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The lies car salesmen tell to get you to buy an EV

Israel’s car market faces a glut of unsold electric cars, as importers use misleading claims about charging speed, smartphone connectivity and trade-in deals, while selling outdated models

Tomer Hadar/Calcalist | 08.14.25

Western car brands wiped out in Israeli EV market as Chinese automakers crush competition

Tomer Hadar/Calcalist | 07.31.25

Chinese carmakers set off new battle for Israel’s auto market

Chinese brands Jaecoo and Chery, imported by rival Israeli firms, enter a high-stakes battle for dominance in the local auto market, with budget-friendly crossovers, aggressive pricing and a growing share of electric and hybrid sales driving the clash

Tomer Hadar | 07.22.25

Chinese regulators prohibit One-Pedal Driving feature in new electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles starting January, citing safety concerns

Tomer Hadar | 07.17.25

Israel’s largest auto importer expands to Europe, Delek Motors acquires Eurodrive

Colmobil to debut Jaecoo and Omoda brands in Austria following record sales in Israel, while Delek Motors expands into leasing and two-wheeled vehicle markets with full acquisition of Eurodrive

Noam Rhein | 07.12.25

Stuck in the 80s: Why Iranian cars are all from a bygone era

Footage from Iran’s war zones reveal a car culture frozen in time, shaped by sanctions, self-reliance and politics; From aging Peugeots to Chinese imports, Iran’s auto industry tells the story of a country improvising under pressure—and proud of it

Tomer Hadar, Calcalist | 06.18.25

Tesla pivots from carmaker to autonomous platform

Facing slowing sales and rising competition, Tesla is shifting focus from hardware to recurring service revenue; Inspired by Apple’s transformation, Elon Musk is steering the company toward autonomous transport, energy ecosystems, and AI, with robotaxis at the center of the plan

Moran Chamsi | 06.01.25

Why do the British still drive on the left? A frustrated Israeli seeks answers

To understand why the British drive on the 'wrong' side, you have to go back to the age of knights on horseback; for Israelis in London, it’s a daily hazard—but the Brits have no plans to switch, even when cars take to the skies

Einav Schiff | 05.20.25

The Oshkosh JLTV - Like an F-35 without wings

The Oshkosh JLTV, a next-gen military vehicle, combines advanced protection, mobility, and cutting-edge technology; with its imposing design and robust capabilities, it’s a game-changer for Israel's defense forces in the ongoing conflict

Nir Ben Zaken | 05.01.25

Chery’s luxury and off-road divisions reveal bold SUV concepts

Automaker unveils the Phecda luxury SUV concept and Jetour's off-road G900 prototype, both showcasing bold designs, advanced hybrid tech and ultra-fast charging capabilities

Nir Ben Zaken | 04.27.25

First drive: Rolls-Royce Spectre redefines electric luxury

The Spectre set out to match its gasoline predecessors in luxury and dominance—and may have surpassed them; its success begs the question: In a world with electric opulence like this, who still needs a gas-guzzling V12?

Nir Ben Zaken | 04.26.25

'By the end of the decade, autonomous cars will drive using artificial intelligence'

Is regulation holding back autonomous cars, how can transportation systems be protected from cyberattacks and when will the flying car arrive? We found the people designing the future of mobility

Noam Rhein | 04.16.25

Coming in 2026: The most intriguing car models to watch out for

The automotive world gears up for 2026 with groundbreaking electric vehicles, retro revivals and cutting-edge tech, reshaping the future of driving

Noam Rhein | 04.16.25

Crash test show vulnerabilities in Chinese cars

EuroNCAP awards seven vehicles five-star safety ratings, but hidden defects spark debate over whether top scores truly reflect real-world safety risks

Noam Rhein | 04.13.25

Charge wars: Chinese automakers race to develop ultra-fast EV charging

Chinese automakers’ breakneck pace in ultra-fast charging tech reshapes EV competition, with infrastructure questions threatening to ignite a global charging speed war

Tomer Hadar | 04.03.25

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