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Cadillac got its debut F1 season up and running at the Barcelona shakedown test earlier this week.
Cadillac, led by Sergio Perez, is gearing up for its debut at the Australian Grand Prix by exploring its new car.
The American team recently tested its new car in Barcelona with Perez and Valtteri Bottas at the helm.
Cadillac’s entry expands the grid to over 10 teams for the first time since 2016, coinciding with a new regulation cycle.
Despite logging the second fewest laps at the shakedown, Perez described the week as productive and valuable for the team.
They are focusing on exploring the car, different setups, and overall direction to progress before the racing begins.
The next step for Cadillac is the second pre-season test in Bahrain, as they strive for a successful start in Formula 1.
Perez acknowledges the challenging road ahead but is excited about the team’s potential and the positive atmosphere as they strive for success.
