In an exciting development for motorsport fans, following Barcelona and Bahrain testing, Cadillac has officially entered the world of Formula 1, marking a significant moment for American racing. This move comes after years of speculation and anticipation, as fans and experts eagerly discuss the implications of Cadillac’s arrival in the sport. Let's dive into it!

Plus...a special appearance from former McLaren Number 1 Mechanic, and BBC 5 Live's Marc Priestley.

00:0 Introduction to Racing Pilot Podcast

00:32 Cadillac's Entry into Formula 1

03:16 Initial Impressions of Cadillac's Performance

05:08 The Financial Aspects of Joining F1

07:17 Driver Lineup: Experience vs. Youth

09:24 Hiring Challenges and Team Structure

12:05 Suprise Team Principal Selection and Expectations

14:22 Operational Challenges of a New Team

17:52 Insights from Marc Priestley

18:39 Commercial Partnerships and Sponsorships

24:09 Future Prospects for Cadillac in F1

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BIG NEWS for The MotorMouth Podcast! One door closes, another one opens.

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Tim Silvey speaks with Freddie Carr, a six-time Americas Cup sailor, about his journey in sailing, the dynamics of teamwork, and the importance of communication in high-performance sailing, drawing some interesting parellels to Formula One.

They discuss the differences between the Americas Cup and SailGP, the role of technology in modern sailing, and the launch of a new media platform called The Foil. Freddie shares his proudest moments in the Americas Cup, the growing popularity of SailGP, and reflections on safety in high-performance sailing.

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"I think Africa is long overdue for a race."

In this episode Tim Silvey speaks with Mark Hughes, a consultant in race circuit operations, about his journey in motorsport, the complexities of track design, and the evolving landscape of racing venues.

They discuss the political challenges of working with governing bodies like the FIA and FIM, the impact of new regulations on circuit design, and the future of street circuits versus permanent tracks.

Mark shares insights on the commercial viability of race tracks and the potential for banked circuits in the future. The conversation also touches on the upcoming Global Circuit Summit in Qatar, where industry leaders will gather to discuss the future of motorsport venues, more info: https://www.circuitsummit.com/

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In this episode of The MotorMouth Podcast, Tim Silvey interviews Maite Caceres, a rising star in motorsport from Uruguay. Maita shares her journey from a family steeped in racing to becoming the only Latin American driver in the F1 Academy. She discusses her experiences in the competitive Mazda MX-5 Cup, the challenges of securing sponsorship, and her aspirations in the world of racing. Maita emphasizes the importance of representation for women in motorsport and reflects on her journey, highlighting that it's never too late to pursue one's dreams.

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Tim Silvey interviews Simon Pavitt in one of our favourite episodes to date, who shares his extensive experience in Formula One, particularly in sponsorship and digital branding. Simon discusses the evolution of sponsorship in F1, the impact of dynamic branding, and his new book 'Capstones', which explores what former F1 professionals do after their careers in fascinating detail. He emphasizes the importance of passion projects and the lessons learned from notable figures like Jackie Stewart. The conversation also touches on Simon's future aspirations and the significance of finding joy and meaning in one's career.

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A new season of the show, coming to you weekly!

This week Nico Perrin tells us about his ambitious plans to break the lap record at The Nordschleife, it currently stands at 5 mins 19 by Porsche in a hybrid hypercar...Nico wants to get this under 5 mins! Can it be done!? Listen to find out.

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