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For the Canadian Grand Prix, Cadillac F1 is pumping out a major upgrade package that will ideally put them closer to the rest of the grid.
In Miami, Cadillac brought in a new front wing, floor, diffuser, and rear suspension, a good handful of improvements to close the margin during their first race on U.S. soil.
For Canada, the first Cadillac F1 car will receive a new brake component, a diffuser change, and improvements to the front of the car.
The goal is to improve how the car handles over bumps and curbs, allowing the team to have greater confidence inside the car.
May 2, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Cadillac driver Valtteri Bottas (77) during the F1 Miami Grand Prix Sprint Race at Miami International Autodrome. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Veteran driver Sergio Perez noted that the team is under great pressure to close the gap before rivals such as Aston Martin push further up the grid.
“We are in a massive hurry to find performance because we know Aston is going to be improving and we don’t want to be left behind,” Perez said.
There were tangible qualifying pace improvements, and Perez finished P15 and P13 in the two races, with a small challenge for points.
“Miami was a very enjoyable weekend,” Perez added. “We had improved pace from the start, and we showed our ability to bring major upgrades that delivered on track. This is really encouraging.
“Now it’s about refining what we have and extracting the real potential in all elements. There were definite flashes of real progress, and we need to put it all together at the same time. If we can do this, I believe we’ll be closer to the pack in front.”
Unlike most teams on the grid, Cadillac did not come into the year with much hope of competing for anything, especially at the outset.
Instead, they wanted to dip their toes in the water, get some experience of what the race series entails, and make marginal improvements along the way.
Perez and Valterri Botas both joined knowing how the season would go, and there have been no surprises about where the team is.
Down the line, however, expectations will rise, starting next year, with hopes of getting out of the F1 basement and at least pushing to be a legitimate midfield team.
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In Miami, Cadillac brought in a new front wing, floor, diffuser, and rear suspension, a good handful of improvements to close the margin during their first race on U.S. soil.
For Canada, the first Cadillac F1 car will receive a new brake component, a diffuser change, and improvements to the front of the car.
The goal is to improve how the car handles over bumps and curbs, allowing the team to have greater confidence inside the car.
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May 2, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Cadillac driver Valtteri Bottas (77) during the F1 Miami Grand Prix Sprint Race at Miami International Autodrome. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Veteran driver Sergio Perez noted that the team is under great pressure to close the gap before rivals such as Aston Martin push further up the grid.
“We are in a massive hurry to find performance because we know Aston is going to be improving and we don’t want to be left behind,” Perez said.
There were tangible qualifying pace improvements, and Perez finished P15 and P13 in the two races, with a small challenge for points.
“Miami was a very enjoyable weekend,” Perez added. “We had improved pace from the start, and we showed our ability to bring major upgrades that delivered on track. This is really encouraging.
“Now it’s about refining what we have and extracting the real potential in all elements. There were definite flashes of real progress, and we need to put it all together at the same time. If we can do this, I believe we’ll be closer to the pack in front.”
How does Cadillac feel about its slow start?
Unlike most teams on the grid, Cadillac did not come into the year with much hope of competing for anything, especially at the outset.
Instead, they wanted to dip their toes in the water, get some experience of what the race series entails, and make marginal improvements along the way.
Perez and Valterri Botas both joined knowing how the season would go, and there have been no surprises about where the team is.
Down the line, however, expectations will rise, starting next year, with hopes of getting out of the F1 basement and at least pushing to be a legitimate midfield team.
Continue reading...
