Traffic

Israel Police issue over 4,000 tickets in crackdown on dangerous, distracted driving

Drivers were captured on camera engaging in offenses such as distracted driving, using a cellphone while driving, and speeding, with many of the traffic infractions being repeat offenses.

A driver caught using their cellphone while driving during Israel Police’s enforcement campaign aimed at cracking down on traffic offenses across Israel.
Security and rescue forces at the scene of a bus accident in central Tel Aviv, May 18, 2026.

'A national issue': Police to launch nationwide crackdown on dangerous drivers, road violations

Police patrol on Road 1 near Jerusalem, on February 8, 2026.

Eilat Police officer indicted for allegedly falsifying traffic tickets

Scene of a major car accident on Highway 77 in northern Israel, May 3, 2026.

Three killed, four injured in car accident in northern Israel, fourth fatal accident in single day


Colorado man puts dog in driver's seat, blames dog for speeding - report

The dog is currently being taken care of by an acquaintance of its owner, the driver.

 Israel Police.

Chrysler-parent Stellantis recalls 219,000 Jeep SUVs over fire risks

NHTSA said owners should follow Stellantis' advice and park outside until the recall is developed and owners get repairs.

 A staff member cleans a Jeep Gladiator pickup truck displayed at the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) booth during the second China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, China November 6, 2019.

Israeli traffic light with conflicting instructions confuses drivers

Drivers were confronted with conflicting instructions at the intersection in Kiryat Ono.

 Traffic light displaying green.

Grapevine: Road reminders

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LGBT flag on Jerusalem's King George Street, July 31, 2018

DAN, Kyndryl work to bring network of fast lane toll roads to Israel’s metropolitan centers

By allowing travel at speeds of at least 70km/h on the dedicated fast lanes, the project is expected to significantly reduce the time people spend in traffic jams.

Heavy traffic jam on the Ayalon highway in Tel Aviv due to construction work, on June 11, 2020

Grapevine: Uncomfortable abode

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 HAPOEL JERUSALEM players celebrate on the court following their 67-61 victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv in the State Cup final last Thursday.

Traffic is bad for your heart's health – study

According to the WHO, untreated hypertension can lead to a myriad of conditions like Angina, heart attacks, heart failure, irregular heartbeat and sudden death.

 A traffic jam during the holiday season in Jal el-Dib, Lebanon, on December 22, 2022. Psychologists say traffic congestion may be a contributing factor to road rage.

Grapevine: Emek oops

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Israel Postal Company mailbox

Women involved in just one-tenth of fatal road accidents - CBS

Israeli data shows that women constitute just 11% of victims in fatal road accidents.

According to the recently-published Central Bureau of Statistics Social Survey for 2019, among Jewish residents of Israel ages 20 and older, about half (49%) think there is sufficient parking in the area where they live

Grapevine: Jerusalem of conferences

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 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seen speaking alongside the leaders of the Conference of Presidents, in Jerusalem, on February 19, 2023.