25–27 September 2026 · Vrådal in Telemark

Straand Car Final 2026

End of the season for the car people — all brands, all clubs, all enthusiasts welcome to this year’s happening in Vrådal.

Welcome to the car people

This year's happening for car enthusiasts

Straand Bilfinale is this year’s happening in Vrådal for car people. We warmly welcome all types of cars, clubs and car enthusiasts to an exciting season finale in Vrådal on 25–27 September 2026.

The weekend offers Afterdrive with host Benny Christensen, car show with trophy prizes, Flying Start at the airstrip in Fyresdal, Early Bird to the top of Vrådal Panorama, mini-lectures, activities and a concert.

The car final in numbers

From 2022 to present

An event that has grown from the first year. TV2 Broom, Viaplay Motorpod and BilNorge are covering the event as “an Oslo Motor Show on tour”.

5
Prize categories
3
Days with program
200 km/h
On the airstrip — legal
2022
Arranged since
Aftermovie · Car Final 2025

The atmosphere from 26–28. September

Go behind the scenes of last year’s Final Car — in 4K.

Straand Car Final 2025 — the official aftermovieSpectacular cars, high spirits and happy enthusiasts from all over the Nordic region. Filmed during the Car Final 26–28 September 2025.

Media coverage

The car finale in the press

TV2 Broom, BilNorge.no and Viaplay Motorpod have all been in place.

TV2 Broom

Driving 200 km/h — completely legal in Norway

Join TV2’s Broom-Mats when testing the Audi RS3 on the airstrip in Fyresdal during the 2025 Car Final.

BilNorge.no

"Like an Oslo Motor Show on tour"

BilNorge made the trip to Vrådal and delivered a comprehensive report from Straand Bilfinale.

Viaplay Motorpod

"We are already looking forward to next year"

The Motorpod gang summarizes the Car Final 2025 with jury chairman Janne Bronndal and host Benny Christensen.

Stories from the car finale

Take a look inside the cars

From Børning actor Trond Halbo to Lego-built Volvos, every car has its own story.

01
With Trond Halbo

Stories from the Car Final 2025

Børning actor Trond Halbo takes us into the cars. We meet, among others, Torjus Kubberud Alten and his Ford Crown Victoria police car from the USA, Kristoffer Strand’s Fast and Furious replica of a Mitsubishi Eclipse, and Odd-Egil Andreassen’s self-rebuilt Volvo Amazon 1968.

02
With Eivind Lindstrand

The hearse from Børning 3

“You have to go to East Berlin and pick up a hearse!” was the message car painter and stunt driver Eivind Lindstrand from Hønefoss received from the producers ahead of the film Børning 3. He tells the story together with Trond Halbo.

03
With Benny Christensen & David Gustafsson

Volvo V70 — in Lego, full size

Benny Christensen from Broom interviews Swedish David Gustafsson about the Lego replica he built of his Volvo V70 — in full size. And yes, it drives.

04
Car Final 2024

Car final in Vrådal — the year before

Clips and highlights from the Straand Car Final 2024 — the year Trond Halbo and Pjokken brought several surprise cars.

Pictures from the Car Final 2025

A selection of the cars

Shelby, Eleanor, Børning replica and much more.

Programme 2026 · For now

Three days filled with cars

The program is updated continuously. Below is last year’s program as a reference — 2026 will be similar in structure. Subject to change.

Friday 25. September

Arrival & afterdrive
From kl. 15

Arrival and check-in

Parking in designated spaces. The reception is open.

18:30

Welcome and opening

Opening by 5th generation hosts Katrine and Lars Arne Straand and meeting manager Anita Bakkan.

18:30

Afterdrive and car talk

Presenter Benny Christensen leads the evening.

20:00

Dinner in the restaurant

Nice socializing in the cozy lounges throughout the evening.

Saturday 26. September

Exhibition, airstrip & show
08:00

Lunch & Early Bird to Vrådal Panorama

Join us at the top for a good cup of coffee and a view.

09:00

Car show opens

The space outside fills up with life and movement. Music and dining on the site throughout the day.

09:00

HubDriving to Flying Start at the airstrip in Fyresdal

For those who want — organized driving on a closed track without a competitive element. See separate section below.

11:00 AM & 3:00 PM

Trond Halbo with surprise cars

Show and start-up of cars with guests from the Børning films.

11:00 AM & 2:30 PM

Stein Arne Lindvall «Pjokken»

Talks about his unique cars.

12:00 PM & 4:00 PM

Brickscale: Volvo in Lego

David from Brickscale talks about the full-scale Volvo built in LEGO — and you get to see it drive.

12:30 & 15:30

«Lakkdama» from RÅDEBANK

Maria Elena paints and talks about the drawings, including from the TV series.

17:00

Viaplay Motor Pod

Live recording. Entrance NOK 150,-.

18:30

Afterdrive and car talk in Vrådalssalen

Mingling and exhibition of a great selection of historic vehicles and sports cars.

20:00

Dinner in the restaurant

Socializing in the beautiful lounges throughout the evening.

Sunday 27. September

Termination & return
08:00

Breakfast

Calm descends after a big Saturday.

09:00

Early Bird to Vrådal Panorama

Join us at the top for coffee with a view — the last chance.

09:00

Car chat and mingling on the square

Relaxed atmosphere before the journey home.

13:00

Unpacking and returning home

Welcome home — and welcome back in 2027.

Awards

Five prize categories

Cup premiere on Saturday in connection with the car show.

01

Finest car

02

The jury's favorite

03

Best engine compartment

04

Best paint job

05

Oldest car

Saturday at the airstrip

Flying Start in Fyresdal

Organized driving on a closed track — without the element of competition. Learn to handle your own car better.

Motorsport Norway event

Straand MC hub & Viken Motorsport Club

Time
Saturday 10 am – 2 pm
Departure from the hotel
kl. 09:00
Course fee
NOK 250,-
One-time license
NOK 150,- · Passenger NOK 100,-

The purpose is to learn how to handle their own car better and further develop the drivers’ driving skills. Planned exercises are Autoslalom and Street-Legal according to regulations from Motorsport Norway. We contribute to the zero vision in injury statistics on Norwegian roads by creating safer and more secure drivers.

The event manager is Eddie Mathisen. Course instructor Vidar Lavoll and his team have experience from similar events. The safety of drivers, participants, officials and spectators is a top priority. Helmets are mandatory for both driver and passenger. All drivers must attend the mandatory driver’s meeting and have a valid driver’s license.

Subject to change — always follow instructions from the instructor. All driving is at your own risk.

Accommodation during the Car Final

Secure your room — the weekend fills up quickly

Breakfast and participation in the Car Final are included. Dinner is also purchased.

Single room

Per night

from NOK 2.110,-

incl. breakfast & participation

Private room including breakfast and participation in the Car Final. Secure parking for show car available.

Double room

Per person, per night

from NOK 1.470,-

incl. breakfast & participation

Double room including breakfast and participation in the Car Final. Best deal if you come second.

Book on straand.no or contact the hotel on 35 06 90 00 · straand@straand.no. Exhibitors, clubs and retailers contact salg@straand.no.

See you in Vrådal — 25–27 September 2026

The program is updated continuously. Set the date, secure your room, and drive wisely. Do you have any questions? Call us on 35 06 90 00 or send an e-mail to straand@straand.no.