Overview

• Cadillac confirmed Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas as its inaugural 2026 Formula 1 driver pairing for the series’ 11th team.
• CEO Dan Towriss said the team had been leaning toward a younger option until Pérez’s interview at Monza demonstrated motivation and clarity of purpose.
• Team principal Graeme Lowdon emphasized that veteran leadership and feedback are central to building a first‑year operation.
• Colton Herta has been named reserve and test driver for 2026 and will skip IndyCar as he pursues the FIA super licence route, with reports indicating a possible move to Formula 2.
• Coverage notes the choice delivers short‑term credibility and marketability while deferring a chance to develop younger talent, reflecting a pragmatic early‑phase strategy.