From the USA: Formula 1 is growing

The US automobile company announced this on Tuesday. The drive units are explicitly intended to be available to Michael Andretti's planned team, but whose fate is still unclear. “We are thrilled that our Andretti-Cadillac project is powered by a GM engine,” said GM President Mark Reuss.

“We are confident that with our extensive experience in the areas of technology and racing we will develop a successful engine for the series and position Andretti Cadillac as a true factory team,” explained Reuss. The company's move puts Formula 1 management FOM under pressure before the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Ex-racing driver Andretti has already submitted an application approved by the world association FIA to be included in the eleventh team.

FIA President Mohammed bin Sulayem is committed to expanding the starting field. “The presence of the American cult brands Andretti and GM strengthens the long-term sustainability of the sport,” said the former rally driver, according to Instagram. Most of the current Formula 1 racing teams are against a newcomer because it would dilute their share of the profits.

Large sums It is also argued that a starting fee of $200 million split between them would not be enough given the teams' current values. Under a new basic contract, which would then apply from 2026, the sum to be paid by applicants could be significantly higher.

Michael Andretti, the son of Mario Andretti (1 Formula 1978 World Champion), said in October that he was still aiming to enter the championship in 2025 and that he had a car with 2023 specifications for wind tunnel testing have ready. “Right now it’s 2025, it could be 2026, but we’ll see,” he said at the US Grand Prix in Austin.

Formula 1 will introduce new engine regulations in 2026, with GM becoming the seventh manufacturer if Andretti receives approval. Mercedes, Ferrari, Renault, Audi, Honda and Red Bull/Ford are already committed. GM said development and testing of the prototype technology is already underway.

Andretti says it has an agreement with Alpine for an engine for the first few seasons until GM joins the company. However, Bruno Famin, the new team boss of Alpine, which is owned by Renault, recently said that this agreement had become invalid.

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From the USA: Formula 1 is growing

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