Factbites
 Where results make sense
About us   |   Why use us?   |   Reviews   |   PR   |   Contact us  

Topic: Ridgeline


In the News (Tue 29 Dec 09)

  
  Honda Ridgeline rocks: Clever, classy, capable - 02/02/05   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
After a day and a half of testing the Ridgeline in a variety of southern California settings, including driving an off-road course and using the truck to haul a heavy box trailer filled with rocks, this wife -- who selects and buys the vehicles in our household -- gives her seal of approval.
The Ridgeline is easy to handle and feels stable and well-mannered, even when it is hauling a load or navigating a steep, silty hill on an off-road course.
Still, the Ridgeline's engine seemed perfectly adequate for hauling four or five passengers and passing and merging on the freeway, even though it was a little noisy at highway speeds.
www.detnews.com /2005/autosconsumer/0502/02/G01-76895.htm   (1383 words)

  
 Preview: 2006 Honda Ridgeline - MSN Autos
Ridgeline also has a "dual-action" tailgate that can be flipped down in the traditional way or swung open curbside.
The base Ridgeline RT produced a standing-start 0-60 mph acceleration average of 8.92 seconds, and it covered the traditional quarter mile in 16.77 seconds, with a speed of 84.1 mph at the timing point.
As for fuel economy, the Ridgeline's EPA ratings are 16 mpg for city driving and 21 mpg on the highway.
autos.msn.com /advice/article.aspx?contentid=4023205   (2013 words)

  
 Honda Ridgeline - Wikicars
The Honda Ridgeline is a pickup truck, sharing its unibody chassis with the Acura MDX and Honda Odyssey.
The Ridgeline is built in Alliston, Ontario, Canada alongside the Honda Pilot and MDX.
It is expected that the Honda Ridgeline will have a high resale value, as it has only been on the market for a year, and carries the Honda name.
wikicars.org /en/Honda_Ridgeline   (742 words)

  
 Honda Ridgeline - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Honda Ridgeline is a mid-size crossover vehicle produced by the Japanese automaker Honda.
The Ridgeline is Honda's intended first foray into the North American pickup truck market.
The Ridgeline is built in Alliston, Ontario, Canada alongside the Honda Pilot and Acura MDX, and was released in March 2005 as a 2006 model.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Honda_Ridgeline   (556 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Ridgeline sets new standards   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Ridgeline is for people who know the value of a pickup but suspect they don't need something built to tow four tons or slam through the worst terrain with half a ton of cargo in back, nor do they value the usually rude road manners of such heavy-duty machines.
To make Ridgeline strong enough to haul about 1,500 pounds or tow a 5,000-pound trailer while carrying a couple of people and their luggage in the truck, Honda designed a ladder frame such as you'd find beneath conventional pickups.
Ridgeline is 206.8 inches long, 76.3 inches wide (87.3 inches including mirrors), 70.3 inches tall on a 122-inch wheelbase.
www.usatoday.com /money/autos/reviews/healey/2005-02-17-ridgeline_x.htm   (1382 words)

  
 usnews.com: Auto reviews: 2006 Honda Ridgeline (6/8/05)
And now the Ridgeline demonstrates that there is room for such cleverness in the last segment of the market dominated by domestic manufacturers.
The Ridgeline's 5-foot-long truck bed, for instance, is one of the shortest around, which might be a nonstarter for lumber haulers.
Instead, the Ridgeline's cargo bed is optimized for transporting two big motorcycles or an ATV—the kinds of toys owned by people who will have nearly 30 grand for a cargo hauler like this.
www.usnews.com /usnews/biztech/auto/review/honda_ridgeline.htm   (762 words)

  
 Inside Line: First Drive: 2006 Honda Ridgeline - Picking Up More Honda Customers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
A quick scan of the dash and console reveals that the various controls and instruments are large and intuitive with the exception of the on/off button for the cruise control, which is buried down low on the left of the dash.
But once rolling, the Ridgeline's acceleration felt equally strong through the midrange and when the gas was decked at 45 mph to simulate a freeway on-ramp merge.
All the Ridgeline's gauges and controls are easily read, with the exception of the on/off button for the cruise control, located too low on the left of the dash.
www.edmunds.com /insideline/do/Drives/FirstDrives/articleId=103924   (2101 words)

  
 2006 Honda Ridgeline Review   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Ridgeline is the first 4-door pickup to earn 5-star safety ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Ridgeline’s rear seats are well designed with a wide arm rest that can be folded up to make room for three.
Ridgeline is powered by a transversely mounted 3.5-liter, 24-valve, SOHC VTEC V6 with 247 horsepower and 245 lb.ft. of torque.
www.theautochannel.com /news/2006/05/31/009222.html   (988 words)

  
 2007 Honda Ridgeline Prices and Review   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Ridgeline has several design features unusual to pickups, including independent rear suspension and unibody construction.
Ridgeline lacks low-range gearing, but a dashboard button locks in a 50/50 front/rear power split.
Ridgeline is still pretty new, so expect no big changes for the next few years.
auto.consumerguide.com /auto/new/reviews/full/index.cfm/id/39025   (818 words)

  
 4X4REVIEW.COM: 2006 Honda Ridgeline   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
To begin with, the Ridgeline is the first mid-sized pickup to employ an independent rear suspension.
The disadvantage to this belt and suspenders approach is that it contributes to the Ridgeline's portly 4500-pound curb weight.
In keeping with Honda tradition, the Ridgeline is the first compact pickup to meet Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle (ULEV) standards in all 50 states.
www.4x4review.com /vehicles/honda/06-Ridgeline.asp   (682 words)

  
 Honda Ridgeline SUT - CarSpace Automotive Forums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
The Ridgeline's numbers are pretty much exactly on par with 1/2 ton trucks from the other companies.
If the Ridgeline had square tires and wheels instead of round the styling of the wheel arches would be fine.
Even though the Ridgeline has some styling warts, it would not keep me from buying one if I were in the market for a truck.
townhall-talk.edmunds.com /direct/view/.ef24140/2666   (1174 words)

  
 Honda Ridgeline Accessories - Genuine Factory Honda Accessories, made by Honda for your Honda.
Genuine Honda Ridgeline Music Link Kit, once connected to the stock factory radio it allows you to use the audio system's controls to search for and play music from an iPod (not included) and it charges the iPod battery.
Genuine Honda Ridgeline hood air deflector, full-width tinted acrylic.
Genuine Honda Ridgeline front and rear chrome bumper trim contains chrome highlights for front and rear bumper corners, and a chrome center strip for the front bumper.
www.handa-accessories.com /ridgeline.html   (1828 words)

  
 Carpages.ca - 2006 Honda Ridgeline Preview
When I finally arrived, the Ridgeline intro was in full swing and executive vice president of American Honda Dick Colliver was touting the benefits of the truck's hidden trunk, an industry first that would be copied by all truck-makers.
Nothing to do with the Pilot SUV, the Ridgeline's undercarriage boasts 93 percent exclusive components, including two longitudinal frame rails and seven high-strength steel cross members for the fully boxed effect, plus a deep channel, ladder frame structure which is fully integrated into the upper body of the vehicle.
The Ridgeline sports a large cabin with the best rear legroom in the 4-door pickup class, ideal for families not needing the third row of seats the brand's Pilot SUV offers, and alternatively needing exterior cargo capacity.
www.carpages.ca /go/roadtest/2006_honda_ridgeline_preview.aspx   (2463 words)

  
 Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Honda Ridgeline at Epinions.com
The salesman stressed that the Ridgeline is a midsize, but it looks larger than that to me. Partly this is because of the styling, but physical dimensions also play a role.
I didn't drive the Ridgeline like a sports car because it's not one, so I cannot comment on its behavior "at the limit." The ride is smooth (the independent rear suspension helps here) and noise levels are perhaps the lowest I've experienced in a pickup.
The Ridgeline is to the Pilot as the Avalanche is to the Tahoe.
www.epinions.com /content_176559853188   (2274 words)

  
 2006 Honda Ridgeline Road Test
The Ridgeline was designed to look as if it was carved from a solid steel billet.
The four-door Ridgeline is not a typical body-on-frame pickup with a V-8 engine and rear-wheel drive.
Ridgeline uses the same all-wheel-drive system as the Honda Pilot and Acura MDX.
www.familycar.com /RoadTests/HondaRidgeline   (834 words)

  
 2006 Honda Ridgeline Reviews. SUV Reviews by CNET.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
The 2006 Honda Ridgeline is the venerable Japanese manufacturer's first pickup design, and it has been very well received by the automotive press.
But Honda has given the Ridgeline some heavy-duty bona fides, and while its towing and hauling capacity aren't eye-popping by any means, its combination of interior space and comfort, as well as innovative cargo options make it a viable family workhorse.
The Ridgeline's basic warranty is good for three years or 36,000 miles, and five years or 60,000 miles on the power train.
reviews.cnet.com /2006_Honda_Ridgeline/4505-10868_7-31473899.html   (1600 words)

  
 2006 Honda Ridgeline - Automotive Rhythms   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Capable of holding three golf bags (or a large cooler) and the spare tire, the in-bed trunk comes complete with a water drain for easy cleaning and a seal which was engineered to keep water and grime out in the first place.
With 252 pound-feet of torque, this powerplant has been supplemented with a high capacity radiator, dual high-power cooling fans, and heavy duty power steering and transmission coolers enabling it to tow 5000 pounds with two passengers and 175 pounds of cargo in the bed.
The Ridgeline is a purpose-built truck that is very stable and forgiving.
www.automotiverhythms.com /testdrives/td_2006hondaridgeline.php   (873 words)

  
 Shop For Your Honda - Truck - Ridgeline
The Ridgeline boasts this exceptional strength from an integrated closed-box frame with unit-body construction and powerful, 247-hp, V-6 engine with 4-wheel independent suspension.
Don't forget that the Ridgeline was the first 4-door pickup to achieve the highest government crash-test rating (5 stars) for both frontal and side-impact tests.* And it has the lowest chance of rollover among all pickup trucks tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).**
Ridgeline was tested with standard side-impact airbags (SABs).
automobiles.honda.com /shopping/landing.aspx?GroupName=truck   (245 words)

  
 2006 Honda Ridgeline Car Reviews - The Car Connection   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
The Ridgeline is a full 18 inches shorter than a Ford F-150, for example; yet its five-passenger cabin space is virtually identical.
The Ridgeline solves the age-old problem of cargo security with an 8.5 cubic-foot lockable trunk at the rear of the bed.
The Ridgeline marries this handling precision to a full-time "VTM-4" all-wheel-drive powertrain with locking rear differential and computerized "VSM" stability control.
www.thecarconnection.com /index.asp?article=8069   (993 words)

  
 Honda Ridgeline Parts - Partstrain.com
The Honda Ridgeline is their very first attempt in the pickup truck line.
As a pick-up truck, the Honda Ridgeline is designed to withstand pressure and stress.
In order to weather rough roads and still be able to provide a smooth and comfortable ride, the Honda Ridgeline is equipped with the advanced 4-wheel independent suspension and chassis.
www.partstrain.com /ShopByVehicle/HONDA/RIDGELINE   (518 words)

  
 2006 Honda Ridgeline Prices and Review   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
All Ridgelines have front bucket seats and a 60/40 split rear bench with cushions that flip up to increase in-cab storage.
Ridgeline's rear window has a power sliding center section.
The Consumer Guide® 2006 Honda Ridgeline road test gives you a quick snapshot of the vehicle's performance with pros, cons, and numeric ratings.
auto.consumerguide.com /auto/new/reviews/full/index.cfm/id/38535   (777 words)

  
 IGN: 2006 Honda Ridgeline
According to our research, Honda's Ridgeline puts about 70 percent of its power to the front wheels, but it is able to shift that power to the rear wheels if needed.
The Ridgeline's steering feedback is excellent, the ride is never harsh or "wallowy", and it feels sure-footed when cornering.
The Ridgeline's engine just doesn't want to give the effort necessary to accelerate hard while it is already cruising at 70 miles per hour.
cars.ign.com /articles/634/634515p2.html   (624 words)

  
 honda ridgeline >>
Honda ridgeline North AmericanProduction:2005 24 6Concept:2005 31 4Special Introductions:2005 honda ridgeline 3NAIAS 2005 final attendance was 773,422 honda ridgeline it one of the honda ridgeline attended honda ridgeline Days 2005:The NAIAS 2005 attracted 6,897 media from 63 countries on six continents, over 31% of whom were represented by the.
These awards honda ridgeline determined by honda ridgeline independent jury of top North American media.A VIP hospitality reception area was honda ridgeline providing access to the main show floor.1996:TIME honda ridgeline a major publication in North America, established.
Honda ridgeline toward accommodating each exhibitorЎ¦s needs honda ridgeline at the same time, honda ridgeline a final floor plan that provided a level, global playing.
sitegtr.com /auto/honda-ridgeline.html   (228 words)

  
 History of Ridgeline
Because the ridgeline is a significant land feature in Eugene, and it is visible from most parts of the city.
Bauer led the way on curriculum development and provided an insider’s understanding of which District 4J policies were worth adopting for Ridgeline, and which required “reinventing the wheel.” Wojahn continued in her marketing/PR/editing role, and emceed public informational meetings aimed at attracting students.
On September 4, 2000, co-teachers Mary Bauer and Cheri Spies proudly opened the doors of Ridgeline Montessori to 32 students in grades 1-3.
www.ridgeline.org /History.htm   (1051 words)

  
 Ridgeline's Uphill Climb
However, you have to be able to live with the fact that the Ridgeline only comes in one basic style: a four-door, crew-cab truck with a relatively short five-foot bed.
In terms of size, the Ridgeline is a cross between a mid-size pickup like the Toyota (TM) Tacoma and a full-size model.
The Ridgeline uses inexpensive regular gasoline and is rated to get a respectable 16 miles per gallon in the city and 21 on the highway.
www.businessweek.com /autos/content/apr2006/bw20060426_852378.htm   (1749 words)

  
 City Slicker: 2006 Honda Ridgeline RTL: Gears at MW Magazine - reviews of new cars, trucks, suvs, vehicles and ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
The Ridgeline has no break or seam between the cab and truck bed as you find in other trucks, giving the Honda a smooth look from stem to stern.
The Ridgeline's interior is restrained and truck-like, meaning heavy on the plastic, yet comfortable.
Overall, the Ridgeline is a surprisingly capable and inviting entry into the truck market for Honda.
www.metroweekly.com /gears/?ak=1655   (775 words)

  
 Ridgeline: Even weirder than it looks - Mar. 2, 2005
But the Ridgeline's frame is an add-on integrated into what is, essentially, a strengthened uni-body.
Honda claims that the Ridgeline can haul and tow loads as heavy as those pulled by many other trucks.
The Ridgeline has a lockable trunk in the rear part of the bed.
money.cnn.com /2005/03/02/pf/autos/ridgeline_overview/index.htm   (1262 words)

Try your search on: Qwika (all wikis)

Factbites
  About us   |   Why use us?   |   Reviews   |   Press   |   Contact us  
Copyright © 2005-2007 www.factbites.com Usage implies agreement with terms.