Every legend of the track began somewhere. Now, Cadillac is crafting its own chapter – returning to Grand Prix greatness with a driver pairing designed to lead, inspire, and win.
A bold name in American motorsport, Cadillac is staging a remarkable return to Formula 1. As the first new constructor to join since 2016, their 2026 debut carries both heritage and ambition. But no legacy unfolds without the right drivers. Enter Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Pérez, chosen not just for speed, but for the grit, experience, and leadership they bring to a team built from the ground up.
Perez’s return to the grid is a statement. The Mexican driver, who recently parted with Red Bull, signs a multi-year deal with Cadillac—eager to become the “team of the Americas” and shoulder the weight of expectation. Meanwhile, Bottas turns down other opportunities, including a return to Alpine, to break new ground with Cadillac—a chance to help sculpt a team rather than join one already defined.
Cadillac’s choice is strategic and unabashedly confident: two seasoned Formula 1 competitors, boasting 16 race wins and hundreds of Grand Prix starts between them. That track-hardened expertise is exactly what Cadillac needs in its formative years.
The move came after months of careful consideration. Rumors swirled around potential candidates—including Mick Schumacher, Colton Herta, Alex Palou, and several IndyCar stars—but Cadillac’s leadership ultimately favored maturity and proven performance.
At the helm of this venture is Graeme Lowdon, the former Manor team boss, working in partnership with Andretti Autosport and backed by General Motors. Their combined goal is to build an American powerhouse—not just on the grid, but as a technological force in F1, powered by Ferrari technology initially, with in-house engine ambitions already in motion.
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