P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Now it’s been granted an F1 spot, will Cadillac retain Michael Andretti’s preference to get an American driver on the grid? Can a new team do better than a blend of youth and experience? Or should it throw caution to the wind? Here’s our team’s verdict – with some left-field choices
With the General Motors-Cadillac project on track to join the Formula 1 grid in 2026, focus now shifts to finalizing the engine supply deal, designing the first F1 car, and selecting the driver lineup. There is a desire for at least one American driver, possibly Colton Herta, to be part of the team. The strategy may involve pairing an experienced driver with an American rookie through a shootout selection process. Potential drivers like Herta, Logan Sargeant, and Jak Crawford could be evaluated in semi-relevant machinery for the F1 opportunity. Some suggestions for the experienced seat include Yuki Tsunoda and Valtteri Bottas. The push to include an American driver, possibly Herta, in the lineup could provide a unique dynamic for the team. There are also considerations for drivers like Franco Colapinto, Felipe Drugovich, and Jak Crawford based on their skills and backgrounds.
