GM Performance Power Units
| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Motorsport, Automotive |
| Predecessor | Andretti Racing |
| Founded | 2024 |
| Headquarters | Fishers, Indiana , United States |
Area served | Global (Formula One) |
Key people | Graeme Lowdon (Team Principal), Dan Towriss (CEO, TWG Motorsports) |
| Products | Formula One racing team, Formula One engines (from 2029) |
Number of employees | 300–350 (engine plant) |
| Parent | TWG Motorsports, General Motors |
American automotive giant General Motors (GM) is set to join Formula One as a constructor under the Cadillac marque starting from the season. Additionally, GM plans to become an official power unit producer by 2029. This initiative is a collaboration with American motorsport entity TWG Motorsports, operating through its UK branch, TWG Cadillac Formula 1 Team Ltd.
Cadillac marks the first new independent F1 constructor entry since Haas F1 Team debuted in 2016. The organization operates from three U.S. locations—in Indiana, North Carolina, and Michigan—alongside a UK base, with its engine development division situated in North Carolina.
Initial GM engine participation (1951–1953)
During the period when the Indianapolis 500 counted towards the FIA World Championship of Drivers (1950–1960), several GM brands competed:
- In 1951, Gordon Reid attempted to qualify driving a Chevrolet-powered Silnes but was unsuccessful.
- In 1952, Johnny Fedricks entered a Cadillac-powered Kurtis Kraft vehicle but did not make the grid.
- In 1953, Bill Homeier also failed to qualify with a Cadillac-powered Kurtis Kraft car.
Formation and development (from 2023 onwards)
In January 2023, General Motors (GM) and Michael Andretti's Andretti Global announced their intention to introduce GM's Cadillac brand into the Formula One World Championship. While the FIA granted approval for this entry, the Formula One Group initially rejected it, indicating they would reconsider if GM committed to producing Formula One engines. Following this setback, Andretti continued team development utilizing Toyota's wind tunnel facilities in Cologne, previously employed by McLaren.
In November 2024, amidst disagreements between Michael Andretti and the Formula One Group,[1] TWG Global—led by Mark Walter and a sponsor of Andretti Global—assumed control from the Andretti family.[2] Michael Andretti remained involved as an advisor,[2] while his father, Mario Andretti, joined the board. The British subsidiary was rebranded from Andretti Racing to Cadillac, eventually becoming TWG Cadillac Formula 1 Team Ltd.[3]
That same month, Formula One Group gave provisional approval for Cadillac to enter as a constructor in the season.[1] Final confirmation was received in March 2025,[4] enabling Cadillac to sign the most recent Concorde Agreement.[5] GM paid an expansion fee of $450 million—more than twice initial projections.[5] This makes Cadillac the first fresh Formula One entrant since Haas joined in .[6]
GM declared it will start producing engines for Cadillac by 2029;[7] until then, the team will compete using engines supplied by Ferrari.[8] In November 2025, Cadillac conducted its inaugural test at Imola, with driver Sergio Pérez behind the wheel of an unbranded Ferrari SF-23.[9]
Constructor personnel
In December 2024, Cadillac named Graeme Lowdon, former CEO of Virgin Racing and Marussia F1, as their team principal.[10] Lowdon reports directly to Dan Towriss, who serves as CEO of TWG Motorsports.[2]Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name The organization brought on board several high-ranking executives from "Team Enstone", including Formula One chief technical officer Pat Symonds, operations manager Rob White, technical director Nick Chester, aerodynamicist Jon Tomlinson, and consultant Naoki Tokunaga.[11]
By March 2025, Lowdon highlighted a commitment to driver selection based on merit, stating there was no restriction against choosing an American driver.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name Mario Andretti revealed intentions to pair a seasoned driver with a younger American prospect, potentially Andretti Global's own Colton Herta.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name Nevertheless, in August 2025, Cadillac declared former World Championship runners-up Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas as their initial race drivers, opting for experience over American contenders such as Herta and Josef Newgarden.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name Following this, Herta transitioned into a test driver role while moving from IndyCar to FIA Formula 2 with Cadillac's backing.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name Simulator duties are undertaken by Simon Pagenaud, Pietro Fittipaldi, and Charlie Eastwood.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad nameCite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name
Power unit program
GM and TWG established GM Performance Power Units LLC (GM PPU) to manufacture factory engines for Cadillac, appointing seasoned GM engine expert Russ O'Blenes as the division head. GM is reportedly seeking to acquire intellectual property related to Renault's previous power unit program. GM PPU’s objective is to create proprietary Formula One power units for the 2029 season, continuing to use Ferrari engines until then. The enterprise plans to invest between US$65 million and US$70 million in constructing a new engine manufacturing plant staffed by 300–350 employees, scheduled to open in early 2027. An additional US$75 million to US$80 million will be allocated for initial operational expenses.
Facilities
Cadillac’s operations will span four locations: Fishers, Indiana; Concord, North Carolina; Warren, Michigan; and Northamptonshire, England. The main headquarters situated in Fishers—a suburb of Indianapolis and Michael Andretti’s hometown—will oversee the majority of manufacturing activities. Initially, Andretti Global intended to house both its Formula One and IndyCar teams at this site; however, IndyCar operations were relocated due to F1 regulations prohibiting multiple teams sharing facilities. GM will construct a 204,000-square-foot power unit facility adjacent to its Charlotte Technical Center in Concord. Additional functions will be carried out at the General Motors Technical Center in Warren. The team has secured a long-term partnership with Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe for access to their wind tunnel located in Cologne, Germany. Race team management and chassis design will be conducted from premises based in Silverstone, England.
As an engine supplier
| Year | Entrant | Chassis | Engine | Tyre | Driver | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
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| Template:F1 | Calvin Connell | Kurtis Kraft | Cadillac 4.5 V8 | Template:Firestone | SUI | 500 | BEL | FRA | GBR | GER | NED | ITA | ||
 Johnny Fedricks
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| Template:F1 | Calvin Connell | Kurtis Kraft | Cadillac 4.5 V8 | Template:Firestone | ARG | 500 | NED | BEL | FRA | GBR | GER | SUI | ITA | |
| Bill Homeier
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DNQ |
External links
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- ↑ "Caddy back". The Sunday Times. 2025-03-09.
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