Cadillac F1 Team rolls out Texas‑themed livery for 2026 United States Grand Prix

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team has officially unveiled a special‑edition livery for the 2026 United States Grand Prix, paying tribute to the state of Texas. The design, revealed on the team’s official newsroom and reported by AutoEvolution, features a deep midnight‑blue base overlaid with a bold, silver‑white Texas star and subtle nods to the state’s iconic longhorns and desert landscapes.

According to the Cadillac Newsroom, the livery was conceived by a cross‑functional design team that included Cadillac’s heritage designers, the F1 aerodynamics department and external visual‑branding consultants. The team wanted a scheme that would resonate with American fans while still reflecting Cadillac’s luxury heritage. "We wanted to celebrate the spirit of Texas – its boldness, its independence and its love for high performance – and translate that into a visual language that works on a high‑speed F1 car," the release said.

AutoEvolution adds that the livery will debut at the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, on 20‑22 October 2026. The design incorporates a subtle gradient that shifts from deep blue at the front wing to a lighter, almost sky‑blue at the rear, echoing the transition from the Texas Hill Country to the open plains. The iconic Cadillac crest remains prominent on the nose, while a stylised lone star sits on the sidepods, flanked by a faint outline of a longhorn silhouette that becomes visible only at high speeds.

For Indian fans, the unveiling offers a fresh visual storyline ahead of the race weekend, which will be broadcast live on FanCode with Indian Standard Time (IST) coverage starting at 02:30 am on 21 October. The livery’s debut will be highlighted in pre‑race analysis shows, giving Indian viewers a chance to see the new paint scheme up close before the race starts. The Texas theme also dovetails with the growing interest in American motorsport markets, an angle that Indian broadcasters are likely to emphasize to attract a broader audience.

While the livery is primarily a marketing exercise, it underscores Cadillac’s long‑term commitment to its 2026 entry, a partnership that includes a $400 million investment and a multi‑year technical collaboration with the team’s engineering partners. The visual upgrade signals that the brand is keen to make a strong impression on the global stage, especially in a market as large as the United States.

Source: Cadillac Newsroom