MIAMI
The roar of engines at the Hard Rock Stadium carries a special significance this weekend as Cadillac, Formula One’s newest team, prepares for its first-ever home race. Backed by General Motors, the American squad is looking to make a big splash at the Miami Grand Prix with a major car makeover designed to boost their speed.
Team boss Graeme Lowdon confirmed the team has brought a “sizeable” upgrade package to Florida. The changes focus on the car’s floor, wings, and brakes, aiming to make the vehicle lighter and more aerodynamic. After several races in the Middle East were canceled, the team used the unexpected break to fine-tune these parts away from the pressure of the track.
Drivers Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez are optimistic about the weekend. While the team is still hunting for its first championship point, they have already outperformed some seasoned rivals like Aston Martin. Bottas noted that the car has felt smoother with every race, and he hopes these new American-made improvements will allow them to leapfrog the competition.
Beyond the track, Cadillac is leaning into its roots. The cars will sport a special U.S.-themed look for the event, and the team is shifting its hiring focus to recruit more talent from within the United States. Lowdon says the fans are already responding to the American spirit they bring to the grid. For Cadillac, Miami isn’t just another race; it is the beginning of a long-term journey to the top.
