Cadillac's About to Drop Their First F1 Driver Pick (And It's Exactly Who You Think)

By Lewis Barnett 13 August, 2025 5 mins read 193 Views

So here we are. Cadillac's finally ready to put a name on their 2026 F1 roster, and surprise surprise—they're going after Sergio Perez.

Look, I get it. The guy's been sitting on the sidelines since Red Bull gave him the boot last December, probably wondering if his F1 days were done for good. But General Motors isn't stupid. They see what everyone else sees: a six-time Grand Prix winner with serious commercial pull, especially in Mexico where he's basically racing royalty.

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The Waiting Game Is Almost Over

My sources are telling me talks between Perez and Cadillac have been heating up lately. We could see an announcement in the next few weeks, which honestly makes sense timing-wise. The 35-year-old has been playing it cool all year, but you know he's been itching to get back in a car.

Remember what he said back in April? "We are talking to a few parties out there. Once I know all my options, I will make a decision. What is very clear to me is that I'm only coming back if the project makes sense, and it's something I can enjoy."

Translation: show me the money and a competitive car.

Why Red Bull Let Him Go (Spoiler: It Wasn't Pretty)

Let's be real about why Perez is even available. His final stint at Red Bull was... rough. The man went 19 races without a podium. Nineteen! In a car that Max Verstappen was winning championships with.

Poor guy looked like he was driving through quicksand while his teammate was flying. It happens, but not usually for that long.

The Carlos Slim Factor

Here's something people forget—Perez isn't just bringing his driving skills to the table. He's got Carlos Slim backing him, and if you don't know who that is, he's one of the richest guys on the planet. Mexican billionaire with deep pockets who loves his racing.

For a new team like Cadillac? That kind of financial backing is like finding a twenty-dollar bill in your old jeans.

Who Else Is in the Mix?

Word is that Valtteri Bottas might snag the other Cadillac seat. Makes sense—he's been warming Mercedes' bench as their reserve driver, probably going stir-crazy watching from the sidelines.

They also kicked the tires on Mick Schumacher (yeah, Michael's kid), but honestly? Three years out of F1 is a lifetime in this sport. Plus there were whispers about Alpine maybe wanting Perez, especially with Franco Colapinto struggling to find his rhythm.

But Cadillac seems to be the frontrunner here, and frankly, it's a smart play for both sides. Perez gets his comeback story, and Cadillac gets a proven winner who can actually put butts in seats across an entire continent.

We'll see how this plays out, but my money's on seeing Perez in Cadillac colors come 2026.

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