Cars

The cheapest supermini in Israel: The new Citroën C3

The small French C3 with a crossover style costs NIS 115,000 for the mild-hybrid automatic and also attracts Kia Picanto buyers, with a surprisingly affordable manual version available.

The mild-hybrid engine delivers a fuel consumption of 20 km/l according to the European standard.
Driving (Illustrative photo)

Belgian 12-year-old caught driving in place of drunk father while sober mother sat in back seat

Hybrid Bigster: From NIS 160,000.

Sale: Hybrid Duster for NIS 150,000, Sandero for NIS 104,000

The Model 3 is the Ford T of electric cars. Tesla updates it externally with the same caution that Volkswagen once updated the Beetle.

Tesla claims model 3 can travel to Eilat and back without charging. Is that true? We checked


BYD Atto 2: First test of the Plug-In at NIS 150,000

Next week Israel launches the cheapest plug-in of its kind, fitting drivers who charge or don’t and anyone wanting a crossover with good quality and comfort. What fuel use did we get?

The faux front skid plate distinguishes the plug-in version from the electric one.

Jeep launches first electric off-road model: 650 HP and removable doors

The Recon aims to be an electric Wrangler, based on the Peugeot 3008 platform without a ladder frame or low-range gear. Here’s why we’re optimistic and its Israel arrival.

A 14.5-inch screen centralizes controls, including climate control. Try it on off-road jumps.

Against the Toyota Yaris Cross: JAC 5 Hybrid, from NIS 155,000

The Chinese crossover, previously sold in petrol and electric versions, receives a hybrid version that is expected to be much more popular, with 228 hp.

JAC 5 Hybrid in the two-tone version.

Toyota revolution: Electric and Hybrid Land Cruiser pickup and Crossover

Reports from Japan say Toyota will use its legendary off-road name for two new models, built without a ladder frame, adding on-road abilities and a lower price.

The EPU concept hinted at the configuration of the new pickup.

Nexperia chip crisis throws global auto supply chains into chaos again

Nexperia chip crisis leaves automakers exposed as China halts exports, cutting production and revealing reliance on low-tech components

 Semiconductor chips are seen on a circuit board of a computer in this illustration picture taken February 25, 2022.

Omoda 9 Plug-in: When the Chinese stop being shy

Omoda, Chery’s third brand, launches soon in Israel with its large, powerful model set to challenge the Sorento and Santa Fe - at an affordable Chinese price.

Umuda 9 Plug-in.

Chery Tiggo 9 Plug-In, 7 seats: A strong family SUV

After conquering the more affordable 7-seat market, the Chinese manufacturer aims higher with a larger, better-equipped model boasting over 400 horsepower, targeting even Korean crossovers.

Conservative design, not flashy.

Mitsubishi continues to shrink: ASX import discontinued

Mitsubishi stops the Japanese ASX; worldwide it’s replaced by a Renault Captur twin, which won’t come to Israel. Only Outlander and Eclipse Cross remain locally.

Mitsubishi ASX.

Good news for plug-in and hybrids: Benefit-in-kind value will not change

The Finance Ministry kept company car tax rules for 2026 unchanged; electric car benefits won’t rise despite falling sales. Will the purchase tax increase at year-end?

MG EHS Plug-in. Category under almost full Chinese control.

Tesla requires suppliers to avoid China-made parts for US cars, WSJ reports

Tesla is demanding that suppliers remove China-made parts from its US production lines amid threats of tariffs.

A Tesla service center in Los Angeles, California, US, November 6, 2025.