Renault to Transform Viry-Chatillon Factory into 'Hypertech' Centre After Ending F1 Engine Production

Renault announced the cessation of Formula One engine production at its Viry-Chatillon factory after the 2025 season. The factory will transform into a 'Hypertech' centre, focusing on engineering innovation. Employees affected by this change will receive new roles within Alpine Hypertech. There are speculations about future partnerships with Mercedes.

Renault will halt Formula One engine production at their Viry-Chatillon facility post-2025 season, transitioning the site into a 'Hypertech' centre, the company announced Monday. The French carmaker's Alpine team will henceforth utilize power units from another manufacturer.

In the statement, Alpine confirmed that activities at Viry-Chatillon, barring new engine development, will persist until the end of the 2025 season. Employees impacted by the transition will be offered new positions within the Hypertech initiative. The new F1 monitoring unit aims to retain expertise in racing and drive innovation.

Speculations have risen about Alpine's future partnerships, suggesting a shift towards Mercedes engines. Alpine's statement did not confirm this, but the transition marks a strategic pivot aimed at enhancing the company's cutting-edge engineering capabilities.

(With inputs from agencies.)