Mattel Unveils SDCC 2026 Hot Wheels Set Celebrating Stranger Things' Iconic Van Flip
Hold up, Stranger Things fans — Mattel is already prepping for San Diego Comic-Con 2026 with a jaw-dropping Hot Wheels exclusive. Yes, 2026! This surprising early announcement celebrates the beloved Netflix series' 10th anniversary, long before its final season even hits screens.
The new Hot Wheels diorama immortalizes one of Season 1's most iconic moments: Eleven unleashing her powers to send a Chevrolet van soaring. It's the definitive "van flip" scene, etched into pop culture history. Mattel faithfully recreates the mid-air chaos with a premium display. Not just the van, though — the set also features die-cast versions of Mike, Eleven, Dustin, and Lucas on their bikes, narrowly escaping the mayhem.
This premium set, priced at $40, will be available at Mattel's booth during SDCC 2026, July 23-26. Online sales through Mattel Creations will also kick off on July 23, 2026. Start planning your budgets now.
“Mattel is already prepping for San Diego Comic-Con 2026 with a jaw-dropping Hot Wheels exclusive.”
Catzye Take
Announcing an SDCC exclusive three years out is certainly a choice. It builds hype, yes, but also a long wait! Fans of Stranger Things will want to keep this on their radar for 2026, especially with the series' final season on the horizon.
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