Alpine Alpenglow
| Industry | Automotive |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | France |
The Alpine Alpenglow Hy4 () represents a hydrogen-fueled concept car introduced by the French manufacturer Automobiles Alpine in October 2022.
Introduction
On October 13, 2022, Alpine revealed the Alpenglow through a digital launch, which was subsequently showcased at the 2022 Paris Motor Show. This concept embodies Alpine's dedication to sustainable performance by leveraging hydrogen technology.
The vehicle was first displayed in the United Kingdom during the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, equipped with a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 engine producing 740bhp. This presentation emphasized Alpine's pursuit of merging high power output with eco-friendly advancements.
A fully operational and enhanced model, named the Alpenglow Hy4, was introduced on May 13, 2024, at the 2024 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. Characterized as a "rolling laboratory designed as a race car," it is planned to participate in demonstration runs at the 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans, highlighting Alpine's leadership in hydrogen-powered racing technology.
Powertrain
The original Alpenglow concept is powered by a V8 engine integrated with a dihydrogen fuel cell developed by British company Gibson Technology, delivering an output of 880 hp. In contrast, the fully functional Alpenglow Hy4 model utilizes a 2.0 L turbocharged inline-four engine that generates 340 hp.