"Perez, a six-time race winner, and Bottas, who took 10 victories for Mercedes, are both 35 and have unfinished business after being dropped by the Red Bull and Sauber teams, respectively, in 2024. The announcement was expected, although some younger prospects had been touted. We believe their experience, their leadership and their technical acumen are really what we need, team CEO Dan Towriss told reporters in a video call. It's the right combination the right drivers at the right time and we're humbled by their belief in us in this project."
"Cadillac, who will use Ferrari power units until 2029 when General Motors hopes to have its own, face a steep learning curve as the 11th team at the start of a new engine era. Perez and Bottas the latter serving as Mercedes reserve this season said they were excited to be starting afresh. This isn't just a racing project; it's a long-term vision."
Cadillac signed Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas to multiyear contracts as its debut Formula One driver pairing. Both drivers are 35, have extensive race experience and multiple victories, and were released by their previous teams in 2024. Team CEO Dan Towriss cited their experience, leadership and technical acumen as key reasons for the selection. The team will use Ferrari power units until 2029 while General Motors develops its own units. Cadillac enters as the 11th team facing a steep learning curve at the start of a new engine era, and both drivers said they are excited to start afresh.
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