The new concept features a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 engine developed by Alpine. It packs a punch with 740 hp (544 kW) and 770 Nm of torque, doubling the power of its predecessor. The engine runs exclusively on hydrogen and boasts four chain-driven overhead camshafts with 4 valves per cylinder.
For fuel storage, the Alpenglow HY6 uses three high-pressure tanks, each holding 2.1 kg of gaseous hydrogen. Power gets to the rear wheels through an Xtrac six-speed sequential transmission.
Alpine's designers have made some eye-catching updates to the exterior. The hood now sports additional intakes, and the rear deck has been redesigned. A transparent engine cover shows off the V6, while a more conventional rear wing replaces the previous version's design.
The carbon fiber bodywork stretches to 5.20 meters in length, giving the concept exotic proportions. Other striking design elements include a wraparound greenhouse, futuristic lighting units, and transparent blades.
Alpine Alpenglow
Alpine's racing ambitions are clear with this concept. The company aims to participate in the 24 Hours of Le Mans by 2028 and is pushing the FIA to allow hydrogen-powered racecars.
The Alpenglow HY6 builds on previous iterations of the concept. In May 2024, Alpine showed off the HY4, a rolling prototype based on a Ligier LMP3 chassis. That followed the original static display vehicle debuted at the Paris Auto Show in 2022.
With its latest version, Alpine has created a rolling laboratory with a clear racing focus. The HY6 likely uses a modified Ligier LMP3 chassis with various technical enhancements. It's a significant step forward in Alpine's hydrogen-powered journey, potentially paving the way for both racing success and a future production supercar.
Source: Alpine
