Cars

Shlomo Group turns to Indian technicians in NIS 50m service-center expansion

The Israeli automotive group opened its first new service center in Holon, saying trained Indian staff will work alongside local technicians to address a sector-wide labor gap.

The central garage in Holon, alongside certified garage workers from India.
Fast charging at a rate of 400 kW allows adding 370 km of range in 10 minutes.

801 km: What’s the price of the long-range crossover on the market?

BYD Seal 5 taxi.

Like nothing we’ve seen before: A new Chinese plug-in for NIS 79,000

Tesla did a good job disguising the steel wheels and plastic hubcaps.

Tesla Model 3 discounted version in Israel: Performance, range, and savings amid high fuel prices


Tesla Model Y with 6 seats in Israel: Don’t hold your breath about the price

The elongated Y has been stretched by 18 cm, promises space for six adults and a range of 681 km, but will cost from NIS 306,000 before not-cheap extras. How does it compare to its rivals?

Taller and longer, with a base weight of 2.1 tons.

Britons in Shock: Jaecoo 7 becomes UK’s best-selling car

Israel's top-selling crossover has become UK's best-seller, birthplace of Rolls-Royce and Land Rover. Chinese brands now hold 15% of UK market and are growing across Europe.

JAECOO 7 plug-in.

Subaru Crosstrek 2.5 liter: The escape trail

After 14 years, the Japanese crossover upgrades from a 2.0L to a 2.5L engine, adding 30 hp and improved real-world performance, while maintaining conservative 2026 balance tradition and modern.

In desert-sand color, the Crosstrek felt excellent on the Arava trails. It handled the road trip from the center comfortably.

Not just messages: WhatsApp becomes a smart in-car tool

WhatsApp updates its interface for Apple CarPlay systems. It now allows easier management of calls and contacts. The move comes about a week after ChatGPT was integrated into the driving system.

WhatsApp. A series of updates in recent months.

With F-16-style steering, the Lexus RZ electric arrives in Israel: From NIS 300,000

The Japanese crossover receives a facelift and a new sport version with a steering system not physically connected to the wheels, only electronically. Range and performance have been improved.

Lexus, the conservative brand, is trying to keep up with the Chinese.

Toyota Aygo X Hybrid: Beating the oil crisis with 24 km per liter

Just before a potential war with Iran is expected to push fuel prices in Israel higher, Toyota’s mini car arrives in the country with the Yaris hybrid power unit and a NIS 19,000 price increase.

The big change is on the inside, with a new front end so that everyone will notice.

What will we buy when we leave the safe room: New models launching soon

Walla and Maariv automotive supplement: Despite the sirens, the industry continues finalizing upcoming launches, with more hybrid and electric models alongside gasoline cars and a strong Korean wave.

Aion UT.

Fuel hasn't risen yet, and Israelis are already rushing to Tesla

A week before month-end, the Tesla Model Y leads best-sellers in Israel, with Tesla third overall. 10,000 Israelis collected new cars this month.

JAC 5: Surge in Deliveries with the Arrival of the Hybrid Version.

Ferrari keeps Middle East clients rolling by flying in its priciest models

Chartered Boeing 747 freighters depart from Italy to Gulf states amid regional conflict, delivering high-end cars directly to private clients.

Ferrari Testarossa

The renewed SEAT Ibiza and Arona in Israel: Prices say a lot about the car market

After a facelift, the updated SEAT Ibiza and Arona arrive in Israel. Prices remain unchanged: NIS 122,500 for Ibiza, NIS 133,000 for Arona.

Arona: The 1.0-liter will compete with the Chery Tiggo 4 hybrid.