Mario Andretti Praises Cadillac F1 Team's Progress

0:00It's March 23rd. Welcome to F1 News today, AI-powered coverage of your squad. Mario and Dredi has shared positive thoughts on the Cadillac Formula One team's early season performance as they gear up for the Japanese Grand Prix. The American squad joined the grid as the 11th team in 2026 after a lengthy approval process. They took a realistic stance heading into their debut, focusing on getting up to speed against the established rivals. In Melbourne for the season opener, there was some pre-race nerves, but the team felt grateful just to be there. Top Cadillac executives showed strong support on-site. And Dredi noted they presented well and executed solidly, blending fresh energy with plenty of insider know-how from leaders like the team principal, and key consultants who poached talent from other squads. Fans and insiders reacted with pride to the team's first steps despite minor hiccups. The goal was simply to finish the Australian race, though driver Valtteri Botas was among six who did not, along with his teammate Sergio Perez, facing challenges.

1:04Progress came quickly in the second round in China where both cars crossed the line. Botas 13th and Perez 15th, even with seven others out. Or not starting. Qualifying times improved too, cutting the gap from four seconds off the pace to just two. Dredi sees steady gains ahead, with the team aiming to build on these results, race by race, and close the gap further as the season unfolds.