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Cadillac brings new Ferrari power unit and aero upgrades to Baku for Perez
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ConfirmedCadillac will run a new-specification Ferrari power unit for Sergio Perez at the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku, paired with small aerodynamic upgrades. The update follows the team's debut season challenges and aims to boost performance on the high-speed street circuit. Team principal Marcin Budkowski confirmed the plans ahead of the race weekend.
Cadillac power unit update for Baku
Cadillac will install the new Ferrari ADUO 2 power unit specification in Sergio Perez's car for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.[1][2] The team will also test small aerodynamic upgrades during free practice sessions.
Team principal Marcin Budkowski noted the new unit aligns with prior planning and highlighted the demanding schedule of nine races in twelve weeks.
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Sources
- [1]Six F1 tech talking points at the Azerbaijan GP (the-race). Accessed 2026-09-23.
- [2]Cadillac alista el GP de Azerbaiyán: Nuevo motor para 'Checo' Pérez y mejoras en Bakú (excelsior). Accessed 2026-09-23.
Published 23 Sept 2026, 19:58 UTC