Cars

From Leapmotor, Fiat, and Subaru to Jeep and Ferrari: A new CEO for Samelet

Gili Pariente will replace Shay Feldman as CEO of one of the country’s largest car importers.

Gili Pariente.
The German challenger: Larger than the Audi Q6, NIS 200,000 cheaper.

Xpeng G9 receives improved range and price cut of around NIS 30,000

There are almost no exterior differences, apart from a new spoiler and updated rims.

The renewed MG4: Longer range than Tesla, NIS 40,000 cheaper

Sportage Long.

The year of hybrids: Kia launches a better-equipped Niro and a cheaper Sportage


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.

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.

Nasdaq opening bell for Ituran’s 20th IPO anniversary

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 base is the Renault 5, which got a few upgrades but mainly went through a strict diet, clearly felt in the corners.

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.

BYD.

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.

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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.

Toyota Corolla 2026.

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?

The faux front skid plate distinguishes the plug-in version from the electric one.