Future attraction of the paddock, the Cadillac F1 team sees its project taking shape and hopes to attract a big name to its ranks.
The Cadillac F1 project, in partnership with Andretti, is making headlines as the 2026 deadline approaches. Latest revelation to date: Marcus Ericsson, former Formula 1 driver and current resident of Andretti in IndyCar, will play a strategic role in setting up the team's technical infrastructure. In particular, he will be responsible for overseeing the selection of the simulator, a key tool for the development of the single-seater.
A missed opportunity for Romain Grosjean
This involvement of Ericsson indirectly underlines the opportunity missed by Romain Grosjean, reports our colleagues from Ouest-France. The Frenchman, who left Andretti abruptly after internal tensions, could have been part of this project to return to Formula 1. With significantly more experience in F1 than that of Ericsson, Grosjean would probably have brought valuable expertise . His premature departure leaves a void that Cadillac fills with the Swede, less experienced in the premier category.
Cadillac F1 in search of the perfect profile, Sergio Pérez in its sights?
On the driver side, Cadillac F1 seeks to combine youth and experience. If a young American talent seems to be a priority to represent the brand on a national level, the search for an experienced driver remains essential to supervise the development of the team. Among the names mentioned, that of Sergio Pérez, recently dismissed by Red Bull Racing, is arousing interest. With a strong track record and solid experience, Pérez ticks all the boxes for a leadership role at Cadillac F1.
Besides Pérez, Cadillac would have explored other options, notably Daniel Ricciardo, who would have declined the proposal. Valtteri Bottas and Kevin Magnussen, two drivers known for their consistency and experience, are also said to be on the list of potential candidates. Their presence on the transfer market could be a boon for Cadillac, which wants to field a competitive team in its first season.
With Marcus Ericsson providing technical support and an active quest to build a balanced driver duo, Cadillac F1 is preparing to make a remarkable entry into Formula 1. The strategy, combining technical innovation and cutting-edge recruitment, gives a taste of the ambitions of this new team which, with the support of Andretti, aspires to shake up the established order from 2026.
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