Cadillac Formula 1 Team has deployed seven 3D Systems SLA 3D printing systems to accelerate critical wind tunnel testing and develop production parts prior to the 2026 FORMULA 1 season.
The newest entrant to the FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, Cadillac expects the combination of these printers with materials such as Accura Xtreme White 200, Accura Xtreme Black and Accura HPC to enable rapid wind tunnel testing.
Though Cadillac F1 Team's use of 3D Systems' SLA technology has been revealed, details of the specific machines have been held back, as have the specific applications being focused on. The F1 team has, however, been working with 3D Systems' Application Innovation Group (AIG), a global team of engineers, designers, and technicians.
“3D Systems was founded on innovation, pioneering the additive manufacturing industry and we are continuing to lead it into an era of high-precision, highly repeatable production at scale,” said Elvis Perez, Senior Vice President, Sales, 3D Systems. “We are pleased that our work has enabled Cadillac Formula 1® team to enter the 2026 FORMULA 1 season despite the short timelines and strict qualification conditions.”
3D Systems has had a play in the motor racing sector for decades, with notable partnerships including Alpine F1 Team. Just last year, the two organisations announced the launch of the Accura Composite PIV 3D printing material, developed to produce parts for wind tunnel testing, while in 2023, Apline F1 purchased four SLA 750 3D printing systems after testing the product during its beta phase.
