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Valtteri Bottas to Join Cadillac F1 Team in 2026

10/9/2025

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Valtteri Bottas has confirmed he will join Cadillac's Formula 1 team in 2026, while remaining under Mercedes' contract as reserve driver.
Mercedes supports the move and will not obstruct Bottas's transition to Cadillac.
He has held online meetings and visited Cadillac's Silverstone headquarters, signaling progress.
Cadillac team principal Graeme Lowdon acknowledged the challenges ahead and aims for a strong debut.

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Valtteri Bottas has confirmed he will join Cadillac's Formula 1 team in 2026, while remaining under Mercedes' contract as reserve driver.
Mercedes supports the move and will not obstruct Bottas's transition to Cadillac.
He has held online meetings and visited Cadillac's Silverstone headquarters, signaling progress.
Cadillac team principal Graeme Lowdon acknowledged the challenges ahead and aims for a strong debut.