Vehicle

Savings plan: The new Citroën C3 vs. Skoda Fabia

The vehicle supplement of Walla and Maariv compares the two cheapest superminis in Israel: The Citroën C3 and Skoda Fabia, in a test that also reflects two different approaches to cost reduction.

The Citroën has the height of a crossover vehicle, which also makes getting in and out easier.
Original coupe-crossover design, with brushed concrete color enhancing it (an extra NIS 3,000).

First drive in the Omoda 9

Different front-end design for the electric version.

The closest thing to Chinese rivals: Hyundai Kona Electric launched at NIS 175K

Updated and Raised Version Inspired by Atto 3 Design.

BYD Atto plug-in: First test and review of the crossover


The renewed SEAT Ibiza and Arona in Israel: Prices say a lot about the car market

After a facelift, the updated SEAT Ibiza and Arona arrive in Israel. Prices remain unchanged: NIS 122,500 for Ibiza, NIS 133,000 for Arona.

Arona: The 1.0-liter will compete with the Chery Tiggo 4 hybrid.

With gasoline engine and all-wheel drive, the new Mazda CX-5 launches in Israel

The fourth generation of the popular crossover is larger and better equipped, already showing a major advantage over Chinese models. Price: from NIS 190,000.

Permanent all-wheel drive and a 21 cm ground clearance give the CX-5 basic off-road capability.

BYD responds to Tesla: NIS 20k-25k discounts on electric cars

With rising competition in China, BYD cuts prices: Seal sedan down NIS 20,000, Sealion 7 up to NIS 25,000. Base models now start below NIS 200,000.

Seal sedan. No longer far in price from a fully equipped Hyundai Elantra.

After 30 years: Audi has stopped producing Netanyahu’s armored vehicle

Production of the Audi A8 has ended in Germany. The sedan never matched the Mercedes S-Class or BMW 7 Series, and Israel’s Shin Bet must now choose a new PM vehicle.

The Prime Minister’s motorcade in Jerusalem, the A8 is escorted by a Toyota Land Cruiser of the security team.

Toyota Aygo X Hybrid lands: 26 km/L, NIS 124,000

Price rises NIS 18,000 despite tax benefit; base model keeps steel wheels. Can the most fuel-efficient non-plug-in Aygo compete with the Picanto?

The black roof upgrades the look, but only on the higher trim level.

In the midst of war: The Defense Ministry purchases combat vehicles for $26M

The procurement delegation signed a new agreement to purchase dozens of armored JLTV combat vehicles, known as Pereh in the IDF.

JLTV vehicle that arrived in the country by flight.

Geo Mobility to provide replacement vehicles for citizens whose cars were damaged in the war

The initiative is open to all drivers in Israel, regardless of the type of vehicle they own. The importer will provide dozens of company vehicles for two-week use at no cost.

Missile Impact Site in Beit Shemesh.

Chery Group tops car sales in Israel, Hyundai-Kia follows closely

Chinese brands gain a 40% share in Israel. Toyota leads via parallel imports, JAECOO closes in, with a tight race for the country’s best-selling model.

JAECOO 5 climbs for the first time to fifth place, with electric, hybrid, and gasoline models.

Aprilia RS 457 and Tuono 457: A track test review

Aprilia returns with two lightweight models that deliver real riding fun and a genuine feel, even for an aging rider tucked into a race stance, far from any budget compromise.

The target audience for this motorcycle is mainly younger, less experienced riders, and this slim Italian knows it well, inspiring a strong sense of confidence in the rider.

MG S5 electric road test: How time flies

Six years ago, a 263 km-range Chinese electric crossover was a hit. Its successor shows how quickly EVs have advanced and how they are catching up with gasoline and hybrid models.

Good-looking but dull. At least there are interesting colors to choose from.