Ministry of Transport
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Ministry of Transport, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Two-Week Traffic Disruptions Begin on Tel Aviv's KKL Bridge for Safety Repairs
Tel Aviv's KKL Bridge will undergo two weeks of safety repairs starting Saturday night, causing lane closures and heavy traffic. West-to-east lanes close first until August 21, th…
Israeli Transport Ministry Launches Refunds for Public Transit Pass Holders During Operation Guardian of the Walls
The Israeli Ministry of Transport is refunding public transit users who held monthly or student passes during Operation Guardian of the Walls when services were reduced. Refunds c…
Yokneam Mayor Outlines Ambitious Growth and Innovation Plans Amid Nvidia Campus Move to Nearby Kiryat Tivon
Yokneam Illit's mayor embraces Nvidia's new campus in nearby Kiryat Tivon as an opportunity, unveiling plans for over 14,000 new homes and urban renewal to accommodate growth. He…
Israel’s Transportation Ministry Begins Refunds for Reduced Public Transit Service After ‘Lion’s Roar’ Strike
Israel’s Ministry of Transportation is launching a refund program for public transit users affected by service cuts during the "Lion’s Roar" strike four months ago. Eligible month…
Israel Deploys AI-Powered Smart Traffic Lights Saving Drivers Two Work Weeks Annually
Israel has deployed around 170 AI-driven adaptive traffic lights on intercity roads, cutting average wait times by 10 minutes per trip and saving drivers up to two work weeks annu…
Israel Excludes Brake and Tire Pollution from New Vehicle Tax Formula Due to Lack of Data
Israel's new vehicle tax credit formula excludes brake and tire pollution due to a lack of emission data, raising taxes on some hybrid models. The Tax Authority cited the absence…
Tel Aviv's KKL Bridge Closes for Two Weeks of Major Safety Repairs
Tel Aviv's KKL Bridge will close for two weeks starting August 15 for major safety and maintenance work, causing significant traffic disruptions and public transport changes. The…
Israeli Police Begin Breathalyzer Checks on Watercraft Operators in Eilat
Israeli maritime police in Eilat detained three men suspected of boating under the influence of alcohol, suspending their licenses and preparing to file charges under new enforcem…
Audi Launches Third-Generation Q7 SUV in Israel Starting at 690,000 Shekels
Champion Motors has launched the third-generation Audi Q7 SUV in Israel, available initially with a 3.0-liter V6 diesel engine in two trims. Prices start at 690,000 shekels, with…
Israeli Transport Ministry CEO Conducts Undercover Bus Inspections Amid Service Complaints
Moshe Ben Zaken, CEO of Israel's Ministry of Transport, has gone undercover as a bus inspector to conduct surprise inspections amid public complaints about poor bus service. The m…
Israel Launches $250 Million Integrated Transport Hub to Ease Dan Region Traffic
Israel is investing over 250 million shekels in a new integrated transport hub near Highway 40 to alleviate heavy traffic in the Dan metropolitan area. The project includes electr…
Haifa, Acre, and Hadera Lead Israeli Cities in Child Road Accident Risks During Summer
In summer 2025, 379 Israeli children under 14 were injured in road accidents, with Haifa, Acre, and Hadera identified as the most dangerous cities per capita. Or Yarok calls for u…
Israel's Transport Ministry Releases New Vehicle Pollution Formula Impacting Hybrid Car Taxes
Israel's Ministry of Transport introduced a new vehicle pollution formula that tightens emission standards, especially affecting hybrid car tax benefits. Although new pollution fa…
Israel Prepares for Yom Kippur 2026 with Fasting Times and Traditions
Yom Kippur 2026 in Israel begins at sunset on September 20 and ends after nightfall on September 21, with fasting times varying by city. Schools close for the holiday, and public…
Bus Driver Smashes Window After Dispute With Passenger on Ashdod to Modi'in Illit Route
A bus driver on the Ashdod-Modi'in Illit route smashed a window after a dispute with a passenger who requested a stop. The incident frightened passengers, including children, and…
Yaya Pink Reveals Joint West Bank Road Project With Merav Michaeli, Sparking Right-Wing Backlash
Yaya Pink revealed a joint project with former Transportation Minister Merav Michaeli analyzing West Bank roads for their impact on future political solutions, sparking right-wing…
Dongfeng Majie Plug-In Hybrid Offers Low Price but Falls Short on Safety and Comfort
The Dongfeng Majie plug-in hybrid SUV launched in Israel at 150,000 shekels offers spaciousness and strong specs but scores low on safety and comfort, limiting its appeal despite…
Over 31,000 Vehicle Owners Activate New Ownership Transfer Block Within 24 Hours in Israel
Israel's Ministry of Transportation launched a digital service to block fraudulent vehicle ownership transfers, with over 31,000 users activating it within 24 hours. The service p…
Civilian Drone Disrupts Operations at Ben Gurion Airport, Halting Flights
A civilian drone caused major disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport, halting flights during peak hours. The Ministry of Transport is investigating the breach amid national debates on…
New Car Prices in Israel Range from 89,900 to 759,900 Shekels with Significant Discounts Available
In Israel, official prices for 212 new car models sold over the past year range from 89,900 to 759,900 shekels, but buyers typically pay 5% to 10% less due to discounts. Additiona…
Kia Launches Updated Niro and New Sportage PHEV in Israel
Kia's Israeli importer Telecar launched the facelifted Niro hybrid and a new Sportage plug-in hybrid, featuring updated designs and enhanced powertrains. The Niro offers two trims…
El Al Posts $132 Million Profit in Q2 2026 Despite Security Operation Losses
El Al Airlines earned $132 million in Q2 2026, nearly doubling last year's profit, despite losing $55 million due to the "Roar of the Lion" security operation. Revenues rose 27% t…
Israel Approves $3 Billion Menashe Railway Project Connecting Harish, Baqa, and Bat Hefer
Israel has approved the Menashe Railway project to connect Harish, Baqa, and Bat Hefer to the national rail network, cutting travel times and enhancing freight and passenger trans…
Superbus Bus Lines in Jerusalem to Halt for One Hour in Protest Over Driver Assault
Superbus bus lines in Jerusalem will strike for one hour on August 5 to protest the violent assault on driver Moathasem Kak. The Labor Court rejected Superbus's request to block t…
Israir Receives License to Launch Flights to the United States, Boosting Competition
Israir has received regulatory approval to start flights to the United States, aiming to begin operations this month and increase competition on the route.
Israel Implements Next Phase of Traffic Violations Reform with Penalty Points Starting August 8
Starting August 8, Israel's traffic violations reform enters a new phase, adding penalty points to many traffic offenses adjudicated by digital courts. The reform expands the list…
ZEEKR X Updated Model Launches in Israel with Lower Entry Price and Enhanced Features
Geely's ZEEKR brand launched an updated ZEEKR X in Israel with a new entry-level model priced at 170,000 shekels, featuring stronger power and faster charging. The refreshed SUV o…
Israel Approves Expansion of Coastal Railway to Cut Haifa-Tel Aviv Travel to 30 Minutes by 2034
Israel's National Infrastructure Committee approved expanding the coastal railway to reduce Haifa-Tel Aviv travel to 30 minutes, with completion expected by 2034. The project aims…
Israeli Transport Ministry Extends Chery Import License Until 2030 While Other Importers Await Decisions
The Israeli Ministry of Transport extended Chery's import license until 2030, enabling Carasso Group to launch a new sub-brand, while other importers await license renewals amid a…
Ben Gurion Airport Prepares for Record August Traffic as Air Haifa Launches Thessaloniki Route
Ben Gurion Airport expects 2.6 million passengers in August, with peak days reaching 100,000 travelers. Air Haifa launches a new Haifa-Thessaloniki route starting October 25. Amer…
Israel’s Vehicle Safety System Reform Sees Low Adoption Nine Years After Launch
Nine years after Israel introduced a licensing fee discount to promote vehicle safety system installations, adoption remains low with only 93,100 systems installed out of 120,000…
Volkswagen and Champion Motors Ordered to Pay 5.6 Million Shekels Over Gear Selector Defect
Champion Motors and Volkswagen must pay 5.6 million shekels to Israeli consumers for a gear selector defect in 2015-2019 Volkswagen Group vehicles. The court ruled the companies f…
Israeli Police Use Drones to Enforce No-Passing Lines, Reports Rise 30% in 2025
In 2025, Israeli police intensified enforcement against illegal crossing of solid white lines using drones, resulting in a 30% rise in fines. This method expanded monitoring from…
Transport Minister Miri Regev Faces Setbacks as Key Promises Stall Amid Political Challenges
During Miri Regev's term as Israel's Transport Minister, several major initiatives including Uber legalization, a foreign airline hub, and stricter driving fines stalled due to po…
New Reliability Index Reveals Wide Gaps in Israel’s Public Bus Service Quality
A new Israeli public transport reliability index reveals major regional disparities, with central areas like Tel Aviv scoring highest and peripheral regions scoring lowest. The in…
Major Nighttime Closures on Coastal and Ayalon Highways for Infrastructure Upgrades
The Israeli Ministry of Transport and Netivei Ayalon will close sections of the Coastal and Ayalon Highways overnight from August 3 to 6 for infrastructure upgrades, redirecting t…
Bus Company Tenufa Faces Sale Amid Public Transport Failures in Israel
Israeli bus company Tenufa, plagued by poor maintenance and financial issues, is being sold to Metropoline. Over 400 drivers protested with a warning strike. The Ministry of Trans…
Jerusalem Bus Driver Suffers Severe Assault Near Ramot Neighborhood
A Superbus driver in Jerusalem was severely beaten by youths near Ramot, losing teeth and consciousness. The attack is part of a rising trend of violence against public transport…
Israel to Allow Autonomous Vehicles on Roads Starting Next Year Following New UN Regulations
Israel plans to allow autonomous vehicles with advanced driving systems on its roads starting in late 2027, following new international UN regulations. The regulations cover vehic…
Israel's Ministry of Transport Confirms Ben Gurion Airport Operating Normally with No Flight Changes
Israel's Ministry of Transport confirms Ben Gurion Airport is operating normally with no flight schedule changes and promises public updates if needed.
How Comparing Labor and Parts Can Cut Car Repair Bills by Hundreds of Shekels
Car repair labor costs in Israel vary widely, with hourly rates between 250 and 500 shekels before VAT, causing significant price differences. Vehicle owners can reduce expenses b…
Israeli Ports Equipped for Ship Shore Power, But Shipping Companies Resist Connecting
Israel's new ports have shore power systems to reduce ship emissions, but no shipping companies currently use them due to lack of legal obligation, compatible ships, and economic…
Israel Allocates 40 Million Shekels for Arab Localities' Transport Planning Amid Funding Concerns
Israel's Ministry of Transportation has allocated 40 million shekels for independent transport planning in Arab local authorities, enabling them to design projects addressing loca…
Economic Daily Criticizes Public Transport Boost for Ultra-Orthodox as Taking from Secular Israelis
The Marker newspaper criticized the Israeli Ministry of Transport for reallocating bus services during summer vacations, claiming ultra-Orthodox communities receive increased serv…
West Bank Mayors Demand State Takeover of Tanufa Bus Lines After Drivers’ Sudden Strike
Following a sudden strike by 400 Tanufa bus drivers protesting poor maintenance and wage uncertainties, West Bank local leaders demanded the Ministry of Transportation revoke the…
Partner Group to Provide Communications for Tel Aviv Congestion Charge Launching in 2028
Partner Group will provide the communication infrastructure for Tel Aviv's congestion charge system, now set to launch in 2028. The project, led by Electra Group, aims to reduce t…
Electra, Menarv, and Alstom Secure $9.6 Billion Funding for Haifa-Nazareth Light Rail Project
Electra, Menarv, and Alstom have finalized a 9.6 billion shekel financing deal for the Haifa-Nazareth light rail project, enabling full construction to begin. The 41-kilometer lin…
West Bank Settlement Leaders Threaten Legal Action Over Public Transport Failures
West Bank settlement leaders, led by Ariel's mayor Yair Shitbon, plan to file a legal petition against Israel's Ministry of Transportation over persistent public transport failure…
