Men's Journal: The Honda Prelude’s Hybrid Engine Means It’ll Never Have A Manual Transmission
Honda can’t put a manual in the Prelude because its hybrid engine is just too good at being a hybrid. Honda Prelude’s hybrid powertrain prevents offering a manual transmission, only automatic is ...
The Honda Prelude’s Hybrid Engine Means It’ll Never Have A Manual Transmission
There's officially no shot of the new Honda Prelude ever being offered with a manual transmission. The Japanese automaker once again confirmed that the hybrid coupe will be offered exclusively with an ...
AOL: Bad News, Everyone: The Honda Prelude Isn't Going to Get a Manual Transmission, Exec Says
Bad News, Everyone: The Honda Prelude Isn't Going to Get a Manual Transmission, Exec Says
The Honda Prelude coupe looks set to return as a hybrid—in some markets, at least. But a manual transmission—something Honda offered on its very first Insight hybrid coupe—may not be included. Motor ...
Jalopnik: Honda Prelude Returns To The U.S. Next Year As A Hybrid With Simulated Shifts Instead Of A Manual Transmission
Honda Prelude Returns To The U.S. Next Year As A Hybrid With Simulated Shifts Instead Of A Manual Transmission
The 2026 Honda Prelude is back, but driving purists might be disappointed with the lack of a manual transmission. Here’s why this sporty coupe deserved one The sixth-generation Honda Prelude will ...
Road & Track: Honda Prelude Won't Follow in CR-Z's Footprints and Get a Manual Transmission, Exec Says
Honda Prelude Won't Follow in CR-Z's Footprints and Get a Manual Transmission, Exec Says
The new 2026 Honda Prelude bowed last week to some (understandable) whining about the fact that it’s not going to get a manual transmission. Honda calls the coupe’s drivetrain an “eCVT,” but really, ...