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April 9, 2026
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Israel calls on public to shift to electric cars following surge in fuel prices

Israel calls on public to shift to electric cars following surge in fuel prices

It was noted that more than 230,000 drivers in Israel are already benefiting from electric vehicles, with an average family saving about 8,000 shekels a year in fuel costs alone, and up to 20,000 shekels annually in remote areas. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capital..

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Following a 14.7 percent surge in fuel prices to the highest in over 3.5 years, the Israeli Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is urging citizens to switch to electric vehicles (EVs) for significant cost savings and reduced reliance on volatile fuel markets.

  • Average Israeli families can save approximately 8,000 shekels annually on fuel costs by switching to EVs.
  • The Israeli Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is spearheading the initiative.
  • EV prices in Israel are projected to reach parity with gasoline cars by 2026, with a growing charging infrastructure of over 10,000 charging sockets nationwide.

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