Ο Carlos Tavares, met the new Alfa Romeo Tonale, the model that marks the brand's entry into the electrified era of motoring
The Stellantis CEO arrived in Imola for the recent Formula 1 World Championship Grand Prix driving the new Alfa Romeo Tonale, the brand's first electrified model, which marks a new era for the brand, but one that remains true to the unique DNA of Italian sporting character.
Mr Tavares was accompanied by Alfa Romeo CEO Jean Philippe Imparato, who accompanied him to the race, where the C42 - the Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN car - achieved its best performance of the year with a 5th place finish.η position of Valtteri Bottas.
"Being a typical example of the competitive spirit that characterises the Stellantis, η F1 is the ideal field where innovative solutions are tested with the ultimate goal of better performance and reliability for our products. For us it is an excellent opportunity to transfer this knowledge to production cars." said Mr Tavares. "The experience of Alfa Romeo at F1 will play a key role in the brand's evolution into the new era of electrified mobility and connectivity."
The Formula 1 World Championship is a leading laboratory for pioneering hybrid technology and artificial intelligence developed through advanced software systems. These strategic resources are extremely important for Alfa Romeo, which has made technological excellence at every level its primary objective.
Production of the Tonale will take place at the Pomigliano plant with the model expected to debut on the European market in June. The design of the model signed by Mr. Alexandros Lioki follows closely that of the prototype, while inside the sporty character is ideally combined with the high technology offered by, among others, the new multimedia system with top connectivity features.
