Alpine’s Power Play: The Mercedes Era Begins
Alpine’s Play: The Mercedes Era Begins The Alpine 2026 launch isn't just about a new look— it’s about a total identity shift. After years of struggling with an underpowered Renault unit, the team has made the seismic transition to a Mercedes customer engine . With the 2026 regulation reset acting as the " Great Equaliser, " Alpine is banking on German engineering to propel it back into the heat of the midfield fight. The " Horner " Rumours & Enstone Reality The launch has been shrouded in one of the wildest rumours of the winter: the potential move of Christian Horner to Alpine. While the team remains focused on the reality of the 2026 season , the sheer volume of speculation suggests that Alpine is looking to overhaul its leadership to match its new technical ambitions. Whether or not Horner makes the jump, the message is clear: Alpine is no longer content with being an " also-ran non-contender team ." Gasly’s Point to Prove Pierre...
