The Cadillac F1 project continues to gain momentum. The Andretti-General Motors ticket, which was allowed to be part of the FOM grid from 12026 after winning a long stalemate of more than two years with the FOM, announced its arrival as customer team Ferrari, before its introduces its own engine, probably by 2030.
With this goal and project in mind, TWG Motorsports and General Motors announced Thursday the formation of GM Performance Power Units LLC, a new company with which Cadillac can become a team. “full-fledged factory”That is, building Formula 1 vehicles and powertrains by the end of this decade.
Industry veteran Russ O’Blenes has been appointed CEO of the new company, which will be responsible for building powertrains for the Formula 1 team. With over 30 years of technical experience in motorsport, Russ O’Blenes is currently Director of Powertrain. and Performance team at GM Motorsports. O’Blenes joins TWG Motorsports and creates a world-class technological foundation for the new Formula 1 team.
“We are pleased to welcome Russ to this key position”said Dan Towriss, CEO of TWG Motorsports. “His expertise and leadership will play an important role in laying the foundation for Cadillac’s Formula 1 adventure. Together with Graeme Lowdon, team principal, they will lead the team to set new standards in performance and innovation in the sport. »
Note that there are plans to open a dedicated Performance Power Units LLC facility near GM’s technical center in Charlotte in 2026. “I am very pleased to have the opportunity to build and lead the team that will bring a US-built F1 powertrain to the grid”O’Blenes gods. “GM PPU is currently strengthening its team and recruiting across all areas of the company.”
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