Cadillac will join Formula 1 in 2026 as the 11th team on the grid – but how much do we know about the newcomers?
For starters, Graeme Lowdon – previously at the Virgin and Marussia F1 teams – will be team principal.
There had been speculation former Red Bull boss Christian Horner was in the running for the role – but Cadillac CEO Dan Towriss moved to “shut down that rumour”.
“Our support, belief, backing is 100% in Graeme Lowdon,” said Towriss, who is also owner of motorsport team Andretti Global.
Cadillac will temporarily purchase and use power units from Ferrari, with General Motors approved by governing body the FIA to build and supply them from 2029.
Their drivers are also known, with Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas signed on multi-year deals.
Perez and Bottas have 106 podium finishes between them but lost their seats at the end of the 2024 season.
Responding to questions on why Cadillac had not opted for younger drivers, Lowdon said signing the experienced duo was a “bold sign of intent”.
“Their leadership, feedback, race-hardened instincts and of course their speed will be invaluable as we bring this team to life.
“They have also raced a lot of different teams, teams that have won world championships, and that experience is really useful.”
IndyCar race winner Colton Herta, 25, has been named test driver for the team.
The 2026 F1 season begins with the Australian Grand Prix on the weekend of March 6-8.
