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New F1 team Cadillac aren’t targeting points in 2026
Cadillac F1 CEO Dan Towriss reiterated team principal Graeme Lowdon’s comments on low expectations for their debut F1 season in 2026. The team will have Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas as drivers and will start with Ferrari engines, transitioning to in-house power units by the end of the decade. Towriss emphasized the focus on track performance and long-term success rather than initial points targets.
In comparison, Audi’s takeover of Sauber positions them differently, aiming to be world champions by 2030 with an established team core. Audi is expected to compete in the midfield, scoring regular points, while Cadillac, having recently hired over 500 staff members, is likely to struggle at the back of the pack. Both teams have distinct approaches to their debut seasons in F1, with Cadillac prioritizing development and on-track progress over immediate results.
The competition between Cadillac and Audi in 2026 will reflect their differing strategies and levels of preparedness, shaping up to be an intriguing storyline in the upcoming F1 season.
