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General Motors will enter Formula 1 in 2026 with a revised Andretti bid, with several factors at play in the apparent U-turn made by the world’s premier motorsport series.
Upon arriving in Las Vegas, reporters in the F1 paddock were abuzz with rumors of General Motors and F1 accelerating talks for a 2026 agreement; Michael Andretti had stepped down in September to aid the progress. With Dan Towriss as the new majority owner and General Motors involved, it was revealed that the Cadillac name would enter F1 utilizing Andretti’s groundwork. Despite his father Mario’s continued involvement, Michael’s bold approach and lack of significant value led to his exclusion from the venture. General Motors’ reputation and plans to develop their power unit by 2028 made them an attractive partner for F1. The US Department of Justice’s intervention also played a role in the swift agreement between F1 and General Motors.
