Alpine Accelerates Electric Future with New Performance Platform
The car division of Formula One team Alpine has announced an ambitious strategy for its electric vehicle future, confirming plans for a new generation of performance EVs and a significant global expansion as part of the Renault Group's broader growth initiatives. The French sports car brand is preparing to launch what it describes as the most innovative product range in its history, building on recent success that saw Alpine exceed 10,000 annual registrations for the first time.
Expanding the Electric Lineup
Last year, Alpine sold 10,970 cars worldwide as it diversified its lineup beyond the long-running A110 sports car. Currently, the range includes three models: the A110 sports car, the A290 electric hot hatch, and the A390 electric sport fastback. However, the company emphasizes this is just the beginning of a wider expansion plan aimed at solidifying its position as a premium sports brand in the electric era. The final petrol-powered Alpine A110s are now rolling out of the brand's historic factory in Dieppe, marking the end of an era.
The Alpine Performance Platform
Central to these plans is a brand-new electrical architecture known as the Alpine Performance Platform, or APP, which will be used for an all-electric replacement for the current petrol-powered A110. This platform is specifically developed for electric sports cars and is designed to support various body styles in the future, including coupe, spider, and 2+2 models. It has been engineered to maintain the lightweight feel and agility synonymous with Alpine sports cars, using an advanced aluminium architecture that balances low weight with structural rigidity through bonded and riveted construction.
Battery technology is a key component of the platform's design. Two battery packs are integrated to maintain a 40:60 front-to-rear weight distribution, preserving the proportions and driving characteristics of the A110. The platform will utilize 800-volt cell-to-pack battery technology with high-energy density cells, aiming to combine strong performance with fast charging capabilities.
Advanced Powertrain and Chassis Systems
Power for the new A110 will come from a rear dual e-motor 3-in-1 e-axle designed to deliver high torque and rapid response, working alongside an SIC inverter for precise power control. Alpine is also introducing new chassis technologies, including aluminium suspension systems and integrated braking and steering hardware. At the core is the Alpine Dynamic Model electronic control unit, managing everything from battery performance to braking, steering, and active aerodynamics.
To enhance handling, Alpine has developed Alpine Active Torque Vectoring, a system that can vary torque between left and right wheels every 10 milliseconds to maximize traction and dynamic performance. The first car expected to use this platform will be the next-generation A110, which will continue to be built at the Dieppe factory in France, the brand's historic home since its return in 2017.
Strategic Vision and Growth
Philippe Krief, chief executive officer of Alpine, explained the brand's ambition: "Our goal is to become the leading French sports speciality brand globally, offering the best driver's cars of the EV era. We will achieve this by embracing new technologies while staying true to Alpine's DNA. Initially, we focus on growth with the Alpine A290 and A390 to attract new customers. Then, just as the A110 is our foundation today, we will introduce the first true EV sports car to the market, outperforming current combustion sports cars thanks to the Alpine Performance Platform."
Beyond product development, Alpine is expanding its retail and brand experience network. Currently operating 170 Alpine Stores across 25 markets, along with two Atelier Alpine concept locations and the La Piste Bleue experience centre, the brand plans to open additional Atelier Alpine sites in Milan and London during 2026. This expansion supports Alpine's strategy to remain agile and responsive to market evolutions, ensuring a robust and adaptable approach in the competitive electric vehicle landscape.
