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Israel's 2025 car market opened up with some 47,000 new cars

Israeli auto market sees 25% surge in January deliveries, with four Chinese brands in the top 10 – but electric vehicle sales decline for the first time in years

Noam Rhein | 02.06.25

Opel Combo gets rugged with new electric-assisted 4x4

The new all-wheel-drive system, powered by a rear electric motor, equips Opel’s commercial van for tougher terrains; Will it hit local roads? Details inside

Nir Ben Zaken | 02.02.25

Best and worst 2024 cars for safety: How did your favorite car fare

EURO NCAP’s crash test results for 2024 models highlight top-performing vehicles like Skoda Superb, Volkswagen Passat while flagging low performers such as Suzuki Swift and Dacia Duster; safety ratings based on occupant protection, child safety, pedestrian safety and active safety systems

Tomer Hadar, Calcalist | 01.20.25

Nissan’s financial woes push merger talks with Honda

Amid Nissan’s financial struggles, a potential merger with Honda is on the horizon, shaping up to be the biggest deal in the auto industry since the creation of Stellantis; Mitsubishi may also play a role in the emerging agreement

Noam Rhein | 12.18.24

Ferraris, Lamborghinis and a Rambo Lambo: Rebels uncover Assad’s luxury car fleet in Damascus Palace

As Assad's regime falls, his multi-million-dollar car collection faces an uncertain future; from rugged Toyotas to rare Ferraris, the eclectic fleet of the ousted Syrian dictator may meet the same fate as Gaddafi and Saddam’s vanished luxury vehicles

Tomer Hadar, Calcalist | 12.09.24

Pink fantasy: Clutching for survival, Jaguar promises to be original and sustainable

Automaker unveils concept for electric coupe offering glimpse into brand's future design direction, aiming to revitalize its image with a higher positioning than ever before; all the details

Nir Ben Zaken | 12.05.24

Electric cars dominate as Israel’s auto market bounces back from wartime slump

After a weak start to the year, Israel’s car market has almost fully recovered, with electric vehicles making up 24% of new sales; Chinese manufacturers lead the EV segment, while new brands shake up the market landscape

Noam Rhein | 12.03.24

Nissan faces survival crisis, may have just over a year without investor

Amid declining profits, layoffs and production cuts, Japanese automaker eyes deals with Honda and plans to reduce stakes in Mitsubishi to stay afloat as executives warn company may have 12-14 months left

Noam Rhein | 11.28.24

Honda reveals new Passport SUV model

Japanese auto manufacturer continues line of popular vehicle across the U.S. which Israeli importers still find hard to introduce in the country

Nir Ben Zaken | 11.19.24

The seven finalists for 'car of the year'

Title decided by 60 experts from 23 European countries to be announced in January at the Brussels Motor Show —Who’s our top pick?

Hillel Possek | 11.18.24

Crash test shock: Jeep's 'car of the year' fails to impress

EuroNCAP releases results from its latest round of crash tests; while five models earned the top safety rating, two struggled to meet expectations

Noam Rhein | 09.14.24

Turkey's export boycott hits Israeli car market

Importers will be compelled to find new suppliers, which will incur costs for integrating Israeli legal standards and higher transportation fees, while increasing Chinese-made options may provide only a temporary solution

Tomer Hadar, Calcalist | 08.05.24

XPeng G6 making its way to the top: a driving test

Chinese automaker introduces 3rd model in Europe and, in about a month, in Israel, targeting hottest category in EV market; first drive suggests it could be the big surprise of 2024

Noam Rhein | 06.27.24

Go remote: Israeli startup redefining autonomous cars

Ottopia CEO Amit Rosenzweig says true self-driving cars are far off, but new technologies his company developed allow remote drivers sitting in front of a computer to safely navigate them to wherever they need to go

Israel Wullman | 06.17.24

Turkish trade ban creates car shortage crisis for Israeli importers

Turkish President Erdogan's continued embargo on Israel has left car importers scrambling for solutions, with no immediate relief in sight; ongoing trade restrictions poised to significantly disrupt local sales market, exacerbating already critical situation for automotive industry

Yoel Schwartz | 06.03.24

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