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Cadillac Teases Jan. 5 F1 Announcement With Cryptic ‘24’ Cat‑Eye Image

The imagery has fueled outside chatter about Zhou Guanyu, with no confirmation from the team.

Overview

  • Cadillac posted a close-up cat’s-eye image featuring its logo, the number 24 and the date 5 January to trail an announcement.
  • The new team is set to enter Formula 1 in 2026 with Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas as race drivers, and Colton Herta as reserve while he steps into Formula 2.
  • Ferrari confirmed it has parted ways with reserve driver Zhou Guanyu, who raced with number 24, intensifying unverified links to Cadillac’s teaser.
  • Cadillac has not clarified what it will announce on 5 January and has declined to comment on the speculation.
  • A full livery reveal is scheduled in a Super Bowl television advert on 8 February, which team boss Dan Towriss describes as a key platform to introduce the brand.