Cars

The solar roof is coming to your EV: How much range will you get and at what cost?

Nissan has unveiled a solar roof for its electric crossover Ariya and calculated how much extra range it could provide each day for drivers in London, Barcelona, or Dubai. But what about Tel Aviv?

“Even the hood generates electricity”.
Tesla will halt production of the Model X and Model S, two of their most popular models.

Elon Musk’s Tesla halts production of Model X, Y to focus on ‘autonomous future’ in 2026

Ibiza and i20. From NIS 40,000 for purchase.

How much are Hyundai i20 and SEAT Ibiza sold for, first-hand from a lieutenant colonel?

Waymo. Wide U.S. rollout.

The race for the autonomous car reaches its peak – Google’s big announcement


'West Bank-ification?' Police investigate Negev arson spree as Bedouin tensions intensify

Multiple vehicles were torched in Negev towns overnight, with police linking the incidents to reprisals following ongoing operations in nearby Bedouin communities.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir tour at the Bedouin town of Tarabin al-Sana, in southern Israel, December 28, 2025.

Smarter: Smart launches enlarged electric crossover over NIS 220,000

The Chinese-German brand launches its third and largest crossover. Top Brabus version has 600+ hp for NIS 300,000. Competitors and launch discounts detailed.

Smart 5.

BYD Sealion 5 in its first Israeli test: How economical is it really?

Walla & Ma'ariv Auto: At NIS 167,000, BYD's base plug-in crossover defies myths - economical even without charging and cheaper than all rivals.

"The design strongly resembles that of the Atto 3 electric.

The best-selling car in Israel now has a better competitor in the same showroom

Calmobil launched Omoda, Chery Group’s third brand in Israel. The Omoda 7 Plug-in is a larger, better-equipped twin of the JAC 7, while Omoda 9 is even bigger.

A more refined front than the dramatic JAC.

BAIC arrives in Israel: Kaduri to import the "Chinese jeep"

Skiwell importer will also bring BAIC, which alongside conventional gasoline crossovers will launch three intriguing off-road models here, two with ladder frames, one with seven seats.

BJ30. Hybrid with All-Wheel Drive.

Man killed during car accident marks 450th death in 2025, making deadliest year in last two decades

Of those 450 victims, the highest number of people (32%) were driving their own vehicle, while pedestrians were also an important victim, representing 27% of the deaths.

The scene of a car accident involving a minibus and a private car with injuries that were evacuated by Magen David Adom Ambulances, route 98, southern Golan Heights, September 29, 2025.

In Israel: The electric pickup that costs one-third of the Tesla Cybertruck - and isn’t Chinese

KGM launches the Musso EV in Israel, a NIS 240,000 electric pickup cheaper than Japanese diesel rivals, with RWD or AWD and a 10-year or 1,000,000-km battery warranty.

Driver area: twin 12.3-inch screens, like in a private car.

The new Compass on the road: Our first drive

The new crossover from the company that invented off-road vehicles receives a European DNA injection, looking tough and surprisingly good on the road. But one basic element is missing.

Rugged design that successfully masks the mechanical connection to the Peugeot 3008 and Opel Grandland.

Surprise: Ford to launch a smaller, hybrid Bronco for Europe

After the U.S. success of the new off-road vehicle, Ford will make a smaller crossover in Spain, expected here soon. Ford also plans a new Mustang sedan.

Rendering: This is what the European Bronco might look like.

Israeli importers continue expanding into Europe: Freesbe to sell Chery in Austria

After selling 25,000 Chery cars in Israel, the importer got its first license to sell Chery abroad, following Chery’s approach with Colmobil, JAC’s importer.

Agreement Signing: Oren Elezra, CEO of Frisbi Automotive, and Jeff Zhang, Vice President of Chery International.