Alpine in her Mancian garden

Alpine has seriously embarked on its 23rd participation in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the second in the Hypercar category with the A424.

After the initial festivities of the weekend – Scrutineering on Friday and parade in the city center on Saturday – the Alpine Endurance Team returned to the track on Sunday for an intense Test Day for the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

On Friday, the two A424 prototypes underwent technical and administrative checks at Place de la République. This essential step, overseen by the FIA and the ACO, marks the official kickoff of the event. The teams, fully suited, enjoyed the atmosphere and support from a large crowd. The enthusiasm continued on Saturday during the traditional parade in the city.

On Sunday morning, starting at 10 AM, the six drivers dove into the heart of the matter. Split into two three-hour sessions, they reacquainted themselves with the 13.626 km circuit, which has been partially resurfaced since 2024. Ferdinand Habsburg and Jules Gounon opened the program, soon joined by their teammates. Together, they worked on settings, pit stops, track evolution, fuel management, and tire analysis.

As the stints progressed, the pace intensified. By the end of the day, the Alpine A424s, adorned with the “A70” logo to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the brand, had completed 137 laps, totaling over 1850 kilometers. They ranked fourth and tenth in the Test Day classification.

This day, rich in insights, launches the final preparation phase. On Wednesday, Alpine will return to the track for three hours of free practice, followed by the qualifications in the evening, leading to the first night runs until midnight.

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