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Cadillac has formally announced its driver line-up, with Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez signing for its 2026 F1 debut.
Former F1 driver Derek Daly has praised Cadillac for their decision to have an experienced driver line-up for their debut season in the American F1 squad.
Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez will be driving for Cadillac next year, creating one of the most experienced driver line-ups in F1 history with over 500 grand prix starts between them.
Both Bottas and Perez have championship-winning experience with Mercedes and Red Bull, respectively, providing Cadillac with a strong foundation to challenge other teams on the grid.
Cadillac opted for an experienced pairing over younger talent after being linked with various drivers, including rookies.
Daly emphasized the importance of having experienced drivers in F1, stating that it reduces the risk factor and is crucial for Cadillac’s early growth.
Cadillac is aiming to differentiate itself from Haas by focusing on developing their own technology and aiming to be as competitive as the top teams in three to five years.
