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Chinese automakers seize a third of Israel’s car market

Importers report 283,587 new cars delivered in 11 months, up 9% year over year; Chinese brands capture one-third of the market as Toyota, Hyundai and Kia hold top spots and more than half of new vehicles feature electric or hybrid power

Noam Rhein | 12.03.25

Chinese oversupply, stalled EV sales put Israeli auto importers under pressure

Facing sluggish demand and tighter regulation, Israeli car importers race to offload excess Chinese inventory through mass registrations as scrutiny from the Competition Authority mounts

Tomer Hadar | 10.29.25

Porsche profits plunge 99% as EV gamble and Trump tariffs hit hard

Porsche reported a near €1 billion loss in the last quarter and a 99% profit collapse this year, hit by Trump’s tariffs and a troubled switch to electric cars; the luxury automaker also plans job cuts and dealership closures in China

Roi Zuckerman | 10.27.25

From fridges to EVs: Japan's Sharp reinvents itself with a bold move into electric cars

Compact minivan, called LDK+, is meant to serve as an extension of the home, functioning as a mobile space that can double as a movie room or office

Noam Rhein | 10.26.25

China’s BYD smashes Bugatti's speed record with 496 kph electric supercar

BYD’s Yangwang U9X hit 496.22 kph in Germany, shattering Bugatti’s 2019 record; with 3,027 horsepower from four motors, the limited-edition EV is now the world’s fastest car — and the driver’s screams tell the story

Noam Rhein | 09.21.25

Turkey’s Togg launches first EVs with eyes set on Europe

Togg is being promoted as Turkey’s national car by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who frequently appears with the vehicles and actively promotes them online

Tomer Hadar | 09.11.25

Aion returns to ISrael after a four-year absence

Chinese EV brand Aion launches in Israel with aggressive pricing and long warranties

Backed by auto giant GAC, Aion enters Israel with three all-electric models priced to undercut rivals; Union Motors will import the brand, aiming to challenge BYD, Geely, MG and others in the crowded EV market

Hillel Possek‏ | 09.05.25

Tesla unveils updated Model Y Performance — not yet in Israel

Tesla introduces an upgraded Model Y Performance with more power, improved acceleration, adaptive suspension, and enhanced design, promising dynamic driving without compromising range, though it’s currently for Europe only

Nir Ben Zaken | 09.01.25

Electric cars now top targets as Israel battles grand theft auto epidemic

Car theft in Israel is on the rise, with 18,076 vehicles stolen in 2024; Thieves now target electric cars for parts and resale, while insurers face soaring losses and police struggle with low conviction rates and outdated laws

Tomer Hadar, Calcalist | 08.20.25

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

With over 3,000 horsepower, this Chinese electric supercar is set to become the world’s most powerful

BYD to unveil an extreme Yangwang U9 variant with 3,018 hp, set to become the most powerful production car ever; here’s what we know so far

Nir Ben Zaken | 08.11.25

Another Chinese EV hits the market: JY Motors enters Israel with the Air model

Chinese automaker JY, formerly Yudo, launches its first electric sedan in Israel through parallel importer Automax; with full approval and competitive pricing, the Air aims to break into a crowded, quality-driven market

Nir Ben Zaken | 08.05.25

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

First drive: BYD Dolphin Surf brings electric spark to city streets

The Chinese automaker reshaping global car markets with record-breaking growth has joined the urban EV trend with the Dolphin Surf — its smallest and most affordable model yet in the Israeli showroom; first drive of a potential bestseller in the making

Nir Ben Zaken | 05.24.25

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