Honda Reportedly Pausing Ridgeline Production Until 2028 Refresh
Key takeaways
- The Ridgeline's aging V-6 can't meet stricter emissions regulations, so Honda will hit the pause button for about 18 months.
- Michael Simari|Car and Driver Honda will pause production of the Ridgeline for about 18 months, according to a report by Automotive News.
- AN reports that the pause is necessary because Honda's pickup truck fails to meet upcoming emissions regulations.
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The Ridgeline's aging V-6 can't meet stricter emissions regulations, so Honda will hit the pause button for about 18 months.
Michael Simari|Car and Driver Honda will pause production of the Ridgeline for about 18 months, according to a report by Automotive News. The pause is reportedly necessary because the unibody truck's aging powertrain fails to meet upcoming emissions regulations.The production pause will begin in the fourth quarter of this year, but a heavily refreshed Ridgeline is expected to return in late 2028. Honda's production plans are shifting once again. After pushing back new generations of the Accord, HR-V, and Odyssey—as well as the Acura MDX and Integra—Honda is now planning to pause production of the Ridgeline, according to a report by Automotive News.
AN reports that the pause is necessary because Honda's pickup truck fails to meet upcoming emissions regulations. The stoppage won't go into effect until the fourth quarter, but once the stoppage begins, it's expected to last for around 18 months.