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Cadillac looks closer than ever to securing its first Formula 1 driver signing – here’s what you need to know
Cadillac’s first Formula 1 driver line-up is expected to feature either Valtteri Bottas or Sergio Perez, with a deal for Bottas likely to move forward quickly. The team, owned by General Motors, is taking its time to evaluate available drivers before making a decision. The final driver line-up will be determined by a collaboration between team principal Graeme Lowdon and key figures from General Motors and TWG Motorsports. Discussions with potential drivers, including Bottas and Perez, have been ongoing, with interest from both sides in the Cadillac project. The team aims to secure one driver soon, potentially before the F1 summer break in August, while taking more time to finalize the second seat. Meanwhile, options for the second driver could include Perez or a seasoned driver like Yuki Tsunoda, depending on how the driver market evolves. Ultimately, Cadillac is looking to build a competitive and experienced line-up for its debut season in Formula 1.
