What is Cadillac's plan for joining Formula 1?

Cadillac is set to become the 11th team in Formula 1, joining the grid in 2026. The team has been conducting extensive simulation work and has now taken a significant step forward by testing a Ferrari SF-23 car at the Imola circuit.

Who drove the Ferrari SF-23 for Cadillac's test?

Sergio Perez, Cadillac's regular driver, took the wheel of the Ferrari SF-23 during the two-day test at Imola.

Why did Cadillac borrow a Ferrari car for testing?

Cadillac has struck a deal with its power unit supplier, Ferrari, to borrow a two-year-old SF-23 car. This allows the team to gain valuable hands-on experience in a real-world testing environment, as they prepare for their 2026 Formula 1 debut.

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Cadillac Gears Up for 2026 F1 Debut with Ferrari SF-23 Test

13 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Cadillac to join F1 grid in 2026
Sergio Perez tests Ferrari SF-23 at Imola
Cadillac conducts real-world testing to prepare its team

Cadillac Gears Up for 2026 F1 Debut with Ferrari SF-23 Test

As of November 13th, 2025, Cadillac's journey to join the Formula 1 grid in 2026 has reached a significant milestone. The team has recently conducted its first in-person track outing, with regular driver Sergio Perez taking the wheel of a Ferrari SF-23 at the Imola circuit.

Cadillac, which will become the 11th team in F1 next year, has been engaged in extensive simulation work with its development drivers for some time. However, the team has now been able to incorporate Perez into its testing workflow, marking an important step forward.

To facilitate this real-world testing, Cadillac has struck a deal with its power unit supplier, Ferrari, to borrow a two-year-old SF-23 car. This arrangement satisfies F1's regulations for the Testing of a Previous Car, allowing the Cadillac team to gain valuable hands-on experience.