The year 2026 will see the arrival of a new team on the Formula 1 grid. The historic Cadillac brand is entering the premier category of motorsport. She has just revealed the name of the future team principal.
Cadillac reveals its future boss in Formula 1
Cadillac, a legendary brand in the automotive field, continues to strengthen its ambitious strategy to enter Formula 1. As the 11th team scheduled for the 2026 season, the American firm, supported by General Motors and TWG Global, officially announced Graeme Lowdon as stable manager. This appointment marks a key step in the team's preparation.
Graeme Lowdon, British engineer and motorsport veteran, is no stranger to the challenges of Formula 1. He is someone who knows the industry and its challenges. He was notably the CEO of Manor, a former grid team. After leaving his position in 2015, he continued to oversee major projects, notably in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) with Manor Motorsport. Since 2023, he has focused on TWG Global's F1 bid, coordinating aerodynamic development, chassis and simulation tools. This solid technical and managerial expertise proves essential to transform Cadillac into a serious competitor on the grid.
Cadillac's ambitions for 2026
General Motors' involvement in this project is a strong signal: Cadillac will not be content to be a second-tier player. GM Chairman Mark Reuss expressed confidence in Lowdon. This support reflects Cadillac's goal: establish a competitive team from its debut in 2026, capable of competing with giants such as Mercedes, McLaren, Ferrari or Red Bull. A challenge that seems impossible to achieve as the experience and resources are disproportionate compared to the giants of F1. The Cadillac team is banking on exhaustive preparation: technical development, innovation in vehicle dynamics and building a team of recognized talents.
These efforts, already underway under Lowdon's supervision, include advances in simulation and aerodynamic software. With its entry planned for 2026, Cadillac joins a rapidly expanding Formula 1, where the gap is closing between the teams. The addition of an 11th team marks a historic opportunity, but also a major challenge: developing a car capable of competing with the best teams on the grid. Answer in two years.
