PREVIEW

General Motors Nears Formula 1 Entry as Team Owner for 2026. American automaker General Motors (GM) is reportedly close to securing a spot on the F1 grid as the 11th team starting in 2026. This move comes after the failure of the Andretti organization’s bid earlier this year, with GM taking full control of the new F1 project. Andretti owner Dan Towriss, attending the Las Vegas Grand Prix, is leading discussions for the GM-branded team, with Michael Andretti no longer involved. Unlike Andretti’s rejected entry, fronted by Michael Andretti and Cadillac, F1 is said to view GM’s independent bid more favorably. GM plans to develop its own F1 engine by 2028, relying on customer engines from an existing supplier to compete from 2026 onwards. In September, Andretti co-founder Michael Andretti stepped into an ambassadorial role after Dan Towriss took full control of the organization. Michael Andretti’s confrontational approach to securing a spot in F1 was seen as divisive, potentially impacting the reception of the original bid. The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating F1’s decision to reject Andretti’s earlier proposal, adding complexity to the situation. Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff welcomed the potential addition of GM as a team owner, emphasizing the importance of adding value and growing the sport. Ferrari team boss Frederic Vasseur stated that if GM’s entry is beneficial for the sport, show, and business, it would be supported by all teams.
Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT