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Cadillac pass FIA test ahead of 2026 entry
The new F1 team, Cadillac, passed a crucial FIA test earlier in December, marking a significant milestone for the American squad as they prepare to join the F1 grid in 2026.
Initially, Cadillac will use Ferrari power units for their first two seasons before transitioning to a partnership with General Motors in 2028, potentially unlocking the team’s full potential.
Cadillac’s design team has dedicated years to crafting their debut F1 car, soon to be piloted by Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez, both accomplished drivers in the motorsport realm.
Successfully navigating the mandatory FIA homologation tests was a pivotal achievement, validating the team’s design work and engineering prowess in bringing their car to life on track.
Despite likely starting at the back of the pack in their inaugural season, team principal Graeme Lowdon remains optimistic about Cadillac’s progress and the challenges that lie ahead in the highly competitive F1 environment.
