Le Mans Yesterday and Today: Alpine

  • 04 November 2023
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Photo credit: Alpine, Renault, Wheelsage, ACO Archives, 24 Hours of Le Mans

Alpine, founded by Jean Rédélé in 1955, has been closely tied to Renault from its early years. Known for its light, competition-focused cars, Alpine’s emblematic model, the A110, became a symbol of agility and performance. It celebrated major victories, including first and second places at the Monte Carlo Rally in 1971 and winning the Constructors' World Championship in 1973. Renault's acquisition of Alpine that same year integrated it fully into the French group, and from then on, Renault would use the Alpine brand as its platform for pursuing sporting success—spanning from the 24 Hours of Le Mans to Formula 1.

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