Undercover Operation Finds Widespread Meter Violations Among Taxi Drivers

Jerusalem, 10 November, 2025 (TPS-IL) — About 80% of Israeli taxi drivers failed to turn on their meters during a nationwide undercover operation by the Tax Authority’s bookkeeping unit, officials said Monday. The inspections, part of the “Good Ride” reform with the Transportation Ministry, checked compliance with the law requiring use of “smart meters” to record trip data and fares.

The operation, which included roughly 100 inspections nationwide, also uncovered irregularities such as duplicate license plates and unauthorized smart meters. Drivers found violating the law are being summoned for questioning and could face sanctions, including book invalidation and tax assessments.