Cadillac Unveils Texas-Themed F1 Livery for Austin's United States Grand Prix
Cadillac Formula 1 showcased its most elaborate livery at the United States Grand Prix in Austin, incorporating elements like the Texas Wildflower, the Austin skyline, 50 stars on the front wing, and circuit outlines. Vincent Traina, the design manager, spoke about a narrative deeply influenced by Texas culture, noting the significance of Austin's 14th year and the 1984 Dallas Grand Prix. Cassidy Towriss, Chief Brand Officer, mentioned the design hurdles posed by motorsport regulations, while Executive Director Dominic Najafi commended the modern, sleek aesthetic. The design features intricate details that appear as a carbon textural pattern from a distance and embroidered symbols up close. After Austin, Cadillac will return to its original livery for the Mexico race.
Key facts
- Cadillac Formula 1 revealed a Texas-themed livery for the United States Grand Prix in Austin
- The design includes the Texas Wildflower, Austin skyline, 50 stars on front wing panels and the circuit outline
- It is the third of four one-off liveries for Cadillac's inaugural championship season
- Cadillac is the 11th constructor on the grid and the first new American team in more than a decade
- Austin is in its 14th year of hosting Formula 1, and Dallas held a Grand Prix in 1984
- Vincent Traina is Cadillac design manager and livery lead; Cassidy Towriss is Chief Brand Officer
- Dominic Najafi is Executive Director of Design for Cadillac
- The team returns to its original livery for the Mexico race
Entities
Artists
- Vincent Traina
- Cassidy Towriss
- Dominic Najafi
Institutions
- Cadillac
- Cadillac Formula 1
- General Motors
- Formula 1
- Surface
Locations
- Austin
- United States
- Texas
- Dallas
- Mexico
- Miami
- Detroit