Electric cars

Trinity Rental Owner on Dubai car culture and the future of gas-powered cars

Aleksandr Matiashov, owner of Trinity Rental, on building a luxury car fleet in Dubai, celebrity clients, EVs vs V12s and advice for new entrepreneurs.

How Aleksandr Matiashov built a luxury car rental business in Dubai.
IDF officers and individuals in civilian clothing stand next to Chinese-manufactured MG SZ Electric Vehicles belonging to the IDF Kirya Headquarters security patrol, 2021; illustrative.

IDF still uses Chinese-made vehicles at Kirya despite security concerns

A driver resting in his electric truck while charging it at a station in Beijing, April 23, 2026.

China's export of electric trucks across Asia spikes, as Iran war fuels higher oil costs

Autobrains test vehicle in Munich.

'Unique self-driving': Israel's Autobrains launches robotaxi pilot in Munich with Uber and Nvidia


BYD Atto 3 EV gets a price cut to NIS 155,000 and gains more range

Israel's former best-selling EV returns upgraded and cheaper: NIS 155,000 for 510 km range; 165,000 for AWD 3.9s 0–100 km/h performance upgrade EVs.

The rear spoiler has been split, and the trunk capacity has increased by 10% to 490 liters.

BMW iX3 electric: On range and the catch

The iX3 is BMW’s most important recent model, built on a new electric platform for future cars. We tested it on a long drive, including on Germany’s autobahns.

BMW has stopped enlarging its kidney grilles and returned to its roots, adding retro touches.

Electric car like an F-16: Lexus RZ updated with longer range and steer-by-wire system

Electric Lexus RZ facelift adds extended range and aircraft-style steer-by-wire yoke steering. How does it drive, and why is Japan’s EV finally challenging Chinese rivals in markets today.

Many sporty cues, but not overly flashy.

Ferrari unveils its first electric car

More than 1,000 hp, 0–100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and a price above NIS 7M: Ferrari’s new electric Luce was designed with Jony Ive and is unlike any Ferrari before.

Reminiscent of the Ferrari 458 from the rear.

All city buses in Eilat and Kiryat Shmona will be replaced with electric buses

Egged and Transport Ministry will convert two more cities to zero-emission public transport by end-2026. By year-end, Egged will operate 900 electric buses in Israel, including 200 intercity buses.

Egged electric buses.

Now it’s official: The Citroën 2CV is returning as an affordable electric car

Citroën confirms the return of the 2CV as an affordable EV. Due in 2028, it will stay true to the original’s lightweight spirit, with teaser images showing familiar design cues.

Partial image of the new model revealed by Citroën.

Ferrari unveils first fully electric four-door Luce with over 1,000 horsepower

Ferrari launched its first fully electric car, the four-door Luce, featuring 1,000+ horsepower, a 500km. range, family-friendly design, and high-tech luxury for $640K.

Ferrari's first fully electric car "Luce" in this handout image obtained by Reuters May 25, 2026, after the luxury sports car maker unveiled the model.

Which used electric car do Israelis want most: Tesla, Geely or BYD?

Tesla Model 3 leads Israel’s used EV search rankings, while demand for electric vehicles rises 23% in a year, according to Yad2 data showing shifting preferences in the local car market.

Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive.

At NIS 138,000: BYD launches the cheapest plug-in in Israel

New base Atto 2 plug-in with smaller battery, less equipment and NIS 12,000 price cut. Electric range drops 90 to 40 km. Buyers who rarely charge seeking affordable hybrid or company car tax benefit.

BYD Atto 2 plug-in.

Electric-car-inspired design: The updated Kia Stonic from NIS 130,000

Small crossover gets updated design and equipment without powertrain changes, with a price cut of several thousand shekels to compete with the refreshed SEAT Arona and Chery Tiggo 4.

Kia Stonic.