The Honda Ridgeline is Honda's sole mid-size pickup truck, featuring a sturdy unibody frame and a transverse-mounted engine setup. Available exclusively as a crew-cab short-box model with one powertrain option, the Ridgeline offers a practical and versatile driving experience for consumers seeking a reliable pickup.
Debuting in March 2005 for the 2006 model year, the first-generation Ridgeline garnered attention as Honda's initial entry into the competitive American pickup market. According to The Car Design Yearbook, the Ridgeline represented Honda's venture into the quintessential American automotive segment of pickup trucks. Spearheaded by an accomplished engineering team at Honda R&D Americas under the leadership of Gary Flint, the vehicle was meticulously designed
