While Cadillac is flying the US flag in F1, its choice of drivers reflects the ongoing challenges in bringing a competitive American-based driver to the category

In Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Pérez, Cadillac has assembled one of the most experienced teams on the grid Last December, Mercedes completed its full Formula 1 driver lineup when the team announced that Valtteri Bottas was returning as its reserve driver.

Cadillac’s drivers for the 2026 Formula 1 season are a pair of familiar faces. The team announced Tuesday morning that Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez would return to F1 as Cadillac makes its series debut. Neither veteran has a ride in 2025, though Bottas is currently serving as Mercedes’ reserve driver.