Marcin Budkowski, the new team director of Cadillac’s Formula 1 team, has revealed that he has had conversations with “more than half” of the teams on the grid before deciding to join the American formation. His confirmation comes after a surprising announcement that replaced Graeme Lowdon as team principal.
Cadillac currently finds itself at the bottom of the championship table, without any points accumulated after the first 11 races, but Lowdon’s departure has been unexpected considering the initial expectations for the team. The leadership change has been driven by CEO Dan Towriss, who has bet on Budkowski, a veteran of the Formula 1 landscape with an extensive career in motorsport.
Budkowski, 49, has solid experience in the industry, with a past at Prost, Ferrari, McLaren, and Renault. After a stint as a television commentator, he has returned once again to a Formula 1 team. “I have spoken with more than half of the teams on the grid, some of them in more advanced stages than others,” he noted.
The new team principal has highlighted the importance of working on a project he believes in and that is backed by the TWG group, which has a strong involvement in motorsports. Additionally, he emphasized that General Motors, one of the largest car manufacturers in the world, provides a financial base similar to what he had found in previous professional stages.
Budkowski has expressed optimism regarding the team, stating that all individuals involved in the management of Cadillac are deeply committed to the world of motorsport, bringing a fresh vision and a clear ambition to build a competitive team. Recognizing the magnitude of the challenge they face is, according to him, a key factor for successfully addressing the team’s immediate future.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI