Formula F1 has named General Motors-owned Cadillac, as their news competitor for 2026.
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and F1 made the announcement through a statement published on social media.
“The FIA and Formula 1 can confirm that following the completion of their respective commercial assessments, application by General Motors and TWG Motorsports to bring a Cadillac team to the FIA Formula One World Championship from 2026 has been approved,” read the statement.
This expands F1 teams to a total of eleven, and FIA President, Ben Sulayem described the move as a transformative one.
“The FIA Formula One Championship’s expansion to an 11th team in 2026 is a milestone.
GM/Cadillac brings fresh energy, aligning with the new FIA 2026 regulations and using ushering in an exciting era for the sport.
The Cadillac Formula 1 Team’s presence in the paddock will inspire future competitors and fans.
Their entry strengthens our mission to push motorsport boundaries at the highest level,” Sulayem explained.
Fans have already started speculating which drivers will join Cadillac in their debut era.
Meanwhile, F1 teams have rounded up the pre-season testing in Bahrain ahead of the official race for 2025.
The new season will kick off with the Australian Grand Prix scheduled between 14-16 March in Melbourne.
