Overview
- The American entrant finalized its veteran pairing after an evaluation focused on experience, technical feedback and team-building leadership.
- CEO Dan Towriss said the team consulted Red Bull about Pérez’s recent form and concluded his motivation and fit met their standards.
- Both drivers return to full-time competition in 2026 after a year away, with Bottas working as Mercedes’ reserve and Pérez departing Red Bull at the end of 2024.
- Cadillac will launch with Ferrari power units before introducing a General Motors works engine targeted for 2029.
- The team frames its first season as a building phase with intent to climb quickly, while outlining a future pathway for an American driver once super-licence requirements are met.