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


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.

A 14.5-inch screen centralizes controls, including climate control. Try it on off-road jumps.

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.

JAC 5 Hybrid in the two-tone version.

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.

The EPU concept hinted at the configuration of the new pickup.

Nexperia chip crisis throws global auto supply chains into chaos again

Nexperia chip crisis leaves automakers exposed as China halts exports, cutting production and revealing reliance on low-tech components

 Semiconductor chips are seen on a circuit board of a computer in this illustration picture taken February 25, 2022.

Omoda 9 Plug-in: When the Chinese stop being shy

Omoda, Chery’s third brand, launches soon in Israel with its large, powerful model set to challenge the Sorento and Santa Fe - at an affordable Chinese price.

Umuda 9 Plug-in.

Chery Tiggo 9 Plug-In, 7 seats: A strong family SUV

After conquering the more affordable 7-seat market, the Chinese manufacturer aims higher with a larger, better-equipped model boasting over 400 horsepower, targeting even Korean crossovers.

Conservative design, not flashy.

Mitsubishi continues to shrink: ASX import discontinued

Mitsubishi stops the Japanese ASX; worldwide it’s replaced by a Renault Captur twin, which won’t come to Israel. Only Outlander and Eclipse Cross remain locally.

Mitsubishi ASX.

Good news for plug-in and hybrids: Benefit-in-kind value will not change

The Finance Ministry kept company car tax rules for 2026 unchanged; electric car benefits won’t rise despite falling sales. Will the purchase tax increase at year-end?

MG EHS Plug-in. Category under almost full Chinese control.

Tesla requires suppliers to avoid China-made parts for US cars, WSJ reports

Tesla is demanding that suppliers remove China-made parts from its US production lines amid threats of tariffs.

A Tesla service center in Los Angeles, California, US, November 6, 2025.

A Volvo straight from the factory for NIS 164,000: The importers’ 0-Km sales

Just before the end of the year, car importers are launching another wave of sales and discounts in an effort to clear out their storage lots. Prices - lower than ever - inside.

EX30. Tens of thousands of shekels below the new list price.