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Honda Ridgeline Goes Rugged: Next-Gen Hybrid Coming Soon!
24 Jul
Summary
- Third-generation Honda Ridgeline is under development.
- New Ridgeline will feature a more rugged design.
- Honda is prioritizing hybrid technology over EVs.
Honda has officially confirmed that a third-generation Ridgeline is currently in development, with its arrival anticipated within the next two years. Designed in Southern California and engineered in Ohio, the new midsize pickup will boast an updated, more rugged aesthetic.
Production of the current 2026 Ridgeline will temporarily pause later this year at the Honda Alabama Auto Plant, where it is assembled alongside the Pilot, Passport, and Odyssey, to facilitate the transition.
The automaker's strategic pivot towards hybrid technology, announced after its first fiscal year operating loss, is driving this next-generation Ridgeline. While specific powertrain details remain undisclosed, the redesign aligns with Honda's commitment to hybrid models.
Global CEO Toshihiro Mibe highlighted this shift, prioritizing high-demand hybrid vehicles to achieve financial targets. The upcoming Ridgeline is expected to benefit from improved fuel economy and stronger torque, aligning with Honda's broader hybrid lineup expansion.
