The announcement has arrived: General Motors will officially be the 11th team in Formula 1 starting from 2026!
Since January 2024, Formula 1 has been in talks with GM and Cadillac regarding their entry into the sport. Now, the arrival of this new brand to the Circus is official, as confirmed from us just a few days ago.
Statements of the key figures
Greg Maffei, President and CEO of Liberty Media:
“With Formula 1’s continuous growth plans in the United States, we have always believed that welcoming an impressive American brand like GM/Cadillac to the grid, and GM as a future power unit supplier, could bring additional value and interest to the sport.
We acknowledge the leadership of General Motors and their partners for the significant progress they have made in their preparation to enter Formula 1. We are excited to move forward with the application process for the GM/Cadillac team to potentially debut in the Championship in 2026.”
Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1:
“General Motors and Cadillac’s involvement in this project is an important and positive demonstration of our sport’s evolution. We look forward to observing the progress and growth of this application, confident in the full collaboration and support of all the parties involved.”
Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA:
“General Motors is a huge global brand and a key player in the OEM world, working with impressive partners. I fully support the efforts made by the FIA, Formula 1, GM, and the team to maintain dialogue and work towards the goal of a preliminary agreement to bring a GM/Cadillac-branded team onto the grid for the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. All parties, including the FIA, will continue to collaborate to ensure the process progresses smoothly.”
Mark Reuss, President of General Motors:
“As the pinnacle of motorsport, Formula 1 demands uncompromising innovation and excellence. It is an honor for General Motors and Cadillac to join the world’s most prestigious racing series, and we are committed to competing with passion and integrity to elevate the sport for fans around the globe. This is a global platform for us to showcase GM’s engineering expertise and technological leadership at an entirely new level.”
Dan Towriss, CEO of TWG Global’s motorsport division:
“We are excited to partner with General Motors in bringing a dynamic presence to Formula 1. Together, we are building a world-class team that will embody American innovation and deliver unforgettable moments to race fans worldwide. We appreciate the support of the FIA and FOM for our application and their recognition of the value we can bring to the championship.”
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