Massive cyberattack halts operations of Israel's largest car importer

Colmobil, Israel's largest car importer, reported a cyberattack that disrupted its operations. Service centers are operating on a reduced schedule, and the extent of the damage is being assessed. This is the first such incident in the country's auto market.

Colmobil, Israel's largest car importer, reported a powerful cyberattack that halted its operations. The incident occurred on the morning of October 15, 2026. The company, which imports Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Mercedes, Jaecoo, and Ora brands, stated that service centers will continue operating but on a reduced schedule. The extent of the damage is still unclear, and experts are identifying the source of the attack. Colmobil, controlled by the Harlap family, is a leading player in Israel's auto market. Since the beginning of the year, the company has delivered 62,657 new vehicles to customers. It is noted that this is the first known case of a cyberattack on a car importer in Israel leading to operational shutdown.