Get ready for a thrilling spectacle as BWT Alpine Formula One Team, in collaboration with Xbox, is about to make history at the United States Grand Prix! In celebration of the legendary adventurer Indiana Jones’ return, Alpine is rolling out a jaw-dropping, one-off car livery and special race suits that will have heads turning faster than a whip crack! With the cinematic release of the highly anticipated Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, this F1 weekend in Austin is set to be nothing short of blockbuster-level excitement.
A BOLD NEW LOOK FOR ALPINE: SUNSET ORANGE, MAPS, AND WHIP-CRACKING ADVENTURE!
For one weekend only, Alpine’s A524 will transform into a racing tribute to the iconic Indiana Jones franchise, featuring a stunning sunset orange design inspired by the iconic logo and visual elements from the franchise. The car will be emblazoned with an ancient map, dotted with the signature red travel routes that every fan of Indy knows by heart. The title of the upcoming game, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, will be prominently displayed, making this livery a perfect blend of adventure and adrenaline.
Alpine’s drivers, Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly, will look the part too. Decked out in custom race suits featuring a world map and golden notes, they’ll embody the spirit of Indy’s globe-trotting, mystery-solving escapades. Expect Ocon and Gasly to channel their inner adventurers as they take on the Circuit of the Americas, dressed to impress both on the track and off!
INDIANA JONES TOUR: FROM CALIFORNIA TO AUSTIN WITH A MYSTERIOUS ARTEFACT IN TOW!
But the fun doesn’t stop at the track. In the lead-up to the race, BWT Alpine and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle embarked on a cross-country journey, touring historic American landmarks with a mysterious artefact in tow. The relic traveled by flatbed truck from California to Texas, passing through iconic locations like Las Vegas, the Bonneville Salt Flats, and Monument Valley, finally arriving in Austin just in time for the weekend’s high-octane action.
THE RACE WEEKEND SCHEDULE: ACTION-PACKED FROM START TO FINISH!
It all kicks off on Friday, October 18, with Free Practice and Sprint Qualifying, setting the stage for Saturday’s Sprint Race and official Qualifying sessions. The main event, a heart-pounding 56-lap race, takes place on Sunday, October 20 at 14:00 CT (15:00 ET / 21:00 CEST), where Alpine will unleash their Indiana Jones-themed beast on the tarmac. Fans will want to stay glued to their screens as Ocon and Gasly aim for glory in their cinematic-inspired machines.
TEAM PRINCIPAL SPEAKS: HOLLYWOOD MEETS FORMULA ONE!
Oliver Oakes, Team Principal of BWT Alpine, couldn’t be more thrilled about the collaboration. “Working with Xbox to bring the Indiana Jones livery to life has been an incredible experience. The vibrant new look will feel right at home in Austin’s unique atmosphere. This is our biggest activation yet, and I can’t wait to get my hands on the game when it comes out!”
THE GAME THAT INSPIRED IT ALL: INDIANA JONES AND THE GREAT CIRCLE
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, the thrilling first-person adventure game, transports players back to 1937, plunging them into the shoes of the legendary archaeologist. Set between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade, Indy must unravel one of history’s greatest mysteries while racing against sinister forces searching for an ancient power. Expect pulse-pounding action, puzzle-solving, and hand-to-hand combat as you embark on a globe-spanning journey to defeat evil. The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass on December 9, with a Spring 2025 launch on PlayStation 5.
AUSTIN WILL NEVER BE THE SAME!
With this dynamic blend of F1 and Indiana Jones, BWT Alpine and Xbox are bringing a whole new level of excitement to the Circuit of the Americas. Expect a weekend filled with adventure, speed, and nostalgia as Alpine’s Indiana Jones-themed car hits the track in a celebration of racing and cinematic history!
