Formula 1 could undergo a turnaround in 2026, the year of the new engine regulations, and have an 11th team on the grid. Andretti made a new proposal to the FIA, and the project delivered pleased the competition organizers.
At the beginning of the year, the entry of , even though it was the only one to reach the final stage of the selection process for new teams created by the organization. At the time, Fia argued that the brand would not be competitive in the medium term.
Despite the initial refusal, to be part of and opened a factory in Silverstone, England, dedicated exclusively to the project.
In addition, he announced the former technical director of Formula 1, Pat Symonds, as engineering executive, and according to the Associated Press, the FIA appears to be willing to change its mind, given the changes made.
For the creation of the engines for the new team, Cadillac, was already part of the ongoing project, and announced that they will be ready in 2028.
If Andretti is actually accepted, she will be the second American team on the grid, .