Updates - Honda Ridgeline

Honda has always been known for their innovative ideas for advancing the common automobile. From the original Accord to the 1998 Insight, Honda has been changing the modern car for the betterment of you and your world. The new Ridgeline is no different. While it may look like another copy of the quasi-pickup/SUV design, with a closer look, you will find many unique features that may distract the average pickup truck buyer from it's Honda badges.

First, the Ridgeline's bed has proved something very worthy of attention. While it does not have the traditional Mid-gate technology like the Chevy Avalanche but it does have a different trick up it's sleeve...an under bed "trunk". Just inside the edge of the bed, there is a latch that opens up to a 8.5 cubic foot water-tight trunk capable of handling anything about the same as a small sedan's trunk.

Inside and behind the wheel, the driver will realize right away this is not your average truck. When you floor the right pedal, you can feel he steering wheel tug a bit telling you you're handling a FWD biased truck (who knew they made FWD trucks!). You'll also notice the lack of V8 rumble coming from behind...because there is no V8! But the Ridgeline's 3.5L 247hp V6 will get you moving with decent acceleration, even when on the highway. The interior of the car will also give it away. The interior looks like it was designed by the Honda guys (i.e. good ergonomics, comfort, visibility) and will make just about any driver comfortable.

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