Back at Base S3: 10. Cadillac Race into F1’s new era
4/24/202631 min
As Cadillac hit the track in Formula 1’s new era, we catch up with the American team at their Silverstone base to reflect on their journey so far.
Star drivers Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez share their thoughts on the team’s first ever races in Australia, China and Japan.
Team Principal Graeme Lowdon explains how the team are using the sport’s unexpected early-season break to take the next steps, as broadcaster Holly Samos and journalist Sarah Holt return to the team’s Silverstone base for another behind-the-scenes tour to see Cadillac’s progress in person.
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Graeme Lowdon· Guest1:05
[digital music] Well, it's just after 4:30, uh, here in rural Northumberland, heading off to work, so off to Silverstone. Uh, hopefully the traffic on the M1 won't be too bad, but, uh, I'll get a bit of work done, uh, and see how today goes.
Holly Samos· Host1:24
The Cadillac Formula 1 team principal, Graeme Lowdon, has a lot of road to cover.