# EXCLUSIVE: F1 is still the BIGGEST engineering challenge | Alpine F1 Team Dave Greenwood Interview

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Podcast: [Inside Line F1 Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/inside-line-f1-podcast-997858)
Published: 2026-08-17T10:41:00+00:00
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Most Formula One teams tout their engineering prowess, but few truly reveal what makes F1 the pinnacle of motorsport innovation. Dave Greenwood, Racing Director at Alpine F1 Team, pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to stay ahead in this high-stakes game. From the relentless pursuit of marginal gains to the groundbreaking engineering challenges of energy management in 2026’s cars, he shares insights that’ll leave you questioning whether F1’s technological arms race has reached its peak — or just begun. In this episode, you’ll discover: - How Alpine’s approach to driver development is shaping the future of racing stars like Kush Maini, and what it takes for young talent to break into F1. - Why Formula One remains the most complex and high-tech motorsport on the planet — with 11 teams creating cars from scratch in 11 different locations. - The secret to balancing data-driven decisions with instinct and experience, especially in the critical moments of race weekends. - How rule changes and technological innovations are pushing engineers to their limits, and what that means for the sport’s evolution. - The broader impact of F1’s global footprint — from India’s rising talent to the potential return of the Indian Grand Prix. - With over two decades in motorsport, Greenwood offers a rare perspective on what it takes to engineer victory at the highest level. - Whether you’re a racing fanatic, an aspiring engineer, or a curious newcomer, this episode reveals the unsung science behind every thrilling lap and record-breaking season. - Perfect for anyone passionate about cutting-edge technology, driver psychology, and the future of racing. Chapters:- 00:00 - Introducing Dave Greenwood and the Alpine conversation 02:21 - Why motorsport engineering led him to F1 05:04 - W…

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