Ferrari has confirmed it has agreed to supply powerplants and gearboxes to the future Cadillac Formula 1 team from 2026.
The General Motors-backed entry, formerly known as Andretti Cadillac, is preparing to hit the grid in just over a year’s time just in time for the start of new aerodynamic regulations. This entry point would come at least two years before GM believes it will have its own powerplant ready, meaning a supply contract will be needed in the meantime. Ferrari said an agreement had now been reached.
“Ferrari NV today announced that it has signed a multi-year agreement with Andretti Formula Racing LLC from 2026 for the supply of powerplants and gearboxes to racing teams led by TWG Global and General Motors. “FIA – F1 would like to inform you that your participation in the 2026 FIA Formula One Championship has been approved and approved,” Ferrari said in a statement.
The deal means Cadillac does not need a mandatory supply contract as defined under F1 sporting regulations and is another milestone it has reached before receiving official entry from the FIA.
As highlighted in the Ferrari statement, despite the recent announcement that Formula 1 is working to add GM as an 11th team in 2026, no confirmation of participation has yet been provided from the governing body. RACER was changed as part of the operating company of Andretti Formula Racing LLC’s transition to GM, which branded the team as Cadillac.
GM has also confirmed team principals for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend, with former Manor sporting director and recent advisor Graeme Lowdon chosen to lead the team.
RACER says GM is already building a powertrain facility in Charlotte, North Carolina, and plans to have working engines ready within 10 years, according to its most recent schedule.
