Honda confirms third-generation Ridgeline pickup

Honda has officially confirmed the development of a third-generation Ridgeline pickup truck, marking the end of the line for the current model after nearly a decade. The automaker announced on July 23, 2026, that production of the second-generation Ridgeline will conclude later this year, with the all-new model slated to arrive within the next two years.

The new truck will be designed at Honda's studio in Southern California and engineered at the Honda Auto Development Center in Ohio. It will continue to be assembled at the company's factory in Lincoln, Alabama, which also produces the Passport, Pilot, and Odyssey. Company officials emphasized a focus on a more rugged design and enhanced capabilities, with a teaser image revealing a boxier, more traditional pickup silhouette.

Lance Woelfer, Honda Americas vice president of auto sales, stated the next-generation Ridgeline will build on the current truck's legacy by gaining even more capabilities, though specific details were not provided. The design is expected to draw inspiration from the recently updated Honda Passport SUV.

While Honda did not confirm technical specifications, industry reports suggest the new Ridgeline will...