In a significant development for Formula 1, General Motors (GM) has received the green light from the sport’s governing body, the FIA, to supply engines for the upcoming Cadillac team starting in 2029. This approval was announced following Cadillac’s final authorization to become the 11th team on the F1 grid next year. Until GM’s own engine production, in collaboration with TWG Motorsports, is fully operational, the team will utilize Ferrari engines to compete.
According to the FIA, work is actively progressing on the team’s Formula 1 prototype engine technology, aiming for significant advancements by 2029. The project includes plans for establishing a dedicated factory in North Carolina to bolster this ambitious endeavor.
The expected participation of GM comes at a time when Formula 1 is deeply engaged in deliberations about the future of its engine regulations. With impending changes set for 2026, the sport is moving towards a greater focus on the electrical aspects of the power units, aligning with global trends towards sustainability and innovation in racing technologies.
Notably, the 2026 regulation changes have sparked discussions about the potential return to the V10 engines, nostalgically remembered from their last widespread use in 2005. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem has been vocal about considering this shift, aiming to balance technological progress with the nostalgic appeal of Formula 1’s storied past.
The recent talks in Bahrain with engine suppliers and key teams reaffirmed the commitment to the 2026 hybrid power unit regulations. However, these conversations also opened doors for continued dialogue on the long-term technological trajectory of Formula 1, ensuring that the sport remains at the forefront of automotive innovation and competition.