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Alpine completes a successful 1,250km Portimão test with its upgraded A424 Hypercar as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIA WEC season.

Alpine completes key pre-season tests as upgraded A424 shows promise ahead of 2026 WEC campaign

Karishma Persad3 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Alpine has taken another important step in its FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) preparations after completing a successful pre-season test with its upgraded A424 Hypercar at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve. Since making its debut in the championship’s top-tier Hypercar category in 2024, the A424 has already delivered several key milestones for the French manufacturer….

Alpine intensifies 2026 WEC preparations at Portimão as Ferdinand Habsburg says team motivation is “higher than ever”.

Alpine steps up 2026 WEC preparations with productive Portimão test

Karishma Persad3 months ago2 months ago03 mins

The Alpine Endurance Team has stepped up preparations for the upcoming 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season following a productive test session at Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portugal. Driver Ferdinand Habsburg highlighted the team’s growing confidence after the successful outing, stating that motivation within the squad is now “higher than ever”. Alpine building…

Jack Doohan Haas 2026 reserve driver announcement graphic

Jack Doohan joins Haas as 2026 F1 reserve driver

Camilla Bianca Trentin3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Jack Doohan’s 2026 deal with Haas keeps the Australian near the F1 grid as reserve driver, joining the American team after parting ways with Alpine. The move keeps the Australian embedded in the paddock alongside race drivers Esteban Ocon and Oliver Bearman, while he is expected to combine the role with a Super Formula campaign…

Nielsen: Alpine with “a lot to learn” following 2026 F1 Barcelona shakedown as Mercedes era begins

Rachel Stephens3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

The final day of the 2026 shakedown in Barcelona saw a flurry of activity, and Alpine F1 completed an impressive 160 laps thanks to Pierre Gasly, the highest tally of any of the drivers. Alpine’s Managing Director, Steve Nielsen, noted the “productive mileage” the team has managed to secure before heading into pre-season testing in…

Pierre Gasly in the A526 in Barcelona | Photo Credit: Alpine F1 Team

Gasly praises positive start for Alpine at 2026 F1 Barcelona shakedown

Kavi Khandelwal3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Pierre Gasly from Alpine F1 Team reported a solid start to the 2026 Barcelona shakedown. The first laps in the new Mercedes-powered challenger were completed this afternoon. It was described as a positive experience by the French driver. According to Gasly, “It’s been a good afternoon, first time in the drive for me this afternoon…

The seven F1 teams that have run their 2026 cars so far — and the four that haven’t

Nicolas Lopes3 months ago3 months ago06 mins

The first official pre-season tests for the 2026 F1 season begin tomorrow after some shakedowns earlier this month, as most of the teams and cars head to Barcelona for the first of three testing periods ahead of the start of the championship. Seven 2026 F1 cars have hit the track for shakedowns or filming days…

Flavio Briatore introduced Alpine's F1 2026 challenger with renewed purpose and cautious championship ambitions.

Briatore: Alpine’s 2026 season marks “great opportunity” with Mercedes F1 engine

Valeria Penachi3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

Team executive advisor and de facto team principal, Flavio Briatore unveiled Alpine’s new 2026 F1 season livery and Mercedes-AMG partnership. New technical regulations provide opportunities for improved competitiveness after a challenging 2025 campaign. A new beginning with Mercedes power “Today marks the beginning of a new chapter for BWT Alpine Formula One Team,” began Flavio Briatore. “It…

On January 23rd 2026, the BWT Alpine F1 Team officially revealed their new car livery in Barcelona. The launch of the A526 marks the beginning of a radical transformation for the Enstone-based squad as Formula 1 enters a new regulatory era.

Alpine unveils A526 livery for the 2026 F1 season

Eeske Lenz3 months ago3 months ago02 mins

On January 23rd 2026, the BWT Alpine F1 Team officially revealed their new car livery in Barcelona. The launch of the A526 marks the beginning of a radical transformation for the Enstone-based squad as Formula 1 enters a new regulatory era. Historic change: The Mercedes engine beneath the Alpine and its 2026 F1 livery Besides…

Ferdinand Habsburg returns to Alpine for a third WEC Hypercar season in 2026 as he targets more success after Fuji victory.

Ferdinand Habsburg returns for third Alpine campaign in 2026 WEC Hypercar

Karishma Persad4 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Ferdinand Habsburg will compete with the Alpine Endurance Team for a third consecutive season in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Hypercar category in 2026. The experienced Austrian aims to build on a breakthrough campaign with the French manufacturer last year. Habsburg has become a familiar presence in the endurance racing paddock since joining the…

Victor Martins joins Alpine Endurance Team for the 2026 WEC season, marking his switch from single-seaters to Hypercar racing.

Victor Martins joins Alpine for 2026 WEC Hypercar campaign

Karishma Persad4 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Victor Martins will take the next major step in his career in 2026 after agreeing to race for Alpine Endurance Team in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). The move sees the former Alpine Academy driver transition from single-seater competition to prototype racing in the Hypercar category. The Frenchman arrives in endurance racing following several…