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IOL News
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- IOL News
Honda reveals sleek new Prelude coupe in final production form
Honda is bringing some nostalgia back to its line-up with the reintroduction of the Prelude coupe. The Japanese firm has pulled the covers off the production version of its new two-door, and its design remains painstakingly faithful to the prototypes that have been shown at various motor shows around the world since 2023. Its exterior design, Honda says, was inspired by a glider, and designed to evoke a sense of gliding gracefully through the air, but at this stage, there is no word on how powerful it is. We do know that it will feature an evolution of Honda's e:HEV hybrid system, also featured in the latest Civic, where it produces 135kW and 315Nm in 2.0-litre form.
Hamilton Spectator
19 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hamilton Spectator
Will Home Depot, Canadian Tire, and Home Hardware be open on the Civic Holiday?
If you're looking to pick up a few things for home repairs during the Civic Holiday, you're in luck as many stores will be open to serve customers on Monday, Aug. 4. The Civic Holiday, often simply referred to as the 'Civic,' the Civic long weekend, or the August long weekend — varies by name and celebration across provinces and municipalities. The upcoming Civic Holiday in Ontario is on Monday, Aug. 4, which makes for a much-anticipated long weekend for most. Some Home Depot stores will be open but others will have reduced operating hours, a representative from Home Depot told Metroland Media. Customers are encouraged to look up their local store on the website for more accurate operating hours. Use Home Depot's Store Locator to find a branch near you. After entering your city in the search bar, you'll see a list of stores nearby on the left side of the screen. Find the branch you want to visit and click 'Details' to see the store's hours including their Aug. 4 holiday hours. In an email to Metroland Media, a Home Hardware representative said each home store is independently owned and operated which means hours of operation are determined at the store level. ' As a result, some stores may be open on the Civic Holiday while others may choose to close or operate on reduced hours,' the representative said. Customers can use the Home Hardware Store Locator , to find a branch nearby. From the list on the left, tap 'View Store Details' to see the branch's operating hours and contact information. Like Home Depot and Home Hardware, Canadian Tire branches will have hours that may vary and the company advises customers to call their nearby branch to confirm. To find a Canadian Tire near you, use the Store Locator . Type your location in the search bar and then scroll down to see a list of stores near you. Click 'View store details' to see the operating hours for the week. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Man of Many
a day ago
- Automotive
- Man of Many
New Honda Prelude Revealed With Civic Type R DNA, Coming to Australia Mid-2026
By Ben McKimm - News Published: 31 Jul 2025 Share Copy Link 0 Readtime: 4 min Every product is carefully selected by our editors and experts. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more. For more information on how we test products, click here. Honda revives Prelude; affordable hybrid sports coupe launching mid-2026 in Australia Targets Mustang, Z, MX-5, GR86 with Civic e:HEV powertrain Type R suspension, wide tracks, and Brembo brakes promise engaging dynamics CVT-based 'S+ Shift' mimics manual; true manual unavailable Sleek exterior, blue-white cockpit; driver seat specially bolstered for sport There's a new affordable sports car on its way to rival the Ford Mustang, Nissan Z, Mazda MX-5, and Toyota GR86. That's right, Honda is bringing back one of its most famous nameplates with the launch of the new Honda Prelude (6th-generation). Due to arrive in Australia in mid-2026, the vehicle is a launch platform (Prelude) to the brand's latest-generation 'e:HEV' hybrid technology, but with a sporty twist. It will be powered by the same two-motor hybrid-electric powerplant as the Civic hybrid. It's sad to see that the new Honda Prelude won't use the 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine in the Civic Type R (329HP/420Nm). However, it will be underpinned by the same suspension, wide front and rear tracks, and Brembo front brakes from the Civic Type R, so we expect it to be a pretty fun momentum car. Sadly, the six-speed manual transmission won't carry over either. It's been replaced by a CVT transmission that mimics the sound and feel of a traditional gearbox and sends power to the front wheels only. Honda calls it the 'S+ Shift system,' and it works with the Active Sound Control (ASC) system in the car to augment a gearbox by syncing the 'upshifts' with engine RPM each time you pull on a paddle. Honda says the new Prelude will 'deliver high levels of driver exhilaration and engagement, including unmatched driving dynamics and fun-to-drive feel,' but we'll be the judge of that once we get behind the wheel. Let's take a closer look! 2026 Honda Prelude | Image: Supplied / Honda While the powertrain choice is a tad disappointing, it's still refreshing to see a compact sports car in the era of oversized, overweight vehicles. The design is near-perfect. It's exactly what a modern-day Prelude should look like, with clean surfacing, a sleek nose, glider-inspired headlights, black chrome plating on the front grille, and a low-slung roofline. Wheels are pushed to the edges to create a wider track, while a closer look reveals a large diffuser and flush door handles. 2026 Honda Prelude | Image: Supplied / Honda 2026 Honda Prelude | Image: Supplied / Honda 2026 Honda Prelude | Image: Supplied / Honda 2026 Honda Prelude | Image: Supplied / Honda When we look inside, the main colour is 'blue × white,' which Honda says expresses the concept of PRELUDE with a light white and deep blue coordination. We love the instrument panel and its attention to detail on the ivory skin finish. Meanwhile, the driver's seat and the passenger seat have different specifications, which is very Ferrari-like. The driver's seat has an increased hold suitable for sports driving, while the passenger seat provides 'moderately wrapped comfort,' according to Honda. Tech-wise, there's a D-shaped design steering wheel with a full-graphic instrument cluster behind it, exclusive to PRELUDE, but further details will be shared closer to the local launch. We don't have specific engine power or torque figures available, but the 2.0-litre 4-cylinder petrol-electric hybrid system in the Civic hybrid e:HEV produces 135kW (approximately 181 HP) and 315Nm of torque. 2026 Honda Prelude | Image: Supplied / Honda The new Honda Prelude will arrive in Australia in mid-2026. 'We're thrilled to add this iconic nameplate to the Honda line-up next year,' said Honda Australia automotive director Robert Thorp at a media roundtable in Melbourne. When asked about who's going to purchase the new Prelude, Thorp said: 'To be honest, older males who used to own them back in the 90s, (could be) buying them again, but you can see it opening up to a female audience as well because of the way it looks and drives and handles, which we've heard about (internally),' he said. 'Maybe they owned one back in the 90s, or had a used one, because that's what they bought during uni and in the 2000s. But this might be something that brings them back.' We don't know how much the new Prelude will cost when it arrives in Australia next year, but Thorp says it will be competitive: 'We think we'll be able to bring a great value package to market.' 'We're very confident that this will be a model that will attract a lot of interest.'
The Advertiser
a day ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
2026 Honda Prelude: Reborn coupe confirmed for Australia
The 2026 Honda Prelude has been confirmed for Australia and is scheduled to arrive in local showrooms mid-next year as the brand looks to recapture some of its former sports car glory. The Prelude will enter the sports car market alongside two-door coupes including the Subaru BRZ and Toyota GR86 twins, Nissan Z, Toyota Supra, and Ford Mustang. In late 2024, Honda confirmed it would begin production of a new sixth-generation Prelude, revealing a two-door hybrid sports car set for Europe and the United States (US) – but Australia wasn't included in the global announcement. Honda Australia renewed its expired trademark for the Prelude name – last seen in Australia in 2001 – in December 2023, a move often made by automakers to protect a nameplate from use by rivals, but the company shared no plans for a local launch of the reborn sports car. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. This week, Honda Australia told media, including CarExpert, the Prelude will return to showrooms in mid-2026. "We're thrilled to add this iconic nameplate to the Honda lineup next year," said Honda Australia director Rob Thorp. "Prelude taps into a rare combination of nostalgia and performance with broad appeal across generations of Honda customers, old and new." No vehicle specifics, such as equipment levels, pricing or otherwise, were announced. "The Prelude … we can't share a lot of stuff – I want to say so many things, but I think the really important thing is that such an iconic nameplate that's had such rich brand heritage and history, is a model we're bringing back to Australia next year," said Mr Thorp. The Prelude is set to go on sale in the US – Honda's biggest volume market by far – in late 2025, ahead of its debut in Europe before its Australian arrival. The first of a new "specialty sport era of electrification", according to Honda, the new two-door sports car will share components, including its front-wheel drive underpinnings, with the Civic hatchback. This includes Honda's 'e:HEV' hybrid powertrain – also offered in the Accord – using a four-cylinder petrol engine and dual electric motors, but the Prelude will be the first to feature Honda's S+ Shift technology. The S+ Shift technology simulates gear changes using paddle shifters. There won't be a manual transmission, with the company's global electrification boss previously ruling out such an option for the Prelude. The US version – and most likely Australian version, too – will also use the same high-performance Brembo brakes as the Civic Type R, and use a Prelude-specific version of the Type R's front and rear suspension. Honda says the Prelude will embody "the joy of maneuvering", claiming its "low and sleek body" will contribute to its "glider-like exhilaration". Its cabin – which appears to carry over a significant number of parts from the Civic – will use a blue-and-white theme, and will use a more bolstered driver's seat with the front passenger seat reprofiled for "moderately wrapped comfort". The Prelude isn't the only sports car name Honda has revived. Once one of several Honda sports cars in showrooms – including the S2000 roadster and the legendary NSX – the Prelude previously sat above the Integra in the brand's lineup. The Integra, last offered in Australia in 2006, was reintroduced in China in 2021 and the US in 2022, where it remains sold under the 'Acura' premium Honda sub-brand – but has been ruled out for showrooms here. Following the demise of the NSX and coupe versions of the Civic and Accord over the past decade, Honda no longer sells any two-door coupes globally, something the launch of the Prelude will rectify. MORE: 2026 Honda Prelude interior revealed with lots of Civic parts Content originally sourced from: The 2026 Honda Prelude has been confirmed for Australia and is scheduled to arrive in local showrooms mid-next year as the brand looks to recapture some of its former sports car glory. The Prelude will enter the sports car market alongside two-door coupes including the Subaru BRZ and Toyota GR86 twins, Nissan Z, Toyota Supra, and Ford Mustang. In late 2024, Honda confirmed it would begin production of a new sixth-generation Prelude, revealing a two-door hybrid sports car set for Europe and the United States (US) – but Australia wasn't included in the global announcement. Honda Australia renewed its expired trademark for the Prelude name – last seen in Australia in 2001 – in December 2023, a move often made by automakers to protect a nameplate from use by rivals, but the company shared no plans for a local launch of the reborn sports car. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. This week, Honda Australia told media, including CarExpert, the Prelude will return to showrooms in mid-2026. "We're thrilled to add this iconic nameplate to the Honda lineup next year," said Honda Australia director Rob Thorp. "Prelude taps into a rare combination of nostalgia and performance with broad appeal across generations of Honda customers, old and new." No vehicle specifics, such as equipment levels, pricing or otherwise, were announced. "The Prelude … we can't share a lot of stuff – I want to say so many things, but I think the really important thing is that such an iconic nameplate that's had such rich brand heritage and history, is a model we're bringing back to Australia next year," said Mr Thorp. The Prelude is set to go on sale in the US – Honda's biggest volume market by far – in late 2025, ahead of its debut in Europe before its Australian arrival. The first of a new "specialty sport era of electrification", according to Honda, the new two-door sports car will share components, including its front-wheel drive underpinnings, with the Civic hatchback. This includes Honda's 'e:HEV' hybrid powertrain – also offered in the Accord – using a four-cylinder petrol engine and dual electric motors, but the Prelude will be the first to feature Honda's S+ Shift technology. The S+ Shift technology simulates gear changes using paddle shifters. There won't be a manual transmission, with the company's global electrification boss previously ruling out such an option for the Prelude. The US version – and most likely Australian version, too – will also use the same high-performance Brembo brakes as the Civic Type R, and use a Prelude-specific version of the Type R's front and rear suspension. Honda says the Prelude will embody "the joy of maneuvering", claiming its "low and sleek body" will contribute to its "glider-like exhilaration". Its cabin – which appears to carry over a significant number of parts from the Civic – will use a blue-and-white theme, and will use a more bolstered driver's seat with the front passenger seat reprofiled for "moderately wrapped comfort". The Prelude isn't the only sports car name Honda has revived. Once one of several Honda sports cars in showrooms – including the S2000 roadster and the legendary NSX – the Prelude previously sat above the Integra in the brand's lineup. The Integra, last offered in Australia in 2006, was reintroduced in China in 2021 and the US in 2022, where it remains sold under the 'Acura' premium Honda sub-brand – but has been ruled out for showrooms here. Following the demise of the NSX and coupe versions of the Civic and Accord over the past decade, Honda no longer sells any two-door coupes globally, something the launch of the Prelude will rectify. MORE: 2026 Honda Prelude interior revealed with lots of Civic parts Content originally sourced from: The 2026 Honda Prelude has been confirmed for Australia and is scheduled to arrive in local showrooms mid-next year as the brand looks to recapture some of its former sports car glory. The Prelude will enter the sports car market alongside two-door coupes including the Subaru BRZ and Toyota GR86 twins, Nissan Z, Toyota Supra, and Ford Mustang. In late 2024, Honda confirmed it would begin production of a new sixth-generation Prelude, revealing a two-door hybrid sports car set for Europe and the United States (US) – but Australia wasn't included in the global announcement. Honda Australia renewed its expired trademark for the Prelude name – last seen in Australia in 2001 – in December 2023, a move often made by automakers to protect a nameplate from use by rivals, but the company shared no plans for a local launch of the reborn sports car. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. This week, Honda Australia told media, including CarExpert, the Prelude will return to showrooms in mid-2026. "We're thrilled to add this iconic nameplate to the Honda lineup next year," said Honda Australia director Rob Thorp. "Prelude taps into a rare combination of nostalgia and performance with broad appeal across generations of Honda customers, old and new." No vehicle specifics, such as equipment levels, pricing or otherwise, were announced. "The Prelude … we can't share a lot of stuff – I want to say so many things, but I think the really important thing is that such an iconic nameplate that's had such rich brand heritage and history, is a model we're bringing back to Australia next year," said Mr Thorp. The Prelude is set to go on sale in the US – Honda's biggest volume market by far – in late 2025, ahead of its debut in Europe before its Australian arrival. The first of a new "specialty sport era of electrification", according to Honda, the new two-door sports car will share components, including its front-wheel drive underpinnings, with the Civic hatchback. This includes Honda's 'e:HEV' hybrid powertrain – also offered in the Accord – using a four-cylinder petrol engine and dual electric motors, but the Prelude will be the first to feature Honda's S+ Shift technology. The S+ Shift technology simulates gear changes using paddle shifters. There won't be a manual transmission, with the company's global electrification boss previously ruling out such an option for the Prelude. The US version – and most likely Australian version, too – will also use the same high-performance Brembo brakes as the Civic Type R, and use a Prelude-specific version of the Type R's front and rear suspension. Honda says the Prelude will embody "the joy of maneuvering", claiming its "low and sleek body" will contribute to its "glider-like exhilaration". Its cabin – which appears to carry over a significant number of parts from the Civic – will use a blue-and-white theme, and will use a more bolstered driver's seat with the front passenger seat reprofiled for "moderately wrapped comfort". The Prelude isn't the only sports car name Honda has revived. Once one of several Honda sports cars in showrooms – including the S2000 roadster and the legendary NSX – the Prelude previously sat above the Integra in the brand's lineup. The Integra, last offered in Australia in 2006, was reintroduced in China in 2021 and the US in 2022, where it remains sold under the 'Acura' premium Honda sub-brand – but has been ruled out for showrooms here. Following the demise of the NSX and coupe versions of the Civic and Accord over the past decade, Honda no longer sells any two-door coupes globally, something the launch of the Prelude will rectify. MORE: 2026 Honda Prelude interior revealed with lots of Civic parts Content originally sourced from: The 2026 Honda Prelude has been confirmed for Australia and is scheduled to arrive in local showrooms mid-next year as the brand looks to recapture some of its former sports car glory. The Prelude will enter the sports car market alongside two-door coupes including the Subaru BRZ and Toyota GR86 twins, Nissan Z, Toyota Supra, and Ford Mustang. In late 2024, Honda confirmed it would begin production of a new sixth-generation Prelude, revealing a two-door hybrid sports car set for Europe and the United States (US) – but Australia wasn't included in the global announcement. Honda Australia renewed its expired trademark for the Prelude name – last seen in Australia in 2001 – in December 2023, a move often made by automakers to protect a nameplate from use by rivals, but the company shared no plans for a local launch of the reborn sports car. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. This week, Honda Australia told media, including CarExpert, the Prelude will return to showrooms in mid-2026. "We're thrilled to add this iconic nameplate to the Honda lineup next year," said Honda Australia director Rob Thorp. "Prelude taps into a rare combination of nostalgia and performance with broad appeal across generations of Honda customers, old and new." No vehicle specifics, such as equipment levels, pricing or otherwise, were announced. "The Prelude … we can't share a lot of stuff – I want to say so many things, but I think the really important thing is that such an iconic nameplate that's had such rich brand heritage and history, is a model we're bringing back to Australia next year," said Mr Thorp. The Prelude is set to go on sale in the US – Honda's biggest volume market by far – in late 2025, ahead of its debut in Europe before its Australian arrival. The first of a new "specialty sport era of electrification", according to Honda, the new two-door sports car will share components, including its front-wheel drive underpinnings, with the Civic hatchback. This includes Honda's 'e:HEV' hybrid powertrain – also offered in the Accord – using a four-cylinder petrol engine and dual electric motors, but the Prelude will be the first to feature Honda's S+ Shift technology. The S+ Shift technology simulates gear changes using paddle shifters. There won't be a manual transmission, with the company's global electrification boss previously ruling out such an option for the Prelude. The US version – and most likely Australian version, too – will also use the same high-performance Brembo brakes as the Civic Type R, and use a Prelude-specific version of the Type R's front and rear suspension. Honda says the Prelude will embody "the joy of maneuvering", claiming its "low and sleek body" will contribute to its "glider-like exhilaration". Its cabin – which appears to carry over a significant number of parts from the Civic – will use a blue-and-white theme, and will use a more bolstered driver's seat with the front passenger seat reprofiled for "moderately wrapped comfort". The Prelude isn't the only sports car name Honda has revived. Once one of several Honda sports cars in showrooms – including the S2000 roadster and the legendary NSX – the Prelude previously sat above the Integra in the brand's lineup. The Integra, last offered in Australia in 2006, was reintroduced in China in 2021 and the US in 2022, where it remains sold under the 'Acura' premium Honda sub-brand – but has been ruled out for showrooms here. Following the demise of the NSX and coupe versions of the Civic and Accord over the past decade, Honda no longer sells any two-door coupes globally, something the launch of the Prelude will rectify. MORE: 2026 Honda Prelude interior revealed with lots of Civic parts Content originally sourced from:
Hamilton Spectator
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Hamilton Spectator
Is Walmart open in Ontario during the August Civic Holiday long weekend?
Will Walmart Canada stores in Ontario be open over the August long weekend? While some businesses may close, and others might be operating on reduced holiday hours, on the August long weekend — Walmart Canada stores will be open. The Civic Holiday, often simply referred to as the 'Civic,' the Civic long weekend, or the August long weekend — varies by name and celebration across provinces and municipalities. The upcoming Civic Holiday in Ontario is on Monday, Aug. 4, which makes for a much-anticipated long weekend for most. While not a statutory holiday in all regions, it provides an opportunity for Canadians to enjoy the summer season with family and friends. On Aug. 4, many government offices will be closed. Schools, post offices, banks and libraries will also be closed in most areas. Public transport typically runs on a reduced holiday schedule. The Civic Holiday is listed by the federal government as public holiday (excluding Quebec). The province of Ontario does not consider it to be a mandatory public holiday. A Walmart Canada spokesperson confirmed all Walmart Canada stores in Ontario will be open on Monday, Aug. 4. Individual store hours can be found using the store locator tool . Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
