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Israel's Road Safety Authority Demands Wolt Operations Halt Over Safety Concerns
Israel's National Road Safety Authority has formally requested the police to halt all operations of the delivery company Wolt nationwide and pursue legal action against its CEO.
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What happened
- 01Israel's National Road Safety Authority seeks to halt Wolt's operations and prosecute its CEO.
- 02The NRSА cites a business model that allegedly incentivizes reckless courier behavior.
- 03Around 40 monthly emergency calls mention "Wolt" due to traffic violations.
- 04Severe accidents involving light vehicles and pedestrians have surged over 40%.
- 05Wolt claims the NRSА is using safety as a PR stunt.
- 06The NRSА calls for Israel to adopt global regulations for delivery companies.
The authority cites a business model that allegedly encourages reckless driving, leading to a significant increase in accidents involving Wolt couriers. Wolt denies the claims, stating they invest heavily in safety, while the NRSА insists on accountability and adherence to global standards.
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