Driving

Danny Kushmaro at the performance of the Three Tenors (who are actually four)

In the week Bajaj took over KTM, riding her three new dual-purpose motorcycles reminded us why the Indians agreed to pay nearly a billion euros for the iconic Austrian company.

The small, little Adventure is the kind of talented type that can do almost everything.
MG5 Station.

Crazy year: European electric family car from the wrappers for NIS 110,000

The base is the Renault 5, which got a few upgrades but mainly went through a strict diet, clearly felt in the corners.

Alpine A290: How to launch a rocket without waking the neighbors

A continuous screen layout across the cabin in the equipped versions.

From NIS 300,000: The new electric Mercedes CLA is cheaper than the previous gasoline version


Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Hybrid: The price is excellent, but what about the car?

The new small Chinese crossover aims to fix the gasoline model’s weak performance and fuel economy with a stronger, more efficient powertrain - at least on paper.

Shiny front taken from the bigger siblings, Tiggo 7 and 8.

The cheapest plug-in in Israel: BYD Atto 2 will cost NIS 155,000

The new crossover, competing with the Toyota Yaris Cross and the JAC 5, will be the only one in its segment to offer plug-in hybrid power.

BYD.

From NIS 160,000: Toyota Corolla returns to Israel cheaper than before, but there’s a catch

The Corolla will be among Israel’s cheapest sedans until the 2026 redesign, but it loses the rear-seat AC vent and its radio uses American frequencies, limiting local station reception.

Toyota Corolla 2026.

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.

Fiat 500 Hybrid unveiled: 65 HP, 0–100 km/h in 17.3 seconds

The small petrol-to-electric Fiat 500 Hybrid, weaker than the Panda with a mild hybrid and manual gearbox, arrives as sales decline. Can it compete with popular Chinese mini EVs in Europe?

At least a manual version/system is back.

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.

BYD Atto 2 Electric lands in Israel: 430 km, from NIS 149,000

Electric car prices are falling as the Atto 3’s smaller sibling offers better range, similar features, and a much lower price than the JAECOO 5, Chery FX, and Deepal 05, intensifying the price war.

Mature and updated design compared to the Atto 3.

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.

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.

Toyota launches hybrid, electric, and Hydrogen Hilux: What will we get in Israel?

The ninth generation of the popular pickup receives safety upgrades, a new front design, and new powertrain options, though mostly theoretical for us.

The body is based on the previous model, the single cab was discontinued, and there is a new front