The Alpine Formula 1 team has announced that it will transition to Mercedes power units starting with the 2026 season. Earlier this year, Alpine, owned by Renault, decided to halt its long-standing engine project in Formula 1, sparking speculation of a possible partnership with Mercedes. This speculation has now been officially confirmed.
A Strategic Partnership Between Mercedes and Alpine
Alpine has signed an agreement with Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains and Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix to supply power units and gearboxes from the 2026 World Championship onward. Under this multi-year agreement, Mercedes will provide Alpine with power units until at least 2030, along with a gearbox supply from the 2026 season.
Alpine’s Ambitious Roadmap
This choice highlights Alpine’s focus on strengthening its competitive edge in the long term. With Mercedes’ renowned engineering expertise and technological prowess, Alpine has the potential to boost its performance significantly. The team is also focused on maximizing its performance for the 2024 and 2025 seasons, preparing to enter 2026 on solid ground.