For their first season, Cadillac may now hire an 18-point driver who last competed in Formula 1 in 2018. Two possible slots are already up for grabs, despite the fact that this season's driver market is predicted to be quieter than last season's.

Cadillac has a tentative deal to compete in Formula 1 in 2026, and it should be confirmed soon where they will be in the paddock. As a result, the 21st and 22nd seats will need to be filled in the upcoming months, and it should come as no surprise that several drivers are already applying for the coveted F1 place. During the winter break last year, players like Sergio Perez, Kevin Magnussen, Zhou Guanyu, and Valtteri Bottas lost their spots. They have also been linked to Marcus Ericsson, the Swede may emerge as an unlikely contender for one of their two seats in 2026.