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Chinese Car Brands Surge to 45% Market Share in Israel Amid 10.7% Vehicle Delivery Growth
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First reported by Walla · 9 hours ago
What happened
Israel's vehicle deliveries rose 10.7% in early 2026, driven by a 72% surge in Chinese car sales capturing 45% market share, led by Chery. Green vehicles made up 67.1% of sales, with CalMobil leading importers.
- 01Israel delivered nearly 177,000 vehicles in H1 2026, a 10.7% increase from 2025.
- 02Chinese vehicle deliveries jumped 72%, capturing 45% of the Israeli market.
- 03Chery group led with 23% market share, surpassing Toyota, Hyundai, and Kia.
- 04Green vehicles accounted for 67.1% of deliveries, with plug-in hybrids gaining strength.
- 05CalMobil led importers with 24.8% market share, followed by Karsu Motors and Union Motors.
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