Cars
Tel Aviv to impose fines of up to NIS 1,000 on drivers for excessive honking
The system will initially be installed at 11 locations across the city, including the intersection of Bograshov and Tchernichovsky streets and the area around Rabin Square
Train, road disruptions expected across central Israel over next week, starting tonight
Miri Regev's unfulfilled promises: Eight transportation reforms that never happened
Flying cars: Tesla's new Roadster uses SpaceX thrusters to turn in the air, can drive upside down
Against the Toyota Yaris Cross: JAC 5 Hybrid, from NIS 155,000
The Chinese crossover, previously sold in petrol and electric versions, receives a hybrid version that is expected to be much more popular, with 228 hp.
Toyota revolution: Electric and Hybrid Land Cruiser pickup and Crossover
Reports from Japan say Toyota will use its legendary off-road name for two new models, built without a ladder frame, adding on-road abilities and a lower price.
Nexperia chip crisis throws global auto supply chains into chaos again
Nexperia chip crisis leaves automakers exposed as China halts exports, cutting production and revealing reliance on low-tech components
Omoda 9 Plug-in: When the Chinese stop being shy
Omoda, Chery’s third brand, launches soon in Israel with its large, powerful model set to challenge the Sorento and Santa Fe - at an affordable Chinese price.
Chery Tiggo 9 Plug-In, 7 seats: A strong family SUV
After conquering the more affordable 7-seat market, the Chinese manufacturer aims higher with a larger, better-equipped model boasting over 400 horsepower, targeting even Korean crossovers.
Mitsubishi continues to shrink: ASX import discontinued
Mitsubishi stops the Japanese ASX; worldwide it’s replaced by a Renault Captur twin, which won’t come to Israel. Only Outlander and Eclipse Cross remain locally.
Good news for plug-in and hybrids: Benefit-in-kind value will not change
The Finance Ministry kept company car tax rules for 2026 unchanged; electric car benefits won’t rise despite falling sales. Will the purchase tax increase at year-end?
Tesla requires suppliers to avoid China-made parts for US cars, WSJ reports
Tesla is demanding that suppliers remove China-made parts from its US production lines amid threats of tariffs.
A Volvo straight from the factory for NIS 164,000: The importers’ 0-Km sales
Just before the end of the year, car importers are launching another wave of sales and discounts in an effort to clear out their storage lots. Prices - lower than ever - inside.
Chinese IM launches in Israel: From NIS 205,000, competing with XPeng and German brands
SAIC's luxury division arrives with electric sedan and crossover models. What it offers that competitors don’t, and its ambitious sales target.