GM Approved as Formula 1 Engine Supplier for 2029 Season

In a groundbreaking move, the iconic American automotive giant, General Motors (GM), has been officially approved as a power unit supplier for the exhilarating world of Formula 1 racing. The Detroit-based company will debut its Cadillac F1 team from 2026, with the outfit running homegrown power units starting from the 2029 season.

A New Era in Motorsport Begins: GM Performance Power Units LLC Approved by FIA

The Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), Formula 1’s governing body, formally approved GM Performance Power Units LLC as a power unit supplier earlier today. This approval comes just under two months after the confirmation of the Cadillac team’s presence on the grid from 2026.

For its initial three seasons in the sport, the American side will utilize Ferrari engines. However, GM will homologate its power units for competition starting from the 2029 season. “With this approval from the FIA, we will continue to accelerate our efforts to bring an American-built Formula 1 power unit to the grid,” stated Russ O’Blenes, CEO of GM Performance Power Units LLC.

The engines are being developed by a joint venture between General Motors and TWG Motorsports, the parent company behind Andretti Global. As part of this collaboration, a dedicated facility for engine development will open near GM’s Charlotte Technical Center in North Carolina next year.

Formula 1 Embraces Global Expansion with General Motors’ Entry

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem welcomed the approval of GM Performance Power Units LLC, stating, “Welcoming GM Performance Power Units LLC as an approved power unit supplier for the Championship starting in 2029 marks another step in the global expansion of Formula 1 and highlights the growing interest from world-class automotive manufacturers like General Motors.

Ben Sulayem further emphasized, “Their dedication to innovation, sustainability, and competition is fully aligned with the FIA’s vision for the future of our sport. It also strengthens our commitment to making motorsport more accessible and inclusive worldwide – welcoming new manufacturers, advancing technology, and connecting with a broader, more diverse fan base.

With GM joining the grid in 2029, the automaker will compete against power units developed by Ferrari, Mercedes, Audi, and Red Bull, which is partnering with Ford for its F1 engine program. The entry of these global giants promises an electrifying future for Formula 1 racing.