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Andretti F1 Dream Reaches Grid as Cadillac Team, Backed by TWG and GM, Debuts in Australia

As the season opened in Melbourne, Cadillac F1 Team debuted on Sunday, February 28, 2026, marking the first new constructor in a decade.
TWG Motorsports, led by individuals, now owns the Cadillac F1 entry after the project shifted from the Andretti family's bid following initial F1 denials.
The team signed Sergio `Checo` Pérez and Valtteri Bottas, named its car MAC-26, and will lease Ferrari power units for the first two seasons, paying a $200 million anti-dilution fee.
Cadillac's entry restores a U.S. manufacturer presence and fuels a Ford–GM rivalry, positioning itself as 'America's team' after debuting its 2026 livery at the Super Bowl.
Most new F1 constructors often need years to succeed, and many expect Cadillac to struggle initially as U.S. interest and the U.S. grand prix calendar, including Apple TV's $200 million bid, reshape the sport's commercial outlook.

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Cadillac's Historic F1 Debut: A New American Dream on the Racing Grid Cadillac has officially entered the high-octane world of Formula 1, marking a significant step for American motorsports just as the inaugural race of the season kicks off in Melbourne.Backed by TWG Motorsports' Mark Walter and Dan Towriss, and in partnership with General Motors, the team has faced formidable obstacles, from initial application rejection to a hefty $200 million…

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