The CAR 2026 sessions and exhibition will be held at the University Center of Pitesti (NUSTP), Romania.
University Center of Pitesti,
National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA
Department of Automobiles and Transport
Str. Tg. din Vale, 1
Pitesti-11140, Arges, ROMANIA
Travel
The nearest airport for the international traffic are the International Airport Henri Coanda - Bucharest.
If you prefer to travel by train, check the site of the Romanian Railway Company (CFR) for a train timetable.
Transport from the Airport
By car: You can reach Pitesti by driving on road CB, then the highway A1 (Bucharest - Pitesti)
By train: Tickets can be bought one hour before departure at the station, or in advance at the CFR booking office (CFR Agency). Supplements are payable on rapid and express train, for which seats must be reserved in advance.
By bus To travel by bus please contact a travel agency.
Climate
Pitesti has a temperate-continental climate with cold and relatively wet weather.
Time Zone
Pitesti is on Eastern European Time EET (GMT + 2h).
Foreign Exchange, Banking Facilities
The Romanian currency is the "Romanian Leu" (RON). Currency exchange booths are available at the airport terminals, railway stations, travel agencies, banks and various places in the city. Major credit cards are usually accepted in most hotels, restaurants and certain shops in the city. Obtaining cash against ATM or credit cards is very easy from the ATM cash machines that can be found at almost each bank office, hotel or on the street. For the actual official exchange rates please visit www.bnr.ro.
Electricity
The electricity is 230 V, 50 Hz. Japanese, UK, USA and other visitors: please note that Romania has European/continental-type electric plugs.
Liability and Insurance
The organisers cannot accept liability for any personal accidents, loss of belongings or damage to private property of participants and accompanying persons that may occur during the Congress. Participants are advised to make their own arrangements to obtain health, travel and property insurance before their departure.
Congress Language
The official language of the Congress is English.