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As the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season wrapped up with the Bapco Energies 8 Hours of Bahrain, Cadillac Racing and Team JOTA celebrated a year of groundbreaking achievements. Despite being newcomers to the series. Cadillac finished the season fourth in the Hypercar FIA World Endurance Manufacturers' Championship, but the real highlights went far beyond the standings. In a historic milestone, Cadillac became the first American manufacturer to claim pole position at the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans since 1967. The No. 12 and No. 38 JOTA V-Series.R Hypercars locked out the front row at this year’s race, marking a momentous occasion for American endurance racing. The celebration continued in São Paulo, where Cadillac secured its first WEC victory with a commanding 1-2 finish led by the No. 12 driven by Alex Lynn, Norman Nato, and Will Stevens. Keely Bosn, Cadillac Racing program manager, reflects on the season’s success and the collaboration that made it possible. “Working with JOTA has been a joy,” she shares. “Our communication and teamwork have improved immensely over the year, and we’ve reached a great point as we look ahead to 2026.” Bosn oversees all three of Cadillac’s global racing efforts: Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing and Action Express Racing in IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, and Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA in WEC. The 2025 Le Mans was a historic first: all three teams operated together, running four Cadillac V-Series.R entries, a feat that fostered unprecedented collaboration. “The experience of coordinating across all teams—booking hotels, shipping parts, and strategizing—really brought us closer,” Bosn explains. “Having our engineers and teams in constant communication created a stronger, more unified organization.” Le Mans proved to be a turning point, boosting momentum heading into the season’s final races. The team’s focus and determination paid off with a spectacular 1-2 win at Autódromo José Carlos Pace in São Paulo, reaffirming Cadillac’s competitive edge. While a front-row lockout at Fuji didn’t result in a victory, it underscored the team’s resilience and strength. Looking ahead, Cadillac Racing is optimistic for the 2026 season. The V-Series.R will undergo exciting engineering developments, and the continuity among the teams, especially the ongoing partnership with JOTA, promises continued growth. Bosn praises JOTA’s unique team culture: “They bring everyone into their family atmosphere, making collaboration smooth and enjoyable. It’s a testament to how they operate and foster a sense of belonging.” As the countdown to the Rolex 24 at Daytona begins in January, Bosn and the entire Cadillac Racing team are working tirelessly to build on this year’s success. “With everything we’ve accomplished and the plans we have, Daytona looks very promising,” she affirms. Stay tuned for more exciting updates as Cadillac Racing continues to push the boundaries of endurance racing in 2026.

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team has announced an exciting driver lineup for its highly anticipated 2026 debut season, signing 10-time Grand Prix winner Valtteri Bottas and six-time Grand Prix winner Sergio “Checo” Pérez to lead the team onto the global stage. Together, Bottas and Pérez bring an unparalleled combination of experience, leadership, and technical insight, positioning Cadillac F1® for success as it joins the world’s most prestigious motorsport series. With more than 500 combined Grand Prix starts, over 100 podium finishes, and extensive development expertise, both drivers will play a key role in shaping the team’s competitive foundation from day one. Pérez echoed the enthusiasm, saying, “Joining the Cadillac Formula 1® Team is an incredibly exciting new chapter in my career. This project is full of passion and determination, and it’s an honor to help build a team that can grow into a real contender. Cadillac represents American racing heritage, and I’m proud to be part of this journey from the beginning.” Backed by TWG Motorsports and General Motors (GM), the Cadillac Formula 1® Team is developing a bold, innovative culture that merges American engineering ingenuity with European racing expertise. The team will operate across three motorsport hubs — Fishers, Indiana; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Silverstone, UK — bringing together world-class talent on both sides of the Atlantic. Dan Towriss, CEO of the Cadillac Formula 1® Team and TWG Motorsports, emphasized the significance of the announcement: “Bottas and Checo bring the perfect balance of talent, maturity, and drive. They’re not just elite drivers — they’re builders and collaborators. This is more than a lineup announcement; it’s the beginning of a bold new chapter in American motorsport.” With Bottas and Pérez at the helm, the Cadillac Formula 1® Team is poised to make a powerful entrance in 2026 — ushering in a new era for American performance on the world’s biggest racing stage.

Cadillac Formula 1 has named nine-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES race winner Colton Herta as its first-ever Test Driver, a key step as the team prepares to join the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. The second-generation driver, son of IndyCar and ChampCar veteran Bryan Herta, first competed overseas in 2015. His career earned him four wins, six podiums, and five pole positions in the Euroformula Open Championship, as well as three podium finishes, including a victory at Brands Hatch, in the British F3 Championship. He returned to American racing in 2017 and has since built an impressive résumé. Now entering his eighth INDYCAR season, Herta boasts nine wins, 16 pole positions, and more than 1,000 laps led in 116 career starts. He holds the distinction of being the youngest driver to win an INDYCAR race and pole position, a milestone achieved at Circuit of the Americas in 2019 — also home to the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix. Beyond INDYCAR, Herta has collected multiple IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship class wins at the Rolex 24 at Daytona (2019, 2022) and an overall win at the 12 Hours of Sebring in 2024. Transitioning into a new role with TWG Motorsports, Herta becomes the first Test Driver announced by Cadillac Formula 1, following last month’s announcement that Valtteri Bottas and Sergio “Checo” Pérez will form the team’s inaugural race driver lineup for its debut season. Details on Herta’s 2026 racing program will be shared at a later date. “I’m incredibly excited to be joining the Cadillac Formula 1 Team as a Test Driver,” said Herta. “This is a dream opportunity and one I’ve been working toward for a long time. To be part of Cadillac F1’s entry at such a pivotal time is something I couldn’t pass up. My dream has always been to race in Formula 1, and I see this move as a huge step toward that goal.” General Motors President Mark Reuss added that Herta’s arrival strengthens a world-class lineup: “Colton is an accomplished young driver with solid roots in American motorsports who will bring sharp insights and a relentless drive to push performance forward to the team. This lineup, supported by our engineering hubs, combines world-class talent, innovation, and determination that will accelerate our progress as Cadillac F1 moves toward Melbourne in March.” With Herta now on board, Cadillac Formula 1’s roster blends proven F1 experience with emerging American talent, setting the stage for an exciting debut on the global racing stage in 2026.

Cadillac’s vision for Formula One is no longer just ambition, it’s in motion. At a star-studded event in Miami, TWG Motorsports CEO Dan Towriss took the stage in an all-white suit at the exclusive “Cadillac Club” celebration, marking the official entry of the Cadillac Formula One Team for the 2026 season. The event, complete with a performance by Janelle Monáe and appearances from stars like Terry Crews, reflected the brand’s bold intent to make a mark on the global motorsports stage. What felt like a distant hope just a year ago has now become a reality. Thanks to General Motors’ deep motorsport heritage and strong support, Cadillac has earned its place on the F1 grid, overcoming the challenges that previously kept new teams out. The mood has shifted from resistance to welcome, as even rival teams’ personnel gathered to celebrate Cadillac’s arrival. “The environment has changed. The past is the past—we’re now welcome on the grid,” said Towriss. “We appreciate that and are focused on building something special.” That work is well underway. The team has already delivered its first chassis for 2026 homologation testing, a crucial step to ensure the car meets Formula One’s strict safety and design standards. Development is progressing on schedule, with a full chassis now allowing more advanced testing. While Cadillac will use Ferrari power units for its first three seasons, GM’s Performance Power Units LLC—approved by the FIA as a supplier for 2029 — signals a long-term plan for an all-American engine solution. “We want to race a car built in America, powered by an American engine,” said team principal Graeme Lowdon. “It’ll take time, but that’s the goal—and we’re on the right path.” Cadillac’s F1 effort is backed by a growing workforce. From an initial satellite base in Silverstone focused on aerodynamics, the team now boasts nearly 400 employees and expects to reach around 600 by 2026. New U.S. facilities are coming online, including an F1 headquarters in Fishers, Indiana, and a power unit facility in Concord, North Carolina—right in the heart of NASCAR country. These sites will not only serve engineering and manufacturing needs but could also become destinations for American F1 fans eager to connect with a homegrown team. The global nature of F1 means Cadillac’s operations stretch beyond U.S. borders. The team uses Silverstone’s expertise for wind tunnel modeling and design, while planning for U.S.-based production to take the lead in the coming years. As Lowdon put it: “We’re blending iconic American spirit with the best of global motorsport DNA.” Looking ahead, Cadillac’s definition of success goes beyond the scoreboard. The team aims to make an impact on and off the track—building a strong fanbase, attracting key American sponsors, and standing out with a fresh, bold approach. While the driver lineup and commercial partnerships are still under wraps, interest from brands new to F1 has been strong, signaling Cadillac’s unique appeal. “This is more than just joining the grid—we want to move Formula One forward in a bold, innovative way,” said Towriss. “We respect the challenge. We know it won’t be easy. But we’re ready.” With less than a year until its debut race, Cadillac Formula One Team is racing toward the future—determined to write a new chapter in American motorsports history.

Cadillac is officially shifting into high gear. Ahead of the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, the Cadillac Formula 1 Team offered fans a thrilling first look at its new logo, marking a bold step forward as the team prepares to hit the FIA Formula One World Championship grid in 2026. The unveiling, presented in a dynamic video release, showcases more than just a logo — it introduces a brand identity deeply rooted in Cadillac’s American heritage and forward-thinking design. Formed through the powerful partnership between TWG Motorsports and General Motors, the team embodies ambition, precision, and a uniquely American spirit on motorsport’s biggest stage. “Cadillac is honored to share the F1 stage with the best luxury brands from around the world,” said GM President Mark Reuss. “It’s a brand whose legacy on and off the track is filled with innovation, technological precision, and timeless beauty. Our journey has been long but from the very beginning, it has been about ambition… audacity… and now acceleration.” As Cadillac prepares to enter the most elite racing league in the world, the new logo signals a fusion of performance, luxury, and American pride—a fitting tribute to a brand known for its bold moves and relentless innovation. Stay tuned as Cadillac races toward its 2026 debut—and brings a new chapter of American excellence to Formula 1.