Cadillac F1’s First US Grand Prix: Graeme Lowdon on the Miami Milestone

Cadillac's entry into Formula 1 is about to hit a milestone: the team will race at the Miami Grand Prix, its fourth ever F1 weekend and its first on home soil. Team principal Graeme Lowdon called the event “a real privilege,” underscoring the cultural and commercial weight of an American‑based squad competing in the United States.

Why it matters:

Competing in America gives Cadillac a direct line to a rapidly expanding US fanbase, while also proving that the country’s industrial capacity can support a top‑tier motorsport programme. Success in Miami could accelerate the sport’s growth stateside and inspire other manufacturers to consider a US‑centric approach.

The details:

• Miami marks Cadillac’s fourth Grand Prix after Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Australia.
• ~320 staff were hired before the March 2025 entry, showing a pre‑approval investment.
• Veteran drivers Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Pérez bring development feedback and fan appeal.
• An upgrade built during the break targets aero and tyre performance for Miami.
• A new Indianapolis plant will handle full‑car production; aerodynamics stay in the UK.

What's next:

Lowdon says the next priority is rapid iteration – each race will be a data‑driven test bench as the team chases pace. The Indianapolis hub, slated to open next season, will shift final‑assembly to the US and create new jobs. If early progress translates into consistent speed, Cadillac could become a permanent American fixture on the F1 grid.