Vehicle

China strikes back: The adventure bike challenging Yamaha

Behind the VOGE DS800X Rally’s camel-like design hides an adventure motorcycle unafraid of off-road riding, offering excellent value for money.

The 799 cc parallel-twin engine is completely new, producing 95 hp. It’s simply an excellent engine, with plenty of torque across the rev range, delivering strong overtaking power.
Rounded design, not tough, and very different in landscape.

A lesson in pricing: First drive of the Honda ZR-V

The blacked-out grille and wheels refresh the veteran design.

Mazda CX-5 Turbo 4x4: Thirsty and enjoyable, we’ll miss it

Hyundai Ioniq.

Just before the launch of the cheaper Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5 gets a price cut


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.

Range Rover Sport P400: An off-road legend with an American accent

With Trump’s help, the Sport P400 arrives with a 400 hp supercharged engine, 0–100 km/h in 5.5 sec. Is it a true Sport, and is it still a Range Rover?

Range Rover P400 Sport. It can be premium and sporty, but it will always remind us of an off-road vehicle - and that’s a good thing.

Driving electric? The Mazda 6e is a prelude to the Chinese future of the car

Mazda’s first electric car is made in China by the company that once learned from Mazda and now teaches it EV development. We drove it just before Mazda’s next big move.

Strong presence, mainly in red. Mazda.

The small van competition reopens: Fiat Doblo discounted by NIS 15k–22k

With the Renault Kangoo back, Fiat reprices the Doblo, cutting its 5-year warranty to the 3-year standard, while prices align with Berlingo, City, and Combo rivals.

Fiat Doblo. But it could just as well be a Berlingo.

Kia EV2: Finally small electric crossover with long range

The production model has been unveiled, offering a maximum range of 448 km, something electric cars around four meters long usually do not get. When is it coming to Israel and how much might it cost.

KIA EV2.

Jerusalem man hit by light rail driver in training as storm causes widespread traffic accidents

A man in his 50s was evacuated to Hadassah-University Medical Center in serious condition after he was hit by the Jerusalem light rail hear the Shuafat light rail station.

United Hatzalah responded to a call after a man in his 50s was hit by the Jerusalem light rail in east Jerusalem on January 13, 2026.