Fred Vasseur expressed great satisfaction with the partnership between Andretti and Ferrari starting in 2026, highlighting the benefits for both parties
The announcement of the collaboration between Ferrari and Andretti Cadillac, set to begin in 2026, has generated significant excitement. As clarified by Ferrari, the Italian manufacturer will supply its Power Unit and gearbox to Andretti Cadillac, their newest client. This development is particularly advantageous for Scuderia Ferrari, as Andretti is poised to fill the vacancy left by Sauber Audi, which has yet to confirm its engine plans for the 2026 season despite the impending transition.
he team led by former Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto is still exploring options for its Power Unit, including a potential in-house production in Germany, leveraging the new facilities set to replace Sauber’s Hinwil headquarters. While Honda had shown tentative interest in collaborating with Andretti, it is now focused on a future partnership with Aston Martin, leaving Ferrari to take the lead in this new alliance. Ferrari’s Team Principal Frédéric Vasseur shared his perspective on this promising collaboration.
Vasseur’s statement
The French Team Principal, following Ferrari’s second-place finish in the Constructors’ Championship, enthusiastically commented on the partnership:
“It’s fantastic to see another American team, supported by one of the most prestigious brands in the automotive industry, entering Formula 1 at a time when our sport is growing in popularity in the United States.”
After reflecting on the significance of Andretti’s entry into F1, Vasseur elaborated on the mutual benefits of the collaboration: “We are delighted to supply the team with our Power Unit and gearbox as part of our technical partnership. This allows us to maintain two customer teams in the World Championship.” Currently, Ferrari’s other customer team is Haas.
Vasseur concluded by emphasizing the strategic advantages for Ferrari:
“This partnership also brings numerous technical development benefits to Ferrari.”
This strategic move by Ferrari reflects its intent to remain competitive against the increasingly fierce Power Unit rivalry with Mercedes and Red Bull from 2026 onwards. Vasseur’s proactive approach underscores Ferrari’s determination to stay ahead in the evolving F1 landscape.
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