Cars
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.
A month after launch: Tesla surprises with name change for base Model 3
A lesson in pricing: First drive of the Honda ZR-V
Mazda CX-5 Turbo 4x4: Thirsty and enjoyable, we’ll miss it
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.
Sheratzky family to ring Nasdaq opening bell for Ituran’s 20th IPO anniversary
Ceremony in New York marks 30 years since the company’s founding as Co-CEO Eyal Sheratzky highlights ongoing investment in mobility technologies.
Alpine A290: How to launch a rocket without waking the neighbors
Air pollution standards that are tightening across Europe are pushing the hot hatch category toward electric. A first taste of the Alpine A290, the sporty version of the Renault 5.
The cheapest plug-in in Israel: BYD Atto 2 will cost NIS 155,000
The new crossover, competing with the Toyota Yaris Cross and the JAC 5, will be the only one in its segment to offer plug-in hybrid power.
Monaco car rental guide: practical tips & must-know rules
Practical guide to renting a car in Monaco, with driving, parking rules, and top rental options for tourists and investors exploring the principality.
From NIS 160,000: Toyota Corolla returns to Israel cheaper than before, but there’s a catch
The Corolla will be among Israel’s cheapest sedans until the 2026 redesign, but it loses the rear-seat AC vent and its radio uses American frequencies, limiting local station reception.
BYD Atto 2: First test of the Plug-In at NIS 150,000
Next week Israel launches the cheapest plug-in of its kind, fitting drivers who charge or don’t and anyone wanting a crossover with good quality and comfort. What fuel use did we get?
Jeep launches first electric off-road model: 650 HP and removable doors
The Recon aims to be an electric Wrangler, based on the Peugeot 3008 platform without a ladder frame or low-range gear. Here’s why we’re optimistic and its Israel arrival.
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.
