PHINIA Strengthens Strategic Partnership with Alpine Racing to Drive Innovation in Motorsports
PHINIA announces two significant partnerships with Alpine: supporting the development of the Alpenglow hydrogen-powered prototype and expanding its partnership with BWT Alpine Formula 1 Team. PHINIA is supplying innovative DI-CHG direct hydrogen injectors and driver technology for the Alpenglow project, designed for high-performance engines using hydrogen and compressed natural gases.
The Alpenglow Hy6, a 6-cylinder vehicle, was showcased at the Paris Motor Show, following its 4-cylinder version demonstration at the Total Energies 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. The prototype's capabilities were displayed at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Additionally, under the Delphi brand, PHINIA is extending its existing 3-year partnership with BWT Alpine Formula 1 Team, with enhanced visibility through logo placement on single-seaters and commercial assets throughout the F1 calendar.
PHINIA annuncia due importanti partnership con Alpine: supportando lo sviluppo del prototipo Alpenglow alimentato a idrogeno e ampliando la sua collaborazione con il team di Formula 1 BWT Alpine. PHINIA fornisce iniettori di idrogeno diretti DI-CHG innovativi e tecnologia di pilota per il progetto Alpenglow, progettato per motori ad alte prestazioni che utilizzano idrogeno e gas naturale compresso.
La Alpenglow Hy6, un veicolo a 6 cilindri, è stata presentata al Salone dell'Auto di Parigi, dopo la dimostrazione della sua versione a 4 cilindri durante le 6 Ore di Spa-Francorchamps di Total Energies. Le capacità del prototipo sono state mostrate alle 24 Ore di Le Mans. Inoltre, sotto il marchio Delphi, PHINIA sta estendendo la sua partnership esistente di 3 anni con il team di Formula 1 BWT Alpine, con una maggiore visibilità attraverso la posizionamento del logo sulle monoposto e sugli asset commerciali nel corso del calendario F1.
PHINIA anuncia dos asociaciones importantes con Alpine: apoyando el desarrollo del prototipo Alpenglow impulsado por hidrógeno y ampliando su colaboración con el equipo de Fórmula 1 BWT Alpine. PHINIA está suministrando inyectores de hidrógeno directos DI-CHG innovadores y tecnología de conductor para el proyecto Alpenglow, diseñado para motores de alto rendimiento que utilizan hidrógeno y gas natural comprimido.
El Alpenglow Hy6, un vehículo de 6 cilindros, fue exhibido en el Salón del Automóvil de París, tras la demostración de su versión de 4 cilindros en las 6 Horas de Spa-Francorchamps de Total Energies. Las capacidades del prototipo se mostraron en las 24 Horas de Le Mans. Además, bajo la marca Delphi, PHINIA está extendiendo su asociación existente de 3 años con el equipo de Fórmula 1 BWT Alpine, con mayor visibilidad a través de la colocación de logotipos en los monoplazas y activos comerciales a lo largo del calendario de F1.
PHINIA는 알프라인과 두 가지 중요한 파트너십을 발표했습니다: 알펜글로우 수소 동력 프로토타입 개발 지원 및 BWT 알프라인 포뮬러 1 팀과의 파트너십 확대입니다. PHINIA는 수소와 압축 천연 가스를 사용하는 고성능 엔진을 위해 설계된 알펜글로우 프로젝트에 DI-CHG 직접 수소 분사기와 드라이버 기술을 공급하고 있습니다.
6기통 차량인 알펜글로우 Hy6는 파리 모터쇼에서 공개되었으며, 이 차량의 4기통 버전은 Total Energies의 스파-프랑코르샹 6시간에서 시연되었습니다. 프로토타입의 성능은 르망 24시간에서도 보여졌습니다. 또한, 델파이 브랜드 아래에서 PHINIA는 BWT 알프라인 포뮬러 1 팀과의 기존 3년 파트너십을 연장하며, F1 일정 전반에 걸쳐 단좌차와 상업 자산에 로고 배치를 통해 가시성을 높이고 있습니다.
PHINIA annonce deux partenariats significatifs avec Alpine : soutien au développement du prototype Alpenglow alimenté à l'hydrogène et élargissement de son partenariat avec l'équipe de Formule 1 BWT Alpine. PHINIA fournit des injecteurs d'hydrogène directs DI-CHG innovants et une technologie pilote pour le projet Alpenglow, conçu pour des moteurs haute performance utilisant de l'hydrogène et du gaz naturel comprimé.
Le Alpenglow Hy6, un véhicule à 6 cylindres, a été présenté au Salon de l'Automobile de Paris, après la démonstration de sa version à 4 cylindres lors des 6 heures de Spa-Francorchamps de Total Energies. Les capacités du prototype ont été affichées lors des 24 Heures du Mans. De plus, sous la marque Delphi, PHINIA prolonge son partenariat existant de 3 ans avec l'équipe de Formule 1 BWT Alpine, avec une visibilité accrue grâce au placement de logos sur les monoplaces et les actifs commerciaux tout au long du calendrier F1.
PHINIA kündigt zwei bedeutende Partnerschaften mit Alpine an: Unterstützung bei der Entwicklung des mit Wasserstoff betriebenen Prototyps Alpenglow und Erweiterung der Partnerschaft mit dem BWT Alpine Formel-1-Team. PHINIA liefert innovative DI-CHG Direktwasserstoff-Einspritzdüsen und Fahrertechnologie für das Alpenglow-Projekt, das für Hochleistungsmotoren ausgelegt ist, die Wasserstoff und komprimiertes Erdgas verwenden.
Der Alpenglow Hy6, ein 6-Zylinder-Fahrzeug, wurde auf dem Pariser Autosalon vorgestellt, nachdem seine 4-Zylinder-Version bei den Total Energies 6 Stunden von Spa-Francorchamps demonstriert wurde. Die Fähigkeiten des Prototyps wurden beim 24-Stunden-Rennen von Le Mans präsentiert. Darüber hinaus erweitert PHINIA unter der Marke Delphi die bestehende 3-jährige Partnerschaft mit dem BWT Alpine Formel-1-Team und erhöht die Sichtbarkeit durch Logo-Platzierungen auf den Monoposts und Werbematerialien während des gesamten F1-Kalenders.
- Strategic partnership in hydrogen-powered racing technology development
- Expanded presence in Formula 1 through renewed BWT Alpine partnership
- Technological advancement in sustainable zero-emission solutions
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The partnership between PHINIA and Alpine represents a strategic positioning in the emerging hydrogen mobility sector. The DI-CHG direct hydrogen injectors technology is particularly noteworthy as it addresses one of the key challenges in hydrogen combustion engines - precise fuel delivery and control. The multi-injection capabilities and dual compatibility with CNG and hydrogen demonstrate advanced engineering that could influence future powertrain development.
The implementation in Alpine's Alpenglow prototype serves as a high-profile testing ground for PHINIA's hydrogen injection technology. The progression from 4-cylinder to 6-cylinder variants (Alpenglow Hy6) suggests rapid technological advancement and scalability of the system. The demonstration at Le Mans, a notoriously demanding endurance race, provides valuable real-world validation of the technology's reliability and performance under extreme conditions.
This dual partnership positions PHINIA strategically in both traditional motorsport and future mobility sectors. The Formula 1 partnership expansion through the Delphi brand provides global visibility and brand reinforcement in the premium aftermarket segment, while the hydrogen technology partnership establishes PHINIA as an early mover in zero-emission racing technology.
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- PHINIA’s direct fuel injectors will power Alpine’s Alpenglow, a prototype combining automotive and motor sports excellence with sustainable approaches, including hydrogen power.
- PHINIA, under the Delphi brand, renews its partnership with BWT Alpine Formula 1 Team, reinforcing its expert technical presence in global motorsports.
- The expanded partnership highlights PHINIA’s commitment to driving innovation in high-performance motorsports and sustainable zero-emission technologies.
PHINIA equips Alpenglow’s hydrogen racing future
PHINIA is pleased to announce its technical partnership with Alpine to support the development of the Alpenglow hydrogen-powered concept car. For this project, PHINIA supplied its innovative DI-CHG direct hydrogen injectors and associated driver technology, which will help power Alpine’s vision for a zero-emission future.
The DI-CHG injectors are designed for high-performance internal combustion engines using hydrogen, offering powerful features such as precise fuel delivery, multiple injection capabilities, and compatibility with both compressed natural gases (CNG) and hydrogen gases. These injectors are an essential part of Alpenglow’s hydrogen combustion system, ensuring optimal performance while promoting zero-emission mobility.
Alpenglow represents the future of motorsport design and sustainable propulsion, aligning with PHINIA’s strategic vision to advance sustainability today to power a cleaner tomorrow. The brand new 6-cylinder vehicle, Alpenglow Hy6, was debuted at last year’s Paris Motor Show after the 4-cylinder version was showcased at the Total Energies 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps in May 2024. Alpenglow’s hydrogen-powered capabilities were also demonstrated on track at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with French football legend, Zinedine Zidane, as a passenger.
On the collaboration, Pierre-Jean Tardy, Chief Engineer, Hydrogen, at Alpine Racing, said: “We are thrilled to have PHINIA as our technical partner on this exciting journey into hydrogen mobility. Their expertise in fuel systems and advanced injector technology is critical to making Alpenglow a reality, and together we are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in motorsport.”
Delphi renews partnership with BWT Alpine Formula 1 Team
PHINIA, under its leading aftermarket brand, Delphi, is set to build on its existing 3-year partnership with BWT Alpine Formula 1 Team. Having previously been present on the cars at selected race events, the Delphi logo will now feature on the team’s single-seaters and associated commercial assets, maintaining a strong presence throughout the global F1 calendar.
This renewed partnership cements Delphi’s renowned reputation within the competitive aftermarket space.
Advancing innovation in motorsport and beyond
“We are excited to continue our partnership with Alpine Racing and BWT Alpine Formula 1 Team,” said Neil Fryer, Vice President and General Manager of PHINIA’s Global Aftermarket business. “The close collaboration between PHINIA and Alpine Racing reflects Delphi’s position as a high-performing technical leader which, through this partnership, is helping to develop more sustainable combustion technologies in high performance vehicles.
“Partnering with Alpine on these two fronts enables us to showcase the versatility and performance of our technology,” added Fryer. “From the reliability and durability of our Delphi aftermarket parts to the precise DI-CHG injectors in hydrogen racing, we’re excited to contribute to the next generation of automotive performance.”
About PHINIA
PHINIA is an independent, market-leading, premium solutions and components provider, with over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships and a strong brand portfolio that includes DELPHI®, DELCO REMY® and HARTRIDGETM. With over 12,000 employees across 43 locations in 20 countries, PHINIA is headquartered in
Across commercial vehicles and industrial applications (heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks, off-highway construction, marine, aviation, and agricultural), and light vehicles (passenger cars, trucks, vans and sport-utility), we develop fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions designed to keep combustion engines operating at peak performance, while at the same time investing in advanced technologies to unlock the potential of alternative fuels.
By providing what the market needs today to become more efficient and sustainable, while also developing innovative products and solutions to contribute to lower carbon mobility, we are the partner of choice for a diverse array of customers – powering our shared journey toward a cleaner tomorrow.
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