Wayne Taylor has officially clarified the status of his racing team’s partnerships following the conclusion of a two-year collaboration with Andretti Global. As Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing (WTR) moves into the 2025 season, Taylor emphasized that while the Andretti surname is no longer part of the team’s identity, the organization remains firmly embedded within Dan Towriss’ TWG Motorsports group.
A Mutually Respectful Split
Reflecting on the partnership with Andretti Global, Taylor was candid but positive. “We had a good time, to be honest. I enjoyed working with Michael and J-F [Thormann] and those guys,” Taylor explained. “But they had other things going on as well. They had the Formula 1 program, the IndyCar program—so there was not a massive amount of integration.”
Taylor described the decision to part ways as practical rather than personal, citing the expanded commitments Andretti Global faces with its growing portfolio, including a Cadillac-backed Formula 1 entry planned for 2026. “Dan and his group made the decision to keep Wayne Taylor Racing separate, which obviously makes me happier,” he added, underscoring the amicable nature of the split.
The TWG Connection
WTR’s continued alignment with TWG Motorsports, led by Dan Towriss, ensures that the team remains part of a high-powered motorsport network that includes investments in Spire Motorsports (NASCAR), Andretti Global, and Cadillac’s forthcoming Formula 1 project. TWG is under the umbrella of TWG Global, run by Guggenheim Partners CEO Mark Walter, offering WTR significant resources and opportunities.
Taylor expressed gratitude for the stability provided by TWG. “It’s really fantastic, partnering with them, and him allowing us to use our workshop,” he said, highlighting that staying in their Brownsburg, Indiana facility avoided unnecessary complications. “Going from Honda to Cadillac, and then also starting to plan to go into another shop, is just too much.”
Why the Split Happened
Taylor hinted that the divergence in focus between WTR and Andretti Global played a key role. While WTR is squarely focused on IMSA and Cadillac’s LMDh program, Andretti’s ambitions have expanded globally, including a high-profile push into Formula 1. Taylor noted, “The biggest focus in the group is the Cadillac LMDh program and Formula 1.”
The team will now fully leverage its existing structure and focus on its transition back to Cadillac and General Motors after a stint with Honda/Acura.
Looking Ahead
The rebranded Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing is gearing up for the 2025 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with renewed focus and stability. Taylor’s enthusiasm for the new phase was evident. “It just made more sense to keep us where we are,” he concluded.
With a robust partnership with TWG Motorsports and Cadillac’s backing, WTR appears well-positioned for its next chapter. The split from Andretti may mark the end of one partnership, but it sets the stage for a streamlined and ambitious future under the Cadillac banner.
