Transportation

Despite improvements in public transport, CBS data show that over the last decade, Israelis have been abandoning its use in favor of private vehicles. Where are people more satisfied with the light rail — Gush Dan or Jerusalem, how many Israelis used a bus in the last year — and who enjoys broad trust from users | These are the details

Just a week and a half after the opening of the L3 line, Jerusalem's light rail network continues to expand. This morning, test runs began on the L4 line between the Gonenim and Gilo neighborhoods. The new line is designed to connect southern residential areas to the capital's employment and commercial hubs, moving toward a target of 600,000 daily passengers.

Two recent incidents in Israel have highlighted a lack of regulatory readiness for electric vehicles. A fire in a Rishon LeZion parking lot exposed infrastructure risks, while a Tesla driver's misuse of semi-autonomous systems underscored the dangers of ignoring safety protocols.

Israel Railways concludes the second quarter of 2026 with a 9% revenue increase to 984.6 million shekels, while net profit dropped by 68% to 18.6 million shekels due to rising operational costs.

About 60 soldiers traveling this morning from Modiin to Ir HaBahadim on an IDF-organized transport reported dangerous driving. They claim the driver was constantly distracted by his mobile phone, ignored requests to slow down, and failed to provide functional seat belts.

Following thousands of items left on trains during the summer and resulting warehouse congestion, Israel Railways is launching an expedited retrieval process and extending operating hours at the Tel Aviv Savidor Center lost and found department.

Unusual footage from San Francisco shows a train operator dozing off while driving, moments before the train he was operating collided with force into another train standing on the tracks.

Starting next Tuesday, significant changes will affect passenger flow at the busy station due to comprehensive upgrade works, with access to one of the central platforms being temporarily restricted.

Due to extensive infrastructure works starting next weekend, train traffic in the south will be significantly altered and central lines will be shortened. Find out which stations will be closed and how shuttle services will operate.

Works will continue on Saturday night and will lead to the closure of the passage from east to west until Friday. Ayalon lanes will remain open, and pedestrians will be able to pass through the southern part of the bridge using a safe passage.

An advanced futuristic project offers a fast and green alternative for urban travel in the East. A huge partnership signed this week plans to replace travel on busy roads with flying cars. Here are all the details about the intriguing venture.

Electra has won the tender for the Highway 5 project, which includes a 25 km two-way fast lane and a transport hub with 3,200 parking spaces. The project is expected to be operational by 2031.

From August 20 to 22, train schedules in the Zevulun area will be adjusted due to planned maintenance. Several stations will be temporarily closed, with free shuttle bus services provided. Normal service is expected to resume on the morning of Sunday, August 23.

Starting at midnight, new and extensive traffic arrangements have come into effect in the area of Liberty Bell Park (Gan HaPaamon) and Derech Beit Lehem Street in Jerusalem. This is a significant change in the city's traffic map. Drivers and public transport passengers are asked to stay updated on alternative routes.

The Central Bureau of Statistics has published data on public transport trip validations for 2024–2025. The figures indicate an erosion and a decline in validated trips across most transport lines.

Great news for Jerusalem: Starting today, the light rail is implementing significant operational changes. The extended service will be in effect primarily on weekends, during the days of Selichot, and during the intermediate days of Sukkot.

One of Jerusalem's central traffic routes is scheduled to close starting next week due to infrastructure work. Consequently, changes are expected in public transport routes and traffic lanes. Drivers are requested to use navigation apps.

Following a significant increase in passenger traffic in the north, the Israel Airports Authority is launching an extensive development project, including a new parking facility and improved transport solutions.

The Israel Airports Authority announced on Thursday the construction of a new parking lot at Haifa Airport, featuring approximately 900 spaces. The 20-dunam project aims to accommodate the recent surge in passenger traffic and expand travel options for residents of Haifa and the North.

In recent years, the Netivei Israel company has deployed about 170 adaptive traffic lights based on artificial intelligence in an attempt to analyze demand and adapt in real time to the situation on the ground. Globes reveals the efficiency data of those traffic lights.

Two weeks of traffic disruptions are expected in the area of the Keren Kayemet bridge in Tel Aviv-Yafo: starting from this coming Saturday night (15.8), maintenance, restoration, and safety works will begin on the bridge, during which traffic lanes will be blocked intermittently in both directions.

The "Square of Tears," which for decades was the terror of driving students and a prominent symbol of Holon, is being dismantled as part of light rail construction works.

The HaTayasim hub project, with an investment of over 250 million shekels, will be built adjacent to Highway 40. The complex will include 180 electric bus bays, a 1,200-space parking lot, and a direct connection to the Purple Line light rail terminus.

Following the successful launch of the system in the Jerusalem, Modiin, and Ayalon areas, test runs have begun on the Karmiel-Ahihud line. The new ETCS Level 2 technology will increase train frequency, improve safety, and enhance operational precision.

The Israel Airports Authority reports peak congestion at Ben Gurion Airport parking lots. With short-term spaces filling up rapidly, drivers are increasingly redirected to distant lots requiring shuttle transfers.

The Holon Municipality has decided to stop the operation of shared scooters starting in September, becoming the first city in Israel to remove them from its territory. The municipality explains that the move is intended to return sidewalks to pedestrians and improve safety, but the industry warns that the ban will actually encourage a shift to private scooters and increase car usage.

Starting this Thursday, 12 train stations in northern Israel will be temporarily closed for essential infrastructure upgrades. Find out how train schedules will be affected and how to utilize free shuttle services.

About 700 people returning to New York City from a Chris Brown concert in New Jersey were trapped on a disabled train in stifling heat. Passengers spent about two hours without electricity or air conditioning before being evacuated early Saturday morning.

The Begin Highway southbound has opened to traffic following the successful completion of construction works. Authorities aim to accelerate progress to open the northbound section during the holiday period.

The Minister of Finance continues to try and torpedo the Prime Minister's decision to establish a light rail in Be'er Sheva. Netanyahu must understand that this sabotage is not only a disregard for government decisions, but also a direct blow to the Likud electorate.

In recent years, the status of the bus driver in Israel has become increasingly prominent. If in the past the role was perceived as a technical job of transporting passengers from point to point, today it is a profession with high responsibility, daily impact on thousands of families, and stable employment opportunities for years to come.

The Herzliya Municipality is implementing an AI-based adaptive traffic light system from the startup ITC. The technology uses computer vision to analyze real-time traffic, which has already reduced waiting times at traffic lights by 25%.

Gett, which dominates the local taxi market, is expanding its operations to include vehicles with up to 55 seats in collaboration with the Rideeazy platform. Bookings must be made at least 12 hours in advance, with prices determined upfront based on distance, duration, and the number of stops.

The National Infrastructure Committee has approved plans for the "Dayan" station in Haifa, part of the "Nofit" light rail project. The line is designed to serve approximately 100,000 passengers daily with high-speed intercity connections.

The National Infrastructure Committee has authorized the Ministry of Transport to begin expansion work on the Coastal Railway line. This project, covering the route's longest section, is expected to significantly boost train frequency, travel speed, and passenger capacity.

Good news for motorists: the southbound Begin Highway opened to traffic this morning four hours ahead of schedule following the installation of new bicycle bridges.

The Begin Highway in Jerusalem will close again in the southbound direction to facilitate ongoing work on the public transport lane. This is the first of three scheduled closures occurring between Thursday evening and Friday morning.

Train traffic has been suspended due to a localized fault in the electrification network. Israel Railways crews are working to restore service, and the public is advised to consider alternative means of transportation.

Israel Railways reported a halt in train traffic on the Tel Aviv-Lod line due to a power grid malfunction. Normal service resumed after two hours.