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This week, we break down the full 2026 Miami Grand Prix weekend — from the Sprint, to Qualifying, to the race itself, and the biggest headlines that came out of Formula 1’s return after the long break.Then, because this is a Cadillac podcast, we bring it back to Team Cadillac and look at what their first home-race-feeling weekend told us. We talk about the Miami livery, the upgrade package, where the team still falls short, and why there were still some encouraging signs even without a breakthrough result.And finally, we close with Formula 2 and Colton Herta’s Miami weekend — topping practice, fighting through a difficult Qualifying and Sprint, and gaining valuable wet-race experience in a chaotic Feature Race that briefly had him running near the front.Pump the Brakes is the Cadillac of F1 podcasts — built for fans following Cadillac’s journey to the grid, while keeping up with the biggest stories across Formula 1.If you’re new here, welcome aboard.In this episode:Miami GP, Miami Grand Prix, Miami GP review, Cadillac, Team Cadillac, Cadillac Miami livery, Cadillac upgrades, Formula 1, F1 2026, Sprint weekend, Kimi Antonelli, McLaren, Ferrari, Red Bull, Colton Herta, Formula 2, F2 Miami

This week, Formula 1 returns with the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, and we break down everything that makes this weekend such a big one.First, we set the table for Miami itself — the track, the full weekend format, the Sprint setup, and what makes this race feel so different from the rest of the calendar. Then we get into the biggest 2026 storylines heading into the weekend, including Mercedes trying to hold control of the season, Ferrari looking to close the gap, McLaren bringing major changes, and Red Bull trying to stop the slide.After that, we talk about Cadillac’s special Miami livery for the team’s first true home-race-feeling weekend — and why they absolutely nailed it. And finally, we shift over to Formula 2 and what this Miami sprint weekend means for Colton Herta as he continues his rookie season on a big American stage.Pump the Brakes is the Cadillac of F1 podcasts — built for fans following Cadillac’s journey to the grid, while keeping up with the biggest stories across Formula 1.If you’re new here, welcome aboard.In this episode:Miami GP, Miami Grand Prix, Miami GP preview, Cadillac livery, Team Cadillac, Cadillac F1, Formula 1, F1 2026, Sprint weekend, Miami track, Mercedes, Ferrari, Red Bull, McLaren, Colton Herta, Formula 2, F2 Miami

This week, with Formula 1 finally getting ready to return in Miami, we break down the biggest things to watch before the next race weekend begins.First, we look at Cadillac’s real expectations going into Miami — what success would actually look like in the Sprint and Grand Prix, and which teams really count as Cadillac’s current rivals right now. Then we get into the FIA’s latest 2026 rule changes and explain, in simple terms, what they mean for qualifying, racing, and why Formula 1 felt the need to step in already.After that, we have a little fun and rank the top 5 drivers on the grid through the first three races of the season — leaving Max Verstappen off the list on purpose and focusing on who has been strongest right now in 2026.Pump the Brakes is the Cadillac of F1 podcasts — built for fans following Cadillac’s journey to the grid, while keeping up with the biggest stories across Formula 1.If you’re new here, welcome aboard.In this episode:Cadillac, Miami GP, Team Cadillac, Sprint weekend, F1 rule changes, 2026 regulations, top 5 drivers, Kimi Antonelli, George Russell, Charles Leclerc, Oscar Piastri, Pierre Gasly

This week, with Formula 1 still in the gap between Suzuka and Miami, we break down three of the biggest storylines shaping the next phase of the season.First, we get into the growing uncertainty around Red Bull — GP’s eventual exit, Max Verstappen’s frustration with the new regulations, and why the old Red Bull empire is starting to feel a lot less permanent than it once did.Then we shift over to Formula 2, where the rescheduling of the cancelled races brings the series to North America and gives Colton Herta a huge opportunity. We talk about what the new calendar means, how Colton’s rookie season has started, where he stands compared to the rest of the field, and what we should realistically expect from him moving forward.And finally, because this is a Cadillac podcast, we bring it back to Team Cadillac and look at what this month off can actually fix before Miami. What should the team be focusing on? What needs to improve most? And what would real progress look like by the time the grid gets to South Florida?Pump the Brakes is the Cadillac of F1 podcasts — built for fans following Cadillac’s journey to the grid, while keeping up with the biggest stories across Formula 1.If you’re new here, welcome aboard.In this episode:Formula 1 month off, Red Bull, GP, Max Verstappen, Colton Herta, Formula 2, Miami, Cadillac, Team Cadillac, Miami GP, F1 2026, North America, month off, development, performance, regulations

In this episode of Pump the Brakes, We use the break between Suzuka and Miami to step back and look at four of the biggest Formula 1 storylines on the grid right now. We break down Ferrari’s chance to close on Mercedes, whether McLaren’s Suzuka showing was a real step forward, what Red Bull’s future could look like with driver questions looming, and why Cadillac’s long-term power-unit project still matters in the bigger F1 picture. This is a month-off check-in on the grid, the momentum shifts, and the long game ahead.In this episode:Formula 1 month off, Ferrari, McLaren, Red Bull, Cadillac F1, Miami buildup, power-unit development, team strategy, and the biggest grid-wide questions heading into the next phase of the season.

In this episode of Pump the Brakes, We break down the full Japanese Grand Prix weekend, from the biggest headlines out of Suzuka to what the race revealed about the shape of the 2026 Formula 1 season. Then we bring it back to Cadillac: where the car stands, what looked encouraging, what still is not good enough, what Pérez and Bottas had to say, and why there is still reason to believe. We also look ahead to the month off before Miami and why this next stretch could be a huge opportunity for Cadillac’s development.In this episode:Japanese Grand Prix review, Suzuka, Cadillac F1, Sergio Pérez, Valtteri Bottas, Formula 1 season analysis, team development, and why the month off before Miami matters for Cadillac.

In this episode of Pump the Brakes, We preview the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka, one of the most iconic races on the Formula 1 calendar. We break down what makes Suzuka such a unique test, the biggest storylines heading into the weekend, the pressure on the top teams, and what fans should really be watching as the early season starts to take shape. We also talk about the Haas Godzilla livery, why it’s one of the coolest visuals of the weekend, and what Suzuka could reveal about Cadillac’s long-term Formula 1 build.In this episode:Japanese Grand Prix preview, Suzuka, Formula 1, Haas, Godzilla livery, Ollie Bearman, early season storylines, Cadillac F1, and what to watch heading into one of the biggest weekends on the calendar.

In this episode of Pump the Brakes, We break down the full Chinese Grand Prix weekend, from the biggest storylines across the grid to what stood out most in Shanghai. Then I shift fully to Cadillac: the upgrades, the recurring technical issues, the Pérez-Bottas contact, the team’s first double finish, and what China revealed about where Cadillac really stands right now. This is a China GP review with a Cadillac-first lens on one of the team’s most revealing weekends so far.In this episode:Chinese Grand Prix review, Shanghai, Cadillac F1, Sergio Pérez, Valtteri Bottas, upgrades, technical issues, first double finish, and what China revealed about Cadillac’s early Formula 1 form.

In this episode of Pump the Brakes, We break down the 2026 Australian Grand Prix weekend, the biggest storylines from the season opener, and what stood out most across the grid. Then we shift to the Cadillac angle: what a new American team can learn from the first race, which teams looked strong or vulnerable, and where the early opportunities may be as Cadillac builds toward Formula 1. We close by previewing the Chinese Grand Prix and what we’ll be watching next in Shanghai.In this episode:Australian Grand Prix review, China Grand Prix preview, Cadillac F1, Formula 1 season opener, Melbourne, Shanghai, early grid storylines, and what Cadillac can learn from the first race of the season.

In this episode of Pump the Brakes, We preview the Australian Grand Prix and break down what to watch as the Formula 1 season gets underway in Melbourne. I also take a deeper look at Colton Herta — who he is, how he became part of the Cadillac conversation, and why his future matters to American fans and Cadillac’s long-term F1 story. This is part race-week primer, part Colton Herta deep dive, and a strong entry point for new listeners getting ready for the season.In this episode:Australian Grand Prix preview, Formula 1 season opener, Melbourne, Albert Park, Colton Herta, Cadillac F1, American drivers in Formula 1, and what to watch as the season begins.

In this episode of Pump the Brakes, We step back and compare Cadillac’s Bahrain testing program to the rest of the Formula 1 grid. We look at reliability, run plans, early strengths and weaknesses, and what testing can — and cannot — really tell us before the season begins. This is a grounded look at where Cadillac stands after Bahrain and which early conclusions are worth taking seriously.In this episode:Bahrain testing, Cadillac F1, Formula 1 preseason analysis, early grid comparisons, reliability, run plans, long-run pace, and what testing really reveals before the season starts.

In this episode of Pump the Brakes, We look at the teams Cadillac will be measured against as its Formula 1 project takes shape. We break down Audi and Alpine, what the Bahrain test reveals about the developing 2026 grid, and where Cadillac fits into the bigger F1 picture. This is a grounded look at the competition, the early pecking order, and the long game ahead.In this episode:Cadillac F1, Audi F1, Alpine F1, Bahrain testing, the early 2026 grid, team competition, and where Cadillac fits in the Formula 1 landscape.

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.