Wink for Colapinto?: Alpine will display Mercado Libre's colors on the A525 for the United States GP

Alpine surprised ahead of the United States Grand Prix with an unprecedented livery on its single-seaters. The A525s that will be driven by Franco Colapinto and Pierre Gasly will feature Mercado Libre's yellow for the first time this season, in a design that aims to connect the French team with the Latin American audience.

The unveiling took place through a promotional video that brought together two prominent figures in the region: Colapinto himself and Neymar Jr. The Brazilian, global ambassador for the brand, and the Argentine driver shared the spotlight in a production that symbolizes the union between sports, speed, and Latin American culture.

The new look highlights the logo of the company founded by Marcos Galperín on the engine cover and rear wing, blending with Alpine's traditional blue and pink tones. The result is one of the most striking combinations in the paddock, with a clear reference to the regional identity of the Argentine driver.

The alliance between the French team and Mercado Libre was sealed at the beginning of 2024, coinciding with Colapinto's arrival to the team after his stint with Williams. Until now, the brand's presence on the car was discreet, but this new version expands its prominence just before the "American Tour" of Formula 1, which includes the rounds in Austin, Mexico, and São Paulo.