Toto Wolff confirmed 'exploratory discussions' between Mercedes and Alpine over a potential power unit supply deal.
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff said they “like the thought of replacing Aston Martin” in an update on power unit supply talks with Alpine .
Alpine currently enjoy works team status in Formula 1 via their exclusive use of the Renault power unit, but with the new generation of PUs on the way for F1 2026, could that situation be about to change?Rumour had it that Alpine were considering moving away from the Renault PU and becoming a customer team, Wolff confirming at the British Grand Prix that “exploratory discussions” have been held with the French manufacturer on this subject.
“I think we’re set up as an organisation that the more power units, the better it is in terms of accelerating some of the developments or the reliability. “So this is where it is. I think it didn’t go beyond the point of exchanging opinions or having like, you know, exploratory discussions. “I think Alpine would take a decision, do they want to continue with their Formula 1 engine programme or not? And only when they have taken that strategic decision, we would dive into our agreements. But we’re open-minded, and that’s what we have told them.”With this new era of Formula 1 now only a year-and-a-half away, the clock is ticking for Alpine to decide what path they wish to take.“No, that’s far too complicated and long-lasting, impactful decision for Alpine to make,” he replied.
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