Alpine is a French automaker renowned for its line of premium racing and sports cars.
Are Alpine cars any good?
The Alpine A110 is a thoroughly engaging car to drive. Tipping the scales at just 1,098kg, it's much lighter than rivals like the Porsche 718 Cayman and Audi TT RS. The Alpine's motor isn't as characterful as its German rival, but it sounds great, and it's more fun to rev than the muted flat-four in the latest Cayman.
What engines do Alpine cars use?
2021 season The Alpine car uses Renault engines.
Why is Renault Alpine?
And why did they change its name to Alpine this season? This year, Renault boss Luca De Meo reorganized the company to put greater focus on its four key brands Renault, Dacia, Alpine, and New Mobility. Alpine is their sports car brand, and it made sense to promote it via the greatest motor-racing sport on Earth.2 May 2021
Is Alpine same as Renault?
Formerly named Renault F1 Team and owned by the French automotive company Groupe Renault, the team was rebranded for 2021 to promote Renault's sports car brand, Alpine, and continues to serve as Renault's works team.
Who manufactures Alpine?
Renault Sport
Is Alpine the same as Renault?
The Alpine competition department merged into Renault Sport in 1976 and the production of Alpine-badged models ceased in 1995. The Alpine marque was relaunched with the 2017 introduction of the new Alpine A110.
When did Renault become Alpine?
Although 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.2 Mar 2021
Is Alpine owned by Renault?
The company was bought by Renault in 1973, but vehicles bearing the Alpine nameplate were produced until 1995. Recently, Alpine was revived with the launch of the Alpine A110.