Alpine set to drive into Southampton with Hendy's newest showroom

Hendy Group is getting ready to launch its newest Hampshire dealership this month with the opening of Alpine Southampton in Eastleigh.

An opening event is planned for the 20th and 21st April, with a chance for guests to race the Alpine F1 on the very latest F1 simulators at the same time they get to see the current Alpine range, along with a rare vintage Alpine GTA V6 Le Mans – one of only 325 ever made.

Hendy Performance ambassador Tiff Needell will also be on hand to talk to customers on the Sunday about his Alpine driving experience and there will be the opportunity for one adult to win a Thruxton Experience together with two radio-controlled cars for youngsters to win.

Hendy Group chief executive Paul Hendy said the opening of Alpine Southampton marks a significant milestone for the group and the opportunity to offer customers some of the most exciting new cars available.

“Alpine is a new name for us which perfectly complements our existing brands in Hampshire,” said Paul.

“Alpine’s business is all about being at the cutting edge of innovation, which is something we really identify with, whether that is out on the F1 track or the creation of road cars.”

The opening of Alpine Southampton coincides with a period of growth for Alpine with plans for a 100% electric range by the end of 2026 and net-zero carbon production in 2040.

The official opening weekend runs from 9am to 5pm on the Saturday and 10am to 4pm on the Sunday.

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