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Cadillac has a plan to start testing before the end of the year, but it won’t be running its own car.
Cadillac plans to conduct private testing in 2025 with an undisclosed partner team before debuting its first Formula 1 car in 2026. The American automaker recently announced Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas as their drivers for their F1 entry. Cadillac’s debut aligns with new technical regulations, including an expanded pre-season schedule of 10 test days across three venues.
As a new team, Cadillac faces the challenge of not only preparing their car but also integrating their team. Partnering with another team to test an older model car in 2025 will aid in expediting this process. The testing before the official Barcelona test in January will be crucial for Cadilliac’s F1 debut and for Perez to get back on track after his year away from the sport.
Perez expressed his excitement for the upcoming tests to shake off any rust and be fully prepared for the intense testing schedule next year. The team is working diligently in collaboration with partners to ensure a successful entry into the competitive world of Formula 1.
