Overview

• Formula 1 is reportedly close to approving an 11th team, led by General Motors under the Cadillac brand, for the 2026 season.
• The Andretti Global bid, originally denied earlier this year, gained momentum after Michael Andretti stepped back from leadership roles in favor of Dan Towriss as majority owner.
• The U.S. Department of Justice launched an antitrust investigation into F1's initial rejection of the Andretti bid, which had previously met all FIA criteria.
• Existing teams have expressed concerns about prize money dilution but appear more open to General Motors' involvement, especially with Cadillac engines expected by 2028.
• The decision could be announced soon, with discussions intensifying during the Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend, marking a potential turning point for U.S. representation in F1.