730HP Alpine Alpenglow hydrogen V6 concept could lead to
The twin-turbo six-cylinder powertrain was developed by Alpine and produces twice the power of the four-cylinder version The new Alpine Alpenglow HY6 is the follow-up to the HY4 rolling prototype. The biggest upgrade is the 730-horsepower hydrogen-fueled twin-turbo V6 engine. Alpine wants hydrogen-powered race car to enter 24 Hours of Le Mans Alpine continues to develop its hydrogen-powered concepts with the Alpenglow HY6, which debuted in Paris. The latest evolution of the supercar features an all-new hydrogen V6 powertrain that's twice as powerful as its predecessor's HY4 four-cylinder engine, while also offering slightly more refined looks. The concept car has its sights set on future participation in endurance racing, but a series production version is also considered a possibility. First up is the all-new powertrain, a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 developed by Alpine that delivers an impressive 730 hp (544 kW / 740 PS) and 770 Nm (568 lb-ft) of torque. The engine has four chain-driven overhead camshafts with 4 valves…
Updated Alpine Alpenglow Hy6 hydrogen power concept breakthrough
The Alpenglow Hy6 is the latest version of Alpine's hydrogen-powered prototype vehicle. It will make its debut at the 2024 Le Mans 24 Hours in a 4-cylinder configuration. The Alpine Alpenglow concept car now features a 740bhp 3.5-litre V6 hydrogen-powered engine, demonstrating Alpine's push for clean technology. It's built with a lightweight LMP3 carbon fiber chassis that improves performance and balances speed and efficiency. Hydrogen tanks are placed in the side compartments and behind the passenger compartment, complying with strict European safety standards. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed sequential gearbox, ensuring smooth control and precise handling, making the Alpenglow a glimpse into the future of sustainable performance vehicles. Bruno Famin, Vice President of Alpine Motorsports, said: "With the development of this new Hy6 V6 engine, we are demonstrating our commitment to hydrogen research, which may herald racing applications at high performance levels. This is a solution that continues to cultivate the enthusiasm for racing. The…