Vehicles

The Israeli Ministry of Finance is reviewing tax benefits for plug-in hybrid vehicles amid surging corporate fleet sales, while major local auto importers expand into renewable energy projects.

Chinese automakers are flooding export markets with ultra-competitive electric and plug-in vehicles, driving down car prices in Israel and offering budget-friendly alternatives amid rising living costs.

A new Ithuran study for the first three quarters of 2026 reveals that 56% of car thefts use OBD port hacking. Gush Dan leads thefts, and 367 criminal rings were arrested.

Geely announced a special four-day sales event in Israel for Sukkot, featuring list-price trade-in guarantees, interest-free financing, and the launch of updated electric and plug-in hybrid models.

Google has officially launched a gaming feature for Android Auto, bringing around 30 casual games to car screens with a strict requirement that the vehicle remains in park.

Dozens of drivers claim contaminated fuel at a Mitzpe Ramon gas station severely damaged their cars. Delek Israel activated its insurance to cover repairs despite disputed lab test results.

Ford is recalling 223,472 F-150 pickup trucks in the U.S. from model years 2023 to 2027 due to improperly secured fuel tanks that pose fire and detachment risks.

The Israeli Ministry of Finance has published a draft order to overhaul taxation and trade in the taxi industry, introducing a 120,000 NIS ceiling on purchase tax exemptions, stricter usage quotas, and formal regulation for taxi brokers.

Shlomo Group launches Shlomo NEW, a 15-million-shekel showroom network offering zero-kilometer cars, trade-ins, financing, and maintenance services across Israel.

The Ministry of Transport is expected to soon publish new guidelines for vehicle importers and garages, against the backdrop of rising cyber threats and concerns over the information that smart vehicles transmit to servers abroad. Simultaneously, vehicle importers are preparing for another wave of electric models from China, including premium models from Voyah, Denza, XPENG, and Zeekr. Also...

The fire broke out in the industrial zone, and firefighting teams are working on the scene to prevent it from spreading to an adjacent lot. Gas cylinders exploded and high-voltage lines were damaged, but there is no danger to residents. Station commander: "We scrambled teams from neighboring districts to prevent further damage."

Police forces and the Land Enforcement Authority raided a business and seized dozens of keys to additional vehicles. The operation was carried out following a court order, as authorities are now advancing a procedure for a heavy fine against the site's owners.

Official import data for July show sharp increases in the purchase of vehicles and certain electrical appliances, alongside particularly surprising data in the cigarette and fuel market in Israel.

The Ministry of Transport has launched a digital service allowing vehicle owners to pre-block ownership transfers at Israel Post branches to protect against identity theft and document forgery.

The Lod District Court has ruled that Champion Motors and Volkswagen must compensate vehicle owners for repairs related to a serial gear selector defect. The companies are required to cover repair costs and emotional damages.

Tesla's two best-selling models are being investigated following a series of complaints about a suspension system failure. If a repair is required, it will affect nearly 1.2 million Model 3 and Model Y vehicles.

The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a preliminary investigation into 1.2 million Tesla vehicles following reports of suspension failures that could lead to loss of steering control.