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Pierre Gasly has huge ambitions for the new power unit regulations with Alpine, as discussed in an exclusive RacingNews365 interview.
Pierre Gasly is confident that he will have his chance to compete for race wins and championships with Alpine once the new power unit rules are implemented next year. Gasly is currently the only confirmed driver for Alpine in 2026 and has been heavily involved in the development of the team’s new car for the upcoming era of Formula 1. Alpine will transition to being a Mercedes customer team after deciding to discontinue its engine program, marking a significant change for the squad based in Enstone. Despite facing challenges and instability in the past year, Gasly has embraced his role as the lead driver at Alpine and has been instrumental in the team’s performance and operations. Gasly emphasized the importance of clear communication and consistency within the team, which has enabled him to better understand the car’s strengths and limitations, and work collaboratively towards improved performance. The French driver expressed satisfaction with the progress he has made with Alpine, highlighting the team’s evolving dynamics and their shared goal of achieving optimal performance together.
