Cadillac team principal Graeme Lowdon has confirmed that the American outfit is in discussions with multiple drivers for its two seats when it joins Formula One in 2026. The team, owned by General Motors, will become the 11th constructor on the grid under new engine and chassis regulations.
Speaking on The High Performance Podcast, Lowdon revealed that talks are ongoing with Mick Schumacher, Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez, among others. Schumacher, son of seven-time world champion Michael, has not raced in F1 since being dropped by Haas in 2022. Bottas is currently a Mercedes reserve driver, while Perez left Red Bull at the end of last season.
Lowdon emphasised that Cadillac is not looking for drivers with a personal agenda. “Our team is not there as a vehicle for someone to prove a point,” he said. “The driver is there to do the best that they possibly can for their team, and they should be motivated for the team around them.” He also ruled out Daniel Ricciardo, noting the Australian has publicly stated he is not interested in returning to F1.
The team, led by CEO Dan Towriss and advised by 1978 world champion Mario Andretti, has less than eight months to finalise its driver line-up before the 2026 season-opening Australian Grand Prix.
