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A statement of intent has been produced by Formula 1, regarding the General Motors entry.
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has expressed full support for General Motors’ 2026 entry into Formula 1, emphasizing the governing body’s backing of the move. A statement outlining the intention for General Motors to join as the 11th team on the grid in 2026 has been issued by F1, aligning with the introduction of new regulations. The American team is expected to start as a customer outfit, with plans to utilize either Honda or Ferrari engines initially. The team, set to be named Cadillac F1 according to The Associated Press, aims to develop its own engines by 2028. Despite initial rejection by motorsport’s higher echelons, the FIA’s approval earlier this year and the subsequent statement of intent signal a shift in the situation. Ben Sulayem has vocally supported this development, affirming the FIA’s solidarity with General Motors’ foray into F1 and underlining the collaborative efforts to progress the application smoothly.
