Cadillac F1
Checo Pérez to start last in China sprint due to fuel failure
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Sergio 'Checo' Pérez was unable to participate in the sprint qualifying for the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix due to a fuel system failure in his Cadillac car, forcing him to start from the last position. Mercedes dominated the session with George Russell on pole and Kimi Antonelli in second. The Mexican, returning to Formula 1 after a year away, faces challenges in his debut with the American team.
The Cadillac Formula 1 team introduced upgrades at the Japanese Grand Prix, showing signs of improvement during Friday's practice sessions at Suzuka. Valtteri Bottas finished 20th in FP1 and 18th in FP2, praising a trouble-free day and reduced gaps to rivals. Teammate Sergio Perez faced issues after colliding with Alex Albon.
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Mario Andretti has given a positive assessment of the new Cadillac Formula 1 team's early season performance ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix. Despite a challenging debut in Australia, the team showed improvement in China. Andretti highlighted the team's professional execution and ongoing progress.
Cadillac has named its debut Formula 1 car the MAC-26 in honor of American racing legend Mario Andretti. The tribute recognizes Andretti's 1978 world championship and his role in the team's origins. The car will make its track debut at the Australian Grand Prix next week.
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The Cadillac Formula 1 team has named its first chassis MAC-26 to honor racing legend Mario Andretti ahead of the 2026 season debut. Andretti, the 1978 world champion turning 86, played a key role in securing the team's grid position. The tribute reflects the American roots of the General Motors-backed outfit.
General Motors unveiled Cadillac's Formula 1 livery during a Super Bowl commercial on February 8, but the ad quickly led to a $1.5 million lawsuit from director Michael Bay alleging breach of contract and fraud. The reveal highlights the team's preparations for its 2026 debut, amid tempered expectations for early performance. Cadillac's CEO emphasized a long-term focus over immediate points.
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Cadillac Formula 1 Team has appointed Marc Hynes, a former manager of Lewis Hamilton, as its chief racing officer ahead of its 2026 debut. Hynes, a 1999 British Formula 3 champion, will oversee the team's driver programme and align racing operations with engineering efforts. The move reunites him with team principal Graeme Lowdon from their time at Manor.
Mario Andretti calls Cadillac drivers Bottas and Perez rusty
søndag d. 22. marts 2026, 12.02Cadillac F1 team views April break as beneficial
søndag d. 15. marts 2026, 23.15Sergio Perez apologises after clashing with Valtteri Bottas in Chinese GP
fredag d. 6. marts 2026, 03.26Checo Pérez finishes 20th in first practice for Australian GP 2026
torsdag d. 5. marts 2026, 02.27Valtteri Bottas avoids grid penalty for 2026 Australian Grand Prix
tirsdag d. 24. februar 2026, 17.48Cadillac prepares for challenging F1 debut in 2026
søndag d. 22. februar 2026, 09.11Colton Herta targets wins in 2026 Formula 2 season
tirsdag d. 17. februar 2026, 03.28Cadillac outlines F2 expectations for Herta targeting 2027 F1 seat
tirsdag d. 17. februar 2026, 02.30Cadillac prioritizes independence in Ferrari F1 partnership
onsdag d. 11. februar 2026, 05.43Cadillac F1 team starts Bahrain testing with cautious optimism