Cadillac has officially unveiled the V-ONE Concept at Monterey Car Week, presenting a single-seat, track-focused study directly derived from its championship-winning V-Series.R prototype race car. Co-developed by Cadillac Design, Cadillac Racing, and chassis constructor Dallara, the V-ONE translates full factory-level endurance racing hardware into a ultra-luxury customer performance concept.

The underlying hardware remains pure prototype—anchored by a Dallara carbon-fiber monocoque, sprung with pushrod-actuated suspension, center-lock wheels, active aerodynamics, and massive underbody venturi tunnels that carry over virtually unchanged from the race car.

“It’s about as close to the race car as you can get,” says Sean O’Shea, Cadillac LMDh Propulsion Manager. “The interior of the car is one of the main selling points with the car," said O’Shea. “You open the doors and you look inside and it's a clean, purpose-built race car with a bespoke Cadillac interior.”

Outside, a gradient paint scheme shifts from bright silver at the nose to deep navy blue at the tail—a nod to the day-to-night transition during 24-hour endurance races. A small serialized door plaque hints that Cadillac plans to build more than one.

Unrestricted Prototype Power

Unlike its IMSA and FIA WEC racing sibling—which must strictly adhere to Balance of Performance regulations—the V-ONE operates without series limits. It pairs the V-Series.R's hand-built 5.5-liter naturally aspirated V8 with a simplified hybrid system acting as an engine boost.

• 830 Combined Horsepower: Produces substantially more power than the official race car.
• Push-to-Pass Boost: Drivers can press a steering-wheel button to unleash an instant 134-horsepower electric surge on straights.
• Race-Bred Chassis: Built around the identical Dallara carbon fiber tub and FIA-approved survival cell used in IMSA GTP and WEC Hypercar competition.
• Target Lap Times: Engineered for ease of operation by non-professional drivers while aiming to stay within 10% of the V-Series.R's actual track lap times.

Tailored Luxury Meets Motorsport Function

• The exterior retains the aggressive proportions and aerodynamic profile of the prototype racer while incorporating bespoke luxury details. A hand-sprayed paint gradient transitions from liquid silver at the nose to deep navy blue at the rear, symbolic of the day-to-night journey in 24-hour endurance races like Le Mans and Daytona.

Feature	Specification Details
Powertrain	5.5L Naturally Aspirated V8 + Electric Hybrid System
Suspension	Double wishbone with pushrod-actuated coil/torsion springs & heave dampers
Cockpit	Single GT3-style racing seat, custom tailored to the driver
Interior Materials	Cadillac Collection recycled fabrics, exposed carbon fiber, serialized door plaque
Interface	Race-inspired steering wheel with custom UI for data visualization and driver coaching

While currently designated as a one-of-one concept study, the V-ONE offers a clear glimpse into Cadillac's ambitions for ultra-exclusive, high-performance track cars that bridge the gap between world-class racing engineering and bespoke luxury.