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General Motors is set to join the F1 grid in 2026 under the name Cadillac Formula 1 Team, borrowing from the great American marque it owns.
General Motors and Cadillac expressed their excitement for joining the F1 world after finalizing an agreement with the sport. Cadillac is preparing to enter the 2026 season under the new technical regulations. GM’s long-standing interest in F1 was highlighted by signing up as a power unit supplier starting in 2028 and partnering with the Andretti F1 project. The recent approval of the Cadillac F1 Team marks a significant milestone following organizational changes within Andretti Global. GM President Mark Reuss emphasized the company’s commitment to showcasing engineering expertise and technology leadership on the global stage of Formula 1. Mario Andretti, the 1978 F1 champion, will join the Cadillac F1 Team board, expressing his enthusiasm for returning to his “first love” in racing. It remains to be seen who General Motors will select as its inaugural F1 driver, and fans can participate in a poll by RacingNews365 to share their thoughts.
