3D Systems announced on April 15 2026 that the newly formed Cadillac Formula 1 Team will deploy seven of its SLA 3D‑printing systems to accelerate wind‑tunnel testing and the production of race‑ready parts for the 2026 season. The team will use the company’s SLA 825 Dual printers and its Accura® Xtreme White 200, Accura Xtreme Black, and Accura HPC materials, allowing the team to produce high‑precision test parts in a fraction of the time required by traditional manufacturing methods.
The partnership is a strategic win for 3D Systems because it places the company at the forefront of high‑performance automotive manufacturing, a market where speed, precision, and reliability are critical. By providing production‑grade parts for a Formula 1 team, 3D Systems demonstrates that its SLA technology can meet the rigorous demands of motorsport, reinforcing its broader strategy to expand in aerospace, defense, and high‑performance automotive sectors.
In its most recent quarterly results, 3D Systems reported Q4 2025 revenue of $106.3 million, a 16% sequential increase but a 4% year‑over‑year decline. The company posted a net loss attributable to 3D Systems of $19.5 million for the quarter, while the full‑year 2025 net income was $29.9 million. Management projected Q1 2026 revenue of $91–$94 million and reported a Q4 EPS of –$0.13 versus analysts’ expectation of –$0.10, reflecting the impact of higher printer sales on gross margins but signaling a solid foundation for future consumables and services revenue.
Dr. Jeffrey Graves, President and CEO, highlighted the strong performance in Q4 2025, noting that growth in the medical technology, dental, and aerospace & defense markets helped offset margin compression from increased printer sales. He emphasized that the company’s focus on production‑scale additive manufacturing is driving demand for its high‑throughput SLA solutions, which is evident in the Cadillac partnership.
The Cadillac Formula 1 Team, a joint venture between General Motors and TWG Motorsports, received final approval in March 2025 to compete in the 2026 season. 3D Systems has a history of supplying SLA technology to Formula 1 teams, most recently to Alpine, and the new partnership further solidifies its motorsports presence. The company’s technology portfolio, including the SLA 825 Dual and AddiTrak software, is designed for high‑throughput, reliable production, making it an ideal fit for the team’s wind‑tunnel testing and part production needs.
The win comes at a time when 3D Systems’ Aerospace & Defense segment is projected to become its largest and fastest‑growing industrial segment in 2026. The partnership with a high‑profile automotive customer complements this trajectory, positioning the company to capture additional market share in both defense and high‑performance automotive applications while reinforcing its reputation for delivering production‑grade additive manufacturing solutions.
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