P1racenews AI automatic summary:
F1 has packed a lot of arguments into its explanation for denying Andretti an entry – and some of those arguments don’t really hold up at all
Formula 1 has formally rejected a new entry from Andretti and General Motors, citing reasons such as concerns about competitiveness, lack of commercial value, and the team’s short-term engine supply arrangement. Despite receiving FIA approval in 2023, Andretti faced challenges in gaining acceptance from the commercial rights holder and existing teams. F1’s argument that Andretti would struggle to build cars to comply with both 2025 and 2026 regulations seems hypocritical, considering that Haas did the same and was immediately competitive in its first season. The absence of a General Motors works engine was a significant factor in F1’s rejection. The financial implications and lack of substantial commercial benefit also played a role in the decision.
