Andretti Cadillac's efforts to join the grid Formula 1 In the future, it received new impetus with the signing of a highly respected engineer such as Rob White, who will take on the role of new Director of Operations.
White is well known in the Grand Cirque for his long tenure at Renault, where he acted as technical director of engines then deputy general director of engine operations for the French brand from 2004 to 2016. Thus, he contributed to the success of the company when it had its own official team, in 2005 and 2006, years of the titles of Fernando Alonsoin addition to being a motorcyclist Red Bullwho won the championship double between 2010 and 2013.
Most recently, White was COO of the Renault project, now Alpineat Enstone, but He left his position in June this year as part of the restructuring that the organization underwent under the command of its then team leader, Bruno Famin.
While Andretti is in the midst of a recruitment drive to attract the best talent on the market, White's extensive knowledge of Formula 1 stock This makes him the ideal person to help the team in their progression towards a place on the grid.
The engineer himself announced his appointment on LinkedIn: “I am happy to announce that I have just started as Director of Operations for Andretti Cadillac at Andretti Global. I'm excited to join the team. [He tenido una] first impressive impression of all that those who came before us have accomplished. I relish the challenge of all that awaits me“.
With his arrival at Andretti, White will reunite with several of his former colleagues from Renault, such as technical director Nick Chesterthe person responsible for aerodynamics Jon Tomlinson and Pat Symondswho will soon join the company as executive engineering advisor.
Michael Andretti, Mario Andretti, Dan Towriss, Andretti Global
Photo by: Andretti
As shown Motorsport.com last weekend, Andretti's efforts with General Motors and Cadillac to get the green light to join F1 are progressing, and all indications are that they could get the green light by 2026.
Conversations between championship officials and the general manager appear to have been more positive in recent weeks, particularly following the recent decision to Michael Andretti stop being the main figure of his team.
In September, the former Formula 1 driver handed over the reins of Andretti Global to majority owner, Dan Towrisswho is CEO of Grupo 1001, a company that first partnered with Andretti through sponsorship from its subsidiary Gainbridge.
Towriss was spotted last weekend in the paddock at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, where it is understood discussions have taken place with F1 about what an entry for Andretti and General Motors could look like. Although GM won't be able to have its own engine ready until 2028, it has been suggested that the team could partner with Ferrari from 2026.
