Overview

• The team officially confirmed Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas as its 2026 drivers, opting for two 35-year-old veterans with extensive race experience rather than a rookie or U.S. prospect.
• CEO Dan Towriss dismissed reports of talks with Christian Horner and reiterated that Graeme Lowdon is the team principal with full backing.
• Management cautioned that the first season will likely be spent at the back as the new operation beds in, with both drivers framing their roles as long-term builders rather than short-term trophy hunters.
• Cadillac will start with Ferrari customer power units and targets an in-house power unit no earlier than 2029, setting a multi‑year technical roadmap.
• Bottas’ move ends his Mercedes reserve role, creating a potential opening for a young driver at the team as the wider driver market reshuffles.