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With Andretti Formula Racing hoping to receive an entry to Formula 1 in the coming years, Alpine has not ruled out supplying the potential newcomer with Power Units
Alpine is open to resuming discussions with Andretti regarding the supply of Power Units in Formula 1, pending the success of Andretti’s F1 bid. Andretti’s entry is currently under consideration by Formula One Management after meeting the FIA’s criteria for forming an 11th team. Previous talks between Alpine and Andretti regarding an engine deal expired last month. According to F1 regulations, if a team is left without an engine partner, the manufacturer with the fewest customer teams will be assigned to provide engines. Alpine currently only supplies its works team, with Audi and Honda also joining as engine suppliers in 2026. Andretti plans to enter F1 in partnership with General Motors and its Cadillac division, although General Motors’ registration as a Power Unit supplier would only take effect in 2028. Alpine’s Interim Team Principal, Bruno Famin, expressed willingness to resume talks with Andretti, stating that the delay in the FIA’s approval process has resulted in a standby situation. However, Alpine remains open to discussing with Andretti if they secure an entry, as long as it brings added value to Formula 1 without diluting the championship’s overall value for other teams.
