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CASTROL MOTORSPORT PARTNERS

Since 1906, our business has developed around a passion for supporting pioneers and record breakers on land, water and in the air. Today we sponsor some of the world's most successful motorsport teams.

The finish line is just the beginning

Motorsport has always been the beating heart upon which Castrol thrives, but we do not merely supply racing teams - we stand alongside our partners in a mutual quest for higher performance.

 

We work in synchronicity with teams and engineers so that Castrol products are considered as crucial as any other key component on any vehicle competing on track. 

BWT Alpine F1 Team 

Formula 1 is the ultimate proving ground. Fiercely contested among the world’s best racing drivers, designers, engineers and automotive giants, it is the iconic pinnacle of motorsport.


It is why manufacturers identify it as the perfect arena to demonstrate technical innovation. In 2023, BWT Alpine F1 Team has assembled a fantastic all French team that includes drivers Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon.

 

This pursuit of excellence is the inspiration behind Castrol’s partnership with BWT Alpine F1 Team. Together we strive to win against the toughest opposition.


Modern F1 engines are incredibly sophisticated. Only three 1600cc turbo-charged hybrid units may be used by each car per 23-race season, while the internal combustion units rev to 15,000rpm and produce more than 700bhp. So, in an environment where success and failure are measured in milliseconds, marginal gains are critical.


Castrol has a team of dedicated engineers embedded in the BWT Alpine F1 Team. They work in partnership with the engineers to blend bespoke ultra-low viscosity lubricants, such as Castrol EDGE , which must be strong enough to protect these engines from the phenomenal forces at work while reducing the friction that saps crucial power.


But once the oil is deployed in the A523, Castrol’s mobile trackside support continues its work analysing its performance, monitoring quality control and the health of the Renault E-Tech power unit’s components.


This insight allows us to develop lubricants for your car whilst proudly assisting BWT Alpine F1 Team in its quest to be world champions.

BWT Alpine F1 car
BWT Alpine F1 car drivers
BWT Alpine F1 car
BWT Alpine F1 Team
BWT Alpine F1 Team
BWT Alpine F1 Team
BWT Alpine F1 car
BWT Alpine F1 car drivers
BWT Alpine F1 car
BWT Alpine F1 Team
BWT Alpine F1 Team
BWT Alpine F1 Team
Castrol is a vital partner for the BWT Alpine F1 Team. Just as in all other components on a racing car, performance is there to be harnessed and maximised. Through its bespoke lubricants Castrol is contributing a crucial part to ensure this from the engine and gearbox. Equally to have trackside support provides a critical element of our information flow through a race weekend, giving us instant insight into our engine’s behaviour and health on track.BRUNO FAMINBWT Alpine F1 Team - Technical Director (Engine)