Big news for today. That’s interesting. Could you note how Israel is among the most thrilling economies in the world? This country, situated in the Middle East, has been the official host of various events, from fashion to sports, such as the FIFA 2022 in the region, more specifically there in Qatar.
However, it is interesting to know that Uber, the number one ridesharing app internationally, is not yet in Israel.
Even Google agrees, saying, “No, Uber’s ride-hailing service isn’t currently active in Israel, but a new law was recently approved to allow Uber and Lyft to operate, potentially starting in 2026, to increase competition and lower costs, though local taxi opposition remains. Uber previously operated in Israel but exited in 2023, focusing only on taxi platforms due to low demand and market challenges.”
However, tides are changing. The Times of Israel released a report today, saying that Israel is one step closer to allowing Uber to ply its roads.
Weekend was a productive time for businesses, government offices, and other interests as there will reporteld soon be an ordinance that would allow Uber and Lyft services to operate in Israel, the alternative option for Israeli passengers.
The bill last reported about on Sunday would pave the way to permit Lyft and Uber apps on the mobile gadgets of the people.
However, if approved, it would disrupt the country’s taxi sector, which is what authorities are worrying about.
“Our vision is to move Israel into an era of smart, accessible, and affordable transportation,” the transportation authorities told Ridesharing Forum. “Approval of the bill is a historic step that will dismantle old monopolies, reduce road congestion, create thousands of new jobs, and open the market to real competition that will lower the cost of living.”
The transportation minister, Miri Regev, has reportedly been working to let Uber to come in the Israeli market scene as early as the start of this year – which is what happened already.
Thank you to this new undertaking, more transportation will be added in and around cities, improving service availability during peak times and on weekends, which will lead to lower fares for the general public.
Uber is available in several key cities and markets across the world. In Israel, there are several things to do. The country offers a mix of ancient history, vibrant modern cities, and stunning natural wonders from the past, such as the Old City in Jerusalem, the Dead Sea, the Masada Fortress, Tel Aviv’s beaches, Ein Gedi or Rosh Hanikra hikes, the historic Acre, the Sea of Galilee, and so much more. The introduction of Uber is Israel is an opportunity for tourists to discover the pretty in the Middle East region. For more ridesharing news, browse this website, or sign up for your account on Ridesharing Forum today.