Cadillac’s passion for performance is embodied in the V Series portfolio, which puts racetrack technology and performance into the hands of our customers. “At GM, we’ve always taken a lot of pride in transferring the cutting-edge technology developed by our race teams to our production vehicles, and taking it from the track to the street. And by racing, in IMSA, WEC and F1, Cadillac will have the opportunity to showcase its innovation and technology by going up against the best international luxury brands. “In just a few weeks, Cadillac would begin the journey back to Le Mans by running the Rolex 24 At Daytona. You could see that in some of our close of the year and the month here on Cadillac sales. In fact, Cadillac is one of the world’s fastest growing luxury brands right now. “Like Formula 1, Cadillac’s global appeal is growing. If accepted, I’m excited to announce that this all-American team would run under the Cadillac Racing mark. Our hope is to add F1 to our competition portfolio. Our racing pedigree has been forged on some of the greatest tracks and races around the world. “Like Andretti Global, General Motors and our brands have a long history in motorsports and a deep passion to race. “I couldn’t be more excited to write this new chapter of racing history together,” Reuss said. GM has never entered F1 but its president, Mark Reuss (pictured middle, above) says an involvement would compliment Cadillac’s existing racing projects, as it calls upon its American-based facilities to support the venture. The two companies announced plans Thursday to partner to create Andretti Cadillac Racing in an attempt to join the F1 grid, with the FIA looking into opening up an Expressions of Interest period for prospective new teams.
General Motors believes that the combination of its engineering expertise and the growth of the Cadillac brand makes now the perfect time to join forces with Andretti Global for a Formula 1 entry.
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