Ben Sulayem welcomes 11th team Cadillac to F1: 'Strengthens our mission'

It is now finally official: Cadillac will be the 11th team in Formula 1, as the Americans are set to join the competition in the 2026 season. Now, their place has been confirmed following the conclusion of the commercial and technical assessments, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem welcomed them with open arms.

Cadillac can now happily announce that they will be the latest team to join Formula 1, starting in the upcoming season where the constructors will compete under new regulations.

"Today marks a transformative moment, and I am proud to lead the Federation in this progressive step for the championship. The FIA Formula One Championship's expansion to an 11th team in 2026 is a milestone. GM/Cadillac brings fresh energy, aligning with the new FIA 2026 regulations and ushering in an exciting era for the sport," FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said.

He continued: "The Cadillac Formula 1 Team’s presence in the paddock will inspire future competitors and fans. Their entry strengthens our mission to push motorsport’s boundaries at the highest level."

Not only Cadillac and GM are set to join the competition, but in the future, they will also develop their own power units and chassis. That however will not happen with immediate effect of course, and they already have an agreement signed for Ferrari engines next season.

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