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Cadillac Leaves 2026 F1 Seats Open as Driver Evaluations Continue

The General Motors marque is weighing veteran candidates against junior talent through discreet paddock talks.

En plena transmisión de F1 TV aparecieron ‘Checo’ y Bottas como pilotos de Cadillac y la imagen se volvió viral en segundos. (Foto: Redes sociales)
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Overview

  • Cadillac has not finalized any driver contracts for its 2026 debut and remains in the candidate evaluation phase.
  • CEO Dan Towriss says the team has held clandestine meetings with prospects in UK paddock pubs to assess fit and commitment.
  • Team director Graeme Lowdon emphasizes that proven Formula 1 experience is essential for a new squad’s stability.
  • Speculative pairings such as Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas highlighted by an F1 TV graphic have been clarified as unconfirmed commentary.
  • The team is also reviewing its own World Endurance Championship and IndyCar talent as potential seats for the inaugural season.