Alpine's 2026 F1 power unit staff has issued a final appeal to preserve Renault's Formula 1 engine project, as the manufacturer faces a pivotal vote regarding i
's Formula 1 engine project, as the manufacturer faces a pivotal vote regarding its plans for the 2026 F1 season by 30th September.
The staff argued that halting the F1 program would significantly impact France’s technology sector. They claimed that the 2026 Viry engine project held much greater potential than it had been acknowledged for. Having dedicated years of effort to the development, the staff remains committed to keeping Alpine as a works team in Formula 1.
In addition, the delegation delved into the technicalities and highlighted the forthcoming challenges F1 teams will face under the 2026 regulations, which will favor teams that effectively integrate their engine and chassis. Consequently, to remain competitive in Formula 1, teams are encouraged to produce both components in-house.
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