transportation

Transportation, the way that people go from one place to the next, is a subject near and dear to the heart of every Israeli. 

It comes in the form of private vehicles and public transportation. 

In July 2021, a group of government ministers recommended a plan for a new electric public transport system aimed at reducing Israel's carbon emissions while maintaining public transport standards. 

 

 

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Israel's population nears ten million, Central Bureau of Statistics finds

Approximately 7.632 million of Israel's population are Jews (77%), and about 2.067 million are Arabs (20.8%). The annual population growth rate stands at 1.6%, compared to 2.2% in 2022.

By WALLA!
26/09/2024
ISRAEL RAILWAYS engineer Ariella Wolfson: ‘Everything needs to be inspected and checked.

Keeping eyes on the track: Israel Railways engineer Ariella Wolfson is dedicated to ensuring safety

As demand for public transportation grows, Ariella Wolfson ensures that no technological innovation is left unchecked, on the road to a safer ride for everyone.

 Transportation Minister Miri Regev holds a press conference ahead of Israel's 76th Independence Day

'If you fly, you may pay more for return,' Miri Regev says amid flight cancellations

Regev spoke with Arkia CEO to discuss the recent transportation crisis and noted that Israelis might have to pay more to fly back to Israel.

Grapevine, August 3, 2024: Happy 104th, Roz!

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Private leasing, the perfect solution for your family

Are you interested in renewing yourself in a new and well-equipped car? You should know the option of private leasing.

By IN COLLABORATION WITH FREESBE
01/08/2024
Alexey Izmalkov

Gov't to approve 1.03% cut-off in ministries' budget for aid to Gaza border communities

The benefits for the evacuees will be financed by a sweeping 1% budget cut.

Transportation prices spike before agreed date, surprising Israeli users

Israeli media reported that price hikes include an increase of 5% for the purchase of monthly passes.

25/06/2024
Miri Regev arrives to a special government conference on Jerusalem Day, on June 5

Police probe fraud, breach of trust in Miri Regev's Transport Ministry

Investigators raided the Transportation Ministry in Jerusalem Monday, conducting searches and seizing documents.

By ALON HACHMON
10/06/2024

New suburban electric bus coming soon - What's new and why it's good?

Egged operates unique BYD bus on route 190 - Urban-interurban hybrid, low floor for disabled access, upgraded seats, phone charging.

By UDI ETZION/WALLA!
05/06/2024

Government approves M2 metro line plan: Cities it passes through

Good news for Gush Dan residents: the government greenlights the M2 metro line's route today, spanning 25km from Holon's Yoseftal interchange to Petah Tikva's Segulah area. Which cities will benefit?

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