Driving
The new Compass on the road: Our first drive
The new crossover from the company that invented off-road vehicles receives a European DNA injection, looking tough and surprisingly good on the road. But one basic element is missing.
Israel Police admit concern over increasing number of officers driving under the influence - N12
Danny Kushmaro at the performance of the Three Tenors (who are actually four)
Crazy year: European electric family car from the wrappers for NIS 110,000
Alpine A290: How to launch a rocket without waking the neighbors
Air pollution standards that are tightening across Europe are pushing the hot hatch category toward electric. A first taste of the Alpine A290, the sporty version of the Renault 5.
From NIS 300,000: The new electric Mercedes CLA is cheaper than the previous gasoline version
Mercedes’ most affordable sedan offers 540 km range. The extended-range version, set to be Israel’s longest-range EV, will start at NIS 370,000.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
