24H of Le Mans

Cadillac: the hidden star of the 24 Hours of Le Mans

The first American manufacturer to achieve pole position at Le Mans fell back into the race ranks, following fragile engines and a lack of adaptability of the V-Series.R on a track with little grip.

Published 17/06/2025 à 12:11

Medhi Casaurang

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Cadillac: the hidden star of the 24 Hours of Le Mans

Photo Frédéric Le Floc'h / DPPI

Americans don't like discretion. This is evident on the track, of course, with the naturally aspirated V8 so dear to their industry, but also in Cadillac Racing's gleaming facilities in the Le Mans paddock. The brand's enormous two-level reception complex in the paddock was originally a garage

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Medhi Casaurang

Passionate about the history of motorsport across all disciplines, I learned to read thanks to AUTOhebdo. At least that's what my parents tell everyone when they see my name inside!

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