Le Mans, the theater of automotive endurance, has seen legends pass by, but few have left a mark like Alpine. Between 2013 and 2025, the diamond brand stirred hearts with performances that were sometimes triumphant, sometimes disappointing. From the A450 to the A424, a look back at a saga rich in emotions.
2013 – LMP2
Alpine A450 – Nissan n°36(Pierre Ragues, Nelson Panciatici, Tristan Gommendy)14th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, 8th in the LMP2 category. Alpine’s first foray into modern endurance competition did not go unnoticed. Although it did not shine, the A450 laid the groundwork for a renewed ambition.
2014 – LMP2
Alpine A450b – Nissan n°36(Paul-Loup Chatin, Nelson Panciatici, Oliver Webb)7th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, 3rd in the LMP2 category. A year later, the team gains strength. With a solid performance, the A450b gets closer to the top, proving that the brand is ready to compete with the titans of the discipline.
2015 – LMP2
Alpine A450b – Nissan n°36(Paul-Loup Chatin, Nelson Panciatici, Vincent Capillaire)Retirement at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Unfortunately, this year, bad luck strikes the team. An early retirement leaves a bitter taste, but the project continues to evolve, bolstered by its previous successes.
2016 – LMP2
Alpine A460 – Nissan n°35(David Cheng, Ho-Pin Tung, Nelson Panciatici)Retirement at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Alpine A460 – Nissan n°36(Nicolas Lapierre, Gustavo Menezes, Stéphane Richelmi)5th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, winner of the LMP2 category. The tide finally turns for Alpine. The A460 demonstrates its potential with a victory in its category, confirming that the team is now a force to be reckoned with.
2017 – LMP2
Alpine A470 – Gibson n°35(Nelson Panciatici, Pierre Ragues, André Negrão)4th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, 3rd in the LMP2 category. The following year sees a new model and new ambitions. The A470 stands out with a strong performance, establishing itself as a serious contender on the Sarthe circuit.
Alpine A470 – Gibson n°36(Romain Dumas, Gustavo Menezes, Matt Rao)10th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, 8th in the LMP2 category. Competition strengthens, but Alpine continues to hold its own by accumulating experience.
2018 – LMP2
Alpine A470 – Gibson n°36(Nicolas Lapierre, Pierre Thiriet, André Negrão)5th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, winner of the LMP2 category. The following year, the team wins the LMP2 category again. An achievement that strengthens Alpine’s record and confirms its status on the international stage.
2019 – LMP2
Alpine A470 – Gibson n°36(Nicolas Lapierre, Pierre Thiriet, André Negrão)6th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, winner of the LMP2 category. Continuing its winning streak, Alpine proves it is here to stay. The team’s cohesion and the car’s reliability are undeniable assets.
2020 – LMP2
Alpine A470 – Gibson n°36(Thomas Laurent, André Negrão, Pierre Ragues)8th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, 4th in the LMP2 category. The years go by and challenges follow. Despite a strong performance, the road to the top remains fraught with obstacles for the team.
2021 – Hypercar
Alpine A480 – Gibson n°36(Nicolas Lapierre, André Negrão, Matthieu Vaxiviere)3rd in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. A major turning point: Alpine moves to the Hypercar category. This transition marks a new chapter in its history. A strong podium performance signals renewed ambitions.
2022 – Hypercar
Alpine A480 – Gibson n°36(Nicolas Lapierre, André Negrão, Matthieu Vaxiviere)23rd in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Unfortunately, the following year is less bright. Technical challenges overshadow hopes for a new victory.
2023 – LMP2
Oreca 07 – Gibson n°35(Olli Caldwell, André Negrão, Memo Rojas)19th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, 9th in the LMP2 category.
Oreca 07 – Gibson n°36(Julien Canal, Charles Milesi, Matthieu Vaxiviere)12th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, 4th in the LMP2 category. A return to the roots for Alpine with the Oreca 07 model. A difficult transition but rich in learning.
2024 – Hypercar
Alpine A424 n°35(Paul-Loup Chatin, Ferdinand Habsburg, Charles Milesi)Retirement at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Alpine A424 n°36(Nicolas Lapierre, Mick Schumacher, Matthieu Vaxiviere)Retirement at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Bad luck seems to cling to the team. Two consecutive retirements dampen the morale of the troops.
2025 – Hypercar
Alpine A424 n°35(Paul-Loup Chatin, Ferdinand Habsburg, Charles Milesi)9th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Alpine A424 n°36(Jules Gounon, Frédéric Makowiecki, Mick Schumacher)10th in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Despite the difficulties, the team does not give up and begins to see the light at the end of the tunnel with a more encouraging performance.
