Vehicle
Carasso Motors reports revenue surge to NIS 4.7B in H1 2026
Vehicle importer sees strong growth driven by core activities and Metro Motor consolidation, boosting Q2 market share to 16.8% despite regional conflict.
IDF strikes Syrian terrorist poised to carry out imminent terror attack on Israeli soldiers
After another Israeli child dies in hot car, Hatzalah asks parents to 'stop for one second'
Traffic accident in Mexico kills nine, leaves at least 10 injured, including four Americans
7 electric cars with 500 km for under NIS 200,000
The electric revolution reaches the mass market. In Israel, 7 models promise over 500 km range for under NIS 200,000, taking you from Haifa to Eilat without stopping.
The year of hybrids: Kia launches a better-equipped Niro and a cheaper Sportage
After hybrids’ market share jumped 20% in January to nearly a third of the market, Kia upgraded the Niro with EV-style features and launched a base long American-spec Sportage priced at NIS 190,000.
Forget the Metro: Israelis are “world champions” in shared scooters
Stuck in traffic without a subway, Israelis use e-scooters more than most, with 1 in 5 giving up their private car, a Dott survey finds.
A month after launch: Tesla surprises with name change for base Model 3
Tesla drops the “Standard” label, now simply calling it Rear Wheel Drive. The price, at NIS 192,000, remains unchanged.
China strikes back: The adventure bike challenging Yamaha
Behind the VOGE DS800X Rally’s camel-like design hides an adventure motorcycle unafraid of off-road riding, offering excellent value for money.
A lesson in pricing: First drive of the Honda ZR-V
Honda's new crossover, built on the Civic platform with a strong hybrid powertrain, competes with the Tucson and Sportage but is hindered by a Lexus-level price in Israel.
Mazda CX-5 Turbo 4x4: Thirsty and enjoyable, we’ll miss it
In an age of screens and batteries, the Mazda CX-5 Turbo reminds us some still want gasoline, emotion and simple ergonomics. Can it hide its age, and do 227 hp justify the fuel stops?
Just before the launch of the cheaper Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5 gets a price cut
The electric crossover is now offered in a base version with 570 km range, starting at NIS 215,000 - similar to last year’s 440 km model, which will no longer be imported.
Chery discounts its 7-seat plug-in SUV by nearly NIS 30,000
After MGS9 launched at NIS 190,000 and Jacco 8 at NIS 230,000, Chery launches the Tiggo 9 at NIS 218,000 with front-wheel drive, smaller battery, and less equipment.
An 11% drop in vehicle deliveries in January, Chinese brands gain strength
About 42,000 cars were registered in Israel in early 2026. Hyundai leads sales, Jaecoo ranks second ahead of Toyota and Kia, and the Jaecoo 7 is the top seller.
