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Andretti have moved a step closer to competing in Formula One after receiving FIA approval. The prospective new team must now convince F1’s commercial wing that they should join the grid and become a new rival to the likes of Mercedes and Red Bull. There is still plenty of work to do but the FIA green-light is a positive step for the prospective newcomers.
Andretti submitted a proposal to enter F1 earlier this year as part of a ‘stringent’ selection process. They were the only applicants handed to the FIA to get its approval.
The FIA has now passed Andretti into Phase Two of the application process. To earn a place in F1, the team will need permission from Formula One Management, the sport’s commercial wing.
“The FIA was very clear in establishing stringent criteria for entry from the outset of the Expressions of Interest procedure. Our objective, after rigorous due diligence during the application phase, was to only approve prospective entries which satisfied the set criteria and illustrated that they would add value to the sport,” FIA president Mohammed ben Suleyam said.
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“The FIA is obliged to approve applications that comply with the Expressions of Interests application requirements and we have adhered to that procedure in deciding that Andretti Formula Racing LLC’s application would proceed to the next stage of the application process.
“In taking that decision, the FIA is acting in accordance with EU directives on motor sport participation and development.
“Andretti Formula Racing LLC was the only entity which fulfils the selection criteria that was set in all material respects. I congratulate Michael Andretti and his team on a thorough submission. I also want to thank all prospective teams for their interest and participation.
“The Expressions of Interest process builds on the positive acceptance of the FIA’s 2026 F1 Power Unit Regulations among existing OEMs which has also attracted further commitment from Audi, Honda and Ford and interest from Porsche and General Motors.
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“I would like to thank all of the FIA team members involved in the Expressions of Interest process for their tireless efforts in ensuring a diligent assessment of all of the applications received.”
F1 said in its own statement: “We note the FIA’s conclusions in relation to the first and second phases of their process and will now conduct our own assessment of the merits of the remaining application.”
The American outfit have been seeking a place on the grid since 2021. It is unclear when they would be able to race if their bid is successful.
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