In this episode of Pump the Brakes, We break down the 2026 Formula 1 regulations in simple terms, what Cadillac’s early testing and first laps actually mean, and why the Silverstone and Barcelona shakedowns matter more than headlines and overreactions. This is a beginner-friendly look at F1 testing, new rules, and the long road to the grid.

In this episode:

Cadillac F1 testing, 2026 Formula 1 regulations, Silverstone and Barcelona shakedowns, first laps, early car development, and what testing really tells us before the season begins.

Welcome to Pump the Brakes, the Cadillac F1 podcast. In this pilot episode, We explain why Cadillac’s entry into Formula 1 matters, why this is the perfect time to get in on the ground floor, and what this show will cover as the team builds toward the grid. If you’re new to F1, curious about Cadillac, or here for the long game, this is the place to start.

In this episode:

Cadillac F1, Formula 1 for new fans, why getting in early matters, the team’s path to the grid, and what Pump the Brakes will cover as Cadillac builds toward Formula 1.

America is entering Formula 1—and this is the place to follow it.

Pump the Brakes is the Cadillac F1 fan podcast, premiering immediately after the Super Bowl reveal of Cadillac’s first-ever Formula 1 car. This trailer sets the tone for a weekly, all-season journey through Cadillac’s debut year on the F1 grid.

New fans welcome. Veterans encouraged.
New episodes drop weekly throughout the season.

Buckle up. It’s almost lights out.