The Stealth Bomber Takes Flight: Cadillac’s Historic Silverstone Shakedown

The Stealth Bomber Takes Flight: Cadillac’s Historic Silverstone Shakedown

The wait is over. Yesterday, the silence of the English countryside was shattered by a sight many thought they’d never see: a Cadillac F1 car blasting through the legendary curves of Silverstone. 

In an all-black "stealth" livery that looked more like a high-altitude bomber than a racing machine, the American outfit officially marked its birth on the world stage.

The Veteran Duo: Perez and Bottas

Cadillac has made its intentions clear by securing two of the most experienced "safe pairs of hands" on the grid. Sergio "Checo" Perez and Valtteri Bottas carry the honour of being the first drivers to helm a Cadillac F1 car.

On Friday, it was Checo who took the primary driving duties, completing the initial laps while Bottas remained embedded with the engineers, poring over metrics and live data. 

Both drivers left the circuit brimming with enthusiasm, noting the car’s immediate balance and the professional "Works" feel of the new operation.

The $20 Billion Halo Effect

This isn't just a marketing exercise. Cadillac’s entry is backed by a staggering $20 billion investment into hybrid battery technology and sustainable fuels.

While the 2026 car is a foundational step, the roadmap is ambitious: Cadillac aims to be a full Works team and engine supplier by 2028. 

The synergy between their F1® program and their luxury automotive market is the ultimate "halo effect," proving that American engineering can go toe-to-toe with the best in Europe.

A Team Born for Greatness

We haven't seen a team birth of this magnitude in years. 

The "Stealth Bomber" may have run in all-black to hide its technical secrets, but its performance was impossible to ignore. Cadillac isn't just in F1® to participate; they are here to stay, and the Silverstone shakedown was the first warning shot to the rest of the grid.

And as always, when the lights go out and the drama unfolds, here at Senate Grand Prix, there is only one winner, and that's you, the race fans!

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