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General Motors Receives Approval For 11th Formula One Team In 2026
In a major breakthrough, General Motors (GM) has received formal approval to enter the Formula One (F1) racing series as the 11th team in 2026. This significant development marks a new chapter for the American automaker in the global motorsport arena.
According to official statements from the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and Formula One Management, GM has successfully met the necessary requirements to join the existing 10 teams starting next year. The new team will operate under the Cadillac brand, making it a historic milestone for the iconic American luxury vehicle marque.
GM’s entry into F1 was not without its twists and turns, however. Initially, the company expressed interest in partnering with IndyCar race team owner Michael Andretti to enter the series in 2025. Unfortunately, this bid was rejected by F1 due to doubts about whether the partnership could compete at the highest level.
Despite this setback, GM persisted and eventually formed a new partnership with TWG Motorsports. This collaboration has yielded a team of over 300 individuals operating from bases in Indianapolis, Charlotte, North Carolina, Warren, Michigan, and Silverstone, England.
Notably, Ferrari will supply engines for the Cadillac F1 team in 2026. GM, however, intends to develop its own F1 engines by the end of the decade. This ambitious plan underscores the company’s commitment to innovation and technological advancement.
The significance of this announcement cannot be overstated. F1 is a global platform with an unparalleled reach, providing GM with unprecedented marketing opportunities for its vehicles worldwide. The series’ expanded presence in the United States, featuring three races annually in Miami, Austin, Texas, and Las Vegas, further highlights the strategic importance of this partnership.
For Forbes, Bill Koenig wrote the original article on which this summary is based.
