelines as Mercedes F1 reserve.

Autosport · Feb 27, 2024

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Why progress, not early form, is all that matters for Alpine F1 boss

The French manufacturer has been bracing itself for some early struggles, with the performance of its new A524 in Bahrain testing last week suggesting it will be battling at the back of the field – and could even be last.

Autosport · Feb 26, 2024

Doohan says high testing mileage makes him most attractive non-F1 driver

As well as FP1 rookie sessions, the Australian is undertaking 10 days of private F1 testing in older cars throughout the season, while also doing extensive simulator work at the factory, where the facilities are being upgraded this year.

Motorsport · Feb 12, 2024

Alpine F1 team hires road car specialist Woods for new COO role

Renault has also introduced a similar position at its power unit base in Viry, promoting Audrey Vastroux, who has been with the organisation for 18 years.

Autosport · Feb 8, 2024

Renault: Andretti engine talks won't resume until it gains F1 entry

The French manufacturer originally had a pre-contract with Andretti for a supply of power units when it first looked at making it onto the grid.

Motorsport · Feb 7, 2024

Renault says Andretti talks will only resume once it gains entry

The French manufacturer originally had a pre-contract with Andretti for a supply of power units when it first looked at making it onto the grid.

Autosport · Feb 7, 2024

Alpine F1 team completes €200 million stake sale to US investors

In June it was announced that Otro Capital had acquired a 24% share in Alpine Racing Limited for €200 million, a deal that valued the Enstone company at around $900 million.

Autosport · Dec 18, 2023

Alpine F1 team completes 200m euro stake sale to US investors

In June it was announced that Otro Capital had acquired a 24% share in Alpine Racing Limited for 200 million euros, a deal that valued the Enstone company at around $900 million.

Motorsport · Dec 18, 2023

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Autosport · Dec 12, 2023

Alpine "convinced" 2026 F1 chassis rules will negate any potential engine power losses

When the 2026-30 engine specification was being devised, both Audi and Porsche seemed ready to commit to the series. This increased the emphasis on sustainability and road relevancy.

Motorsport · Dec 12, 2023

Alpine "convinced" 2026 F1 chassis rules will negate any engine power losses

When the 2026-30 engine specification was being devised, both Audi and Porsche seemed ready to commit to the series. This increased the emphasis on sustainability and road relevancy. The outcome was a 50:50 power split between the internal combustion engine and the electrical output.

Autosport · Dec 11, 2023

Why Alpine changed an F1 team that was "not daring" enough

The A523 was inconsistent, usually suffering at high-speed and low-downforce tracks. There were good moments, notably in Monaco, where Esteban Ocon started and finished third, while team newcomer Pierre Gasly matched that result in the high attrition Zandvoort race.

Motorsport · Nov 23, 2023

Alpine: "Underestimated" Schumacher joining WEC team too good to pass up

Bruno Famin, vice president of motorsport at the Renault brand, explained that the deal for Mercedes F1 reserve to race the new Alpine A242 LMDh prototype in 2024 announced this week was already in motion before he was given a try-out in the car at Jerez in October.

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Autosport · Nov 23, 2023

Alpine: "Underestimated" Schumacher joining WEC LMDh team too good to pass up

Autosport · Nov 22, 2023

Alpine abandons F1 engine equalisation push

It is understood that Alpine has withdrawn a series of proposed upgrades to its current engine as these did not gain full support from rival teams, which led to an FIA assessment of the situation being closed.

Autosport · Oct 12, 2023

Alpine says Andretti F1 engine option has now expired

Andretti has been putting in place plans to enter F1 for a while now and, as part of an original push, it had an agreement with Alpine for a partnership for power units as well as possible customer car parts.

Motorsport · Oct 4, 2023

Alpine admits it needs to improve communication after F1 team orders row

Pierre Gasly was left angry after the Suzuka race, having been told on the final lap to slow down and let team-mate Esteban Ocon through to take ninth place.

Autosport · Sep 22, 2023

Harmony between factories key to Alpine F1 fortunes - Famin

Famin took over as an interim team principal at the end of July after the departure of Otmar Szafnauer and long-time sporting manager Alan Permane.

Autosport · Jul 29, 2023

A team in chaos or part of a masterplan? What’s going on at Alpine F1

After years where the accepted wisdom in F1 is that the route to success is a well-defined vision, stability, investment, and realism, Alpine going separate ways with two of its most senior figures seems a step in the opposite direction. It also comes against the backdrop of the team appearing to…

The Guardian - UK · Jul 28, 2023

Charles Leclerc on pole at Belgian GP after Max Verstappen penalty

Max Verstappen berated his team for ‘shit execution’ in qualifying as Red Bull’s Sergio Pérez joined Charles Leclerc on the front row of the grid

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