General Motors Joins Formula 1 as Cadillac F1

Formula 1 has officially approved the entry of General Motors (GM) and Cadillac as the 11th team on the grid for the 2026 season, marking a significant expansion for the sport. This decision follows years of contention regarding Andretti Global's application for a new team, which was initially rejected by F1's commercial rights holder, Liberty Media. The Cadillac F1 team will initially use Ferrari engines while developing its own power unit, expected to be ready by 2028. Key figures in the new ownership structure include Dan Towriss and Mark Walter, with Mario Andretti serving in an ambassadorial role. The approval comes after a period of negotiations and a U.S. Justice Department investigation into Liberty Media's actions, illustrating the high stakes involved. This expansion is anticipated to enhance F1's appeal in the rapidly growing U.S. market, where interest in the sport has surged recently.