Vehicle

An 11% drop in vehicle deliveries in January, Chinese brands gain strength

About 42,000 cars were registered in Israel in early 2026. Hyundai leads sales, Jaecoo ranks second ahead of Toyota and Kia, and the Jaecoo 7 is the top seller.

Hyundai Kona. The best-selling hybrid, which helped Hyundai maintain its lead.
Looks great and cohesive, thanks to Land Rover and Audi for the inspiration.

JAC 8: 7-Seater plug-in hybrid with 430 HP

Porsche Hybrid.

The country where the Porsche 911 is the queen of sales

A challenge to Volvo’s cross-country models? Off-road versions also for the GV60, GV70, and GV80.

In the Emirates of all places: Genesis unveils an off-road monster with a V8 and 1,000 horsepower


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.

Red traffic light saves stroke victim's life in Rishon Lezion

A passing Magen David Adom paramedic saved the life of 75-year-old Moshe Ami Benita, who suffered a stroke while stopped at a red light in Rishon Lezion during a routine drive home.

A Magen David Adom mobile intensive care unit and paramedic, June 2, 2025; illustrative.

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”.

From the signs of World War III: Renault to produce attack drones for the French army

During World War II carmakers built tanks and bombers. Now it’s happening again: At the request of France’s Defense Ministry, Renault will produce up to 600 long-range drones a month at two plants.

Turgis Gaillard AAROK UAV.

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.