Cadillac confirms it will incorporate several improvements starting with the Australian Grand Prix

"This weekend is a historic moment for the Cadillac team," commented Dan Towriss, CEO of the team based in Indianapolis, Charlotte, and Silverstone. This car is the result of thousands of hours of hard work in the United States and Europe, and the commitment of hundreds of people who believe in our ability to build a car Worthy of this level. Seeing the Cadillac team line up for its first F1 Grand Prix is ​​a great source of pride for all of us. Formula 1Nothing is guaranteed. Everything is earned. This weekend is just the beginning.

For the newcomer to the 2026 grid, the calendar has so far presented very few points of frustration. The Barcelona shakedown was completed without major issues, the Bahrain test days were finished after some mechanical problems, and a logical starting position at the back of the grid – nothing fundamentally worrying given the team's situation.

Indeed, although Cadillac has observed on more than one occasion Valtteri Bottas And with Sergio Pérez having to stop at the Sakhir circuit, the American team's performance is far from ridiculous considering its development lag compared to its rivals. Having completed 750 laps, the eleventh-placed team on the grid logically performed better than...Aston Martin (400), while nipping at the heels Williams and its 790 loops. In view of the deep structural difficulties encountered by Aston Martin, it seems that the last place does not belong to the "Caddy" in the current state of affairs.

Target arrival at the Australian Grand Prix?

“The debut of the Cadillac Formula 1 team represents one of the most significant moments of my career,” added Graeme Lowdon, the team manager. Reaching this stage has been a colossal undertaking, and I am immensely grateful to everyone who has contributed. But the Australian Grand Prix is ​​just the starting point, and our goal is to build lasting success. I am pleased with our progress in Barcelona and Bahrain, and we are already integrating the first upgrades to our car this weekend. We have big ambitions, but we remain realistic, committed, and aware of the challenges ahead.

In the same vein, Sergio Pérez, returning after a year's absence following the end of his adventure with Red Bull, is delighted with this race weekend full of symbolism for his family. “It’s an honor to be in Australia this weekend and to make history with the Cadillac team. Being part of this fantastic new team is a highlight of my career so far. The atmosphere within the team is positive and we are progressing together. We can be proud of what we have achieved so far. I can’t wait to get on the track.”

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Benefiting from a potentially different aerodynamic package than what has been seen so far, Valtteri Bottas will be practically at home at Melbourne's Albert Park. Living much of the year in Oceania, the Finn was looking forward to this return to his roots. “This Australian Grand Prix is ​​one of a kind. I love coming to Melbourne, but this time, making history here with the Cadillac Formula 1 Team is even more special. The support of the Australian fans will make this weekend unforgettable.”

With a strong likelihood of finishing ahead of the two Aston Martins – whose withdrawal cannot be ruled out – Cadillac will nevertheless need to be more reliable than in Bahrain, in order to reach the finish line, which would already represent a symbolic achievement. Between managing their energy and the race, will Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas be able to do so?