McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown said that Andretti-Cadillac has reacted coldly to Andretti’s partnership with General Motors (GM) to apply for an entry in F1. said it was a “persuasive proposition.”
Andretti CEO Michael Andretti has made no secret of his ambition to bring his eponymous team into F1.
But FIA president Mohamed bin Sulayem has been less than welcomed by the existing 10 teams despite being tipped to bid for an F1 entry.
Some teams, notably Mercedes, are believed to have softened their stance somewhat with Andretti’s partnership with GM-branded Cadillac, while Alpine/Renault are believed to be backing Andretti-Cadillac with an anticipated F1 engine rebadging deal. ing.
Zak Brown said Andretti was able to get the support of a major automaker like GM, which added persuasiveness to the US team’s bid to join F1.
“The Andretti name has a rich history in many forms of motorsport,” Brown said at Formula E’s Mexico City E-Prix.
“We are partners in the Walkinshaw supercar team and they have a great history in motorsport, and GM is also the OEM we race in IndyCar (Chevrolet to Arrow McLaren supply the engine).I think he made a very convincing proposal.”
“I think that shows the growth of F1. Since Haas, we haven’t had a new team in a long time. So it’s great to see F1 attracting new markets, new teams and new sponsors. is”
“I think it’s great to see them wanting to be in the sport. I think he’s put together an attractive team.”
Zak Brown is aware that Andretti is working closely with the FIA to ensure a successful entry into F1, but F1 is known to be interested in joining the field in the future. He added that he expects to go through a bidding process with other teams.
Zak Brown said the interest in potential new teams is evidence of F1’s rapid growth, and said it was an “exciting” time to join the championship.
“We are within F1, so we are not close to a big process, but I know he is working closely with the FIA in Formula 1. We haven’t had a bidding process like this for a while, but… What he does is move his brand, reputation and partners forward by enabling the best possible presentation.”
“Then the FIA and F1 will go through that process. As (F1 CEO) Stefano (Domenicali) commented, I think there are other organizations that are considering joining.
“I’m also excited about the excitement of the new teams that want to be in Formula 1. I think that speaks to the health of the sport.”
“We’ve seen manufacturers come and go in all forms of motor racing. What’s great is that the moment we’re there, the manufacturers are talking about demand and the health of motorsport in general. That’s great. I hope it lasts for a long time.”
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