WEC – Alpine is working harder in 2016

After securing fourth place in the LMP2 category of the WEC in 2015, Alpine will strengthen its presence with two cars lined up in the 2016 season. The No. 36 will be entrusted to Nicolas lapierre who distinguished himself with KCMG last year and Gustavo Menezes, while the No. 35 in the colors of Baxi DC Racing, David Cheng's company, will be entrusted to the person concerned who will be accompanied by his compatriot Ho-Pin Tung. Vincent Capillaire has joined So24! by Lombard Racing which will enter a Ligier JS P2-Judd in ELMS with Olivier Lombard. The crews Alpine will be finalized soon.

“We sought to optimize our means and resources to bring together the best assets,” explains Bernard Ollivier, CEO ofAlpine. “Nothing is accidental in our 2016 program. With Nicolas Lapierre, we are securing the services of one of the very best endurance drivers. In addition to their sporting value, Gustavo Menezes, David Cheng and Ho-Pin Tung will allow us to raise awareness Alpine on the American, particularly Latin American, and Asian markets. »

“We are proud to have reached an agreement with DC Racing, which allows us to enter a second car. This will offer us undeniable advantages and opportunities on a strategic level?, adds Philippe Sinault, Team Principal of Signatech-Alpine. “On the drivers side, we are enthusiastic about the idea of ​​finding Nicolas Lapierre. He is truly part of the Signature family, since we won the 2003 Macau Grand Prix together. His extensive LMP1 experience will allow us to progress in all areas. »