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How under-the-skin changes can help Alpine overcome F1 engine deficit
Alpine made the decision in November 2022 to aggressively revamp their F1 car for the 2024 season. They unveiled the heavily-revised A524 at a launch event, with only the steering wheel being carried over from the previous car. One area they haven’t been able to directly improve is the engine, as it is known to be less powerful than their rivals by potentially 30bhp. Despite an investigation by the FIA, no action was taken to equalize performance. Alpine has focused on improving areas that interact with the engine, such as the installation and weight distribution. They have also made aero changes and revisions to control airflow inside the car for better cooling.
