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Alpine encouraged by low-drama bow of new power unit
The Alpine team is taking a big step with this year's power unit in the new A522 chassis, with Renault switching to the split turbo approach first introduced by Mercedes back in 2014. Such a sweeping change is a major gamble for the squad, but one they feel justified in taking given the potential advantages it offers in terms of aerodynamics and centre of gravity. The new engine passed its first test last week in the pre-season shakedown at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona, where it proved consistent and reliable over the three days. Read also: Alpine says redesigned power unit boosted A522 aero gains Fernando Alonso and Esteban Ocon completed 283 laps (1,323.03 km) over the course of...
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