

With the mixed success of the first generation Ridgeline, Honda posted "an open letter from the company's head of truck product planning, denying rumors that the Ridgeline would be dropped and insisting that a pickup truck will remain part of the company's portfolio." With that proclamation, Honda became committed to the development of a new Ridgeline. Adding new features, such as Honda's truck bed audio system ĭespite these modifications, Honda has stated that 73% of the second generation Ridgeline's components remain common in some way with the third generation Pilot.Incorporating notable features from the first generation, such as the dual–action tailgate and in–bed trunk.Modifying various parts to support hauling, towing, and off-road use.

However, Honda did have to create or modify components in order to support their next generation pickup, including: The second generation Ridgeline took a different approach in design from the first generation Ridgeline by sharing Honda's new "global light truck platform" found in the third generation Honda Pilot as well as other large Honda vehicles. Advanced safety and technology earning the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) Top Safety Pick-Plus award.An all-wheel drive truck with a fully independent suspension.A scratch and dent-resistant half-ton capacity composite bed.According to Honda and automotive journalists, the second generation Ridgeline has some additional noteworthy designs, including: The Honda Ridgeline (YK2/YK3) is the second generation of pickup truck manufactured by Honda under the Ridgeline nameplate. Front-engine, front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive
