Driving

Israeli man caught speeding on Highway 90 at 217 kph under the influence of drugs

Regardless of where the was, he would have been driving far above the speed limit; the fastest legal speed limit in Israel is 120 kph (75 mph), permitted on Highway 6.

Police detain 25-year-old Eilat resident after he was caught speeding on Highway 90 at 217km/h. Vehicle and speed readout pictured here.
Navigating American roads requires international travelers to understand local laws, rental car rules, and common driving challenges.

Road-safety lessons every international traveler should know before driving in the U.S.

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and her husband Paul Pelosi arrive to attend the State Dinner hosted by President Biden for India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House in Washington, U.S., June 22, 2023.

Paul Pelosi faces hit-and-run charge after vehicle strikes parked car in California

Man in handcuffs - illustrative

Ben-Gurion Airport police arrest Israeli TV celebrity for driving with an invalid license


Tesla Model 3 vs. China, Japan, Europe, and Korea: Who is really the cheapest?

The Model 3 Standard at NIS 192,000 competes with Hyundai Elantra, Škoda Octavia, Toyota Corolla, and Chery Arrizo. Who’s cheapest in real life, and what’s the catch?

Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD on a drive to Eilat and back.

An end to the chaos: Dozens of new branches for issuing international driving licenses

The Transport Ministry's new tender expands issuing stations to 58 across Israel, including near Ben Gurion Airport, after long shortages and traveler confusion.

Road Trip.

Sit tight for a moment, Honda has announced the ZR-V price in Israel

Honda’s hybrid answer to the Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson will be about 15% more expensive than them. In Europe, the gap stands at 5%.

Honda ZR-V.

A Chinese expert once said: That’s it, jokes about Chinese motorcycles are over

With a modern lineup full of features, competitive prices, and plenty of confidence, Zontes’ new models want to do for the two-wheeled market what BYD did for Tesla.

A manufacturer that produces almost everything in-house, from engine to frame. Zontes 703RR.

This is the car that explains why BYD overtook Tesla in sales

The Atto 2 is everything Elon Musk refuses to build: An affordable, easy-to-use electric crossover, without gimmicks or fake sounds. How does it perform on the road and suit Israeli drivers?

Many of the SUV-style cues associated with this car are about as meaningful as the rear spoiler. It’s mainly about standing out.

The new Tesla Model Y Performance has arrived in Israel and is NIS 45,000 more expensive

The new performance version of the world’s best-selling electric vehicle climbs to NIS 334,000, as Chinese manufacturers launch more and more powerful and cheaper electric crossovers.

Tesla Model Y Performance.

Updated Kia Sportage in Israel. The price didn’t change, so what did?

Tal-Car launches the facelifted European Sportage, which will now be available only in a reinforced and better-equipped hybrid version, without a gasoline-only option.

Updated Sportage. The main change is in the powertrain, which increased from 210 to 235 hp.

On top of JAC and Chery: MG 7-seater plug-in crossover at a bargain

The new S9 will cost tens of thousands of shekels less than the Chinese competitors, despite being larger than them. Prices, specifications, and where it excels over the Chery and JAC - and where it.

At almost 5 meters long, it should be able to carry 7 adults.

Hongqi launches electric crossover at NIS 180,000

The Chinese manufacturer, which started in Israel with a car priced at NIS 0.5M, begins selling the relatively large EHS5, with an official range of 550 km.

The front resembles the other models from the manufacturer, while the overall design is much more restrained.

Th new Renault Kangoo: The family vehicle you’re missing

The popular van returns to Israel, offering a spacious, practical family car under a workmanlike exterior, though some commercial-vehicle drawbacks remain.

Spacious, well-equipped, and comfortable. Only the performance and safety remind you that it’s a commercial vehicle.