Formula 1 stays among itself. The application by Andretti Autosport and its engine partner Cadillac for eleventh place in the premier class field was rejected by Formula 1 management. For now. Andretti Cadillac should reapply for 2028, according to the three-page letter. But Andretti wanted to be at the start with two cars as early as 2025.
Previously, Michael Andretti and his partner had overcome all hurdles. The Americans were the only ones out of four applicants to receive the Formula 1 license from the FIA, the world automobile association, after a five-month review process. Basically, the authorities couldn’t refuse Andretti. An EU directive from 2000 prohibits an applicant from being refused participation without reasonable reasons. To do this, the applicant would have to pose a security risk or bring the sport into disrepute. Andretti is a racing team that is well-known in motorsport and has been operating for decades. Competitor General Motors is one of the largest car companies in the world.
