March 25, 2026
Uber is on its way to Israel - taxi drivers are worried
תמונת אילוסטרציה: gemini
Until now, there were only official taxis in Israel.
Now, the Knesset has approved a new law in its first reading.
The law allows, for the first time, ride-sharing services in Israel.
Apps like Uber will be able to operate in the country.
Drivers will have to meet clear conditions.
For example, several years of driving experience and background checks.
The vehicles will also be subject to oversight.
The companies will need to display prices clearly.
The law also includes a compensation fund for taxi drivers.
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The fund will help them if their income is affected. The money for the fund will come from a small fee on each ride. In other words, passengers will pay a bit more. In addition, the government will be able to limit the service in certain areas.
The goal is to lower prices and increase competition. But the taxi drivers are angry. They are concerned about losing their livelihood. At the same time, taxi fares are changing: city rides will become cheaper, and intercity rides will get slightly more expensive. The law is not final yet, but the government continues to promote it.