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The Alpine name has been used periodically for Renault's rallying and endurance programmes, and an Alpine-Renault won the 1973 World Rally Championship, and the 1978 Le Mans 24 Hours.Īlpine ceased production in 1995 but the marque was revived in 2017, before Renault decided to give its brand the ultimate platform in F1. What exactly is Alpine?Īlthough a new name to F1, Alpine have made racing and sports cars since the 1950s and - after being bought by Renault in 1973 - have worked closely with their fellow French manufacturers since. Renault now becomes the fourth in recent years to be renamed following Sauber's switch to Alfa Romeo, Toro Rosso becoming AlphaTauri, while Racing Point will be renamed Aston Martin from next season.That means you can get used to Alpine F1 being a team name on the grid, although it will still be a 'Renault' engine. On Thursday, as part of the Alpine overhaul, it was confirmed via a Groupe Renault statement that Abiteboul would be placed in charge of the "creation, organisation and implementation" of the Alpine brand, in tandem with his current role. In motorsport, Alpine has been involved with the Signatech outfit in LMP2. Renault purchased the Alpine brand in 1973, although it only restarted producing road cars again in 2017 following a 22-year break, rolling out the two-seater sports coupé, the A110, that remains its only model at present. The move comes as part of Renault's restructuring of its four brands - Renault, Alpine, Dacia and New Mobility - under De Meo, who is in attendance at Monza for this weekend's Italian Grand Prix. Alpine has its place in Formula 1 and can challenge for victory.” "The implementation of the 'budget cap' will put an end to the expense race and will allow the signatory teams to be measured for their sporting value. "The new regulatory and financial framework will establish the conditions for a fairer motorsport in its redistribution of revenues simpler and progressive in its governance. These will be assets in the preparation of 2022 deadlines. "Alpine brings a new meaning, new values and colours to the paddock with the spirit of competition from other worlds and French creative agility. Renault team principal Cyril Abiteboul added: “This change comes at a key moment in the trajectory of the team and the sport. Alpine will also bring its values to the F1 paddock: elegance, ingenuity and audacity.” "We are bringing a dream brand alongside the biggest names, for spectacular car races made and followed by enthusiasts. "By introducing Alpine, a symbol of French excellence, to the most prestigious of the world’s automotive disciplines, we are continuing the adventure of manufacturers in a renewed sport. Groupe Renault CEO Luca De Meo, who took over the role in July, said: “Alpine is a beautiful brand, powerful and vibrant, that brings a smile to the faces of its followers. Renault has stated the recent signing of the new Concorde agreements, with the capping of budgets and the implementation of new technical regulations from 2022, 'confirms the Group’s determination to return to the podium and win under its new colours'. The team’s engine will continue to benefit from Groupe Renault's hybrid powertrains and its E-Tech name will be retained.
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Renault has officially confirmed it is to be renamed Alpine F1 Team from 2021.