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Transport Ministry delays ending the internal driving test at the last minute
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50% centerFirst reported by Walla · Jun 16, 2026
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What happened
Israel's Transportation Ministry has delayed the planned cancellation of the internal driving test, which was supposed to begin on June 18. The decision follows public criticism, opposition from driving instructors, and a ministry pledge to review comments before setting a new date.
- 01The Transportation Ministry delayed ending the internal driving test one day before it was to begin.
- 02The test costs 150 to 250 shekels and is the final step before the official road test.
- 03Driving instructors opposed the cancellation, while students and parents say the test is costly and unnecessary.
- 04Miri Regev had ordered the test abolished in April, based on an unpublished internal review.
- 05The ministry said it will set a new date after reviewing public and professional feedback.
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