Andretti confirmed the submission of the application to the FIA

Andretti Cadillac has confirmed the submission of an official application to the FIA regarding the performance in Formula 1.

This is a formal step necessary for further movement. 

GM said in a statement: «The Andretti Cadillac team has announced to the FIA its interest in participating in the World Championship.

We firmly believe that our common racing competencies will allow us to form an American team that will increase interest in Formula 1 around the world. We appreciate the FIA's transparent and fair process in their assessment of the expansion of the number of Formula 1 teams».

According to the Australian Speedcafe, if Andretti is forced to withdraw from the process, if it turns out that he is unwilling or unable to pay the growing entry fee, GM will realize their interest in Formula 1 by joining forces with another team. According to rumors, it will be AlphaTauri.