Honda has officially confirmed that a third-generation Ridgeline is in development, and the first detail the company wants truck shoppers to know is pretty clear: the next Honda Ridgeline is getting more rugged. The new midsize pickup is expected to come to market within the next two years, with Honda promising a more rugged design and capabilities while continuing the ideas that have defined the Ridgeline for the past two decades. Here at D'ELLA Honda of Glens Falls, that gives us plenty to watch as Honda develops the next chapter of its pickup. We're still early in the process, so Honda hasn't released powertrain specifications, trims, pricing or a final debut date. In the meantime, drivers around Queensbury and Glens Falls can explore our current New Honda Inventory and see today's Ridgeline while we wait to learn what's next. The Third-Generation Honda Ridgeline Is Officially in Development This isn't a concept or rumor. Honda has confirmed that its third-generation Ridgeline is on the way. The new truck is being designed at Honda's Southern California styling studio and engineered at the Honda Auto Development Center in Ohio. Once production begins, the next Ridgeline will continue to be built exclusively at the Honda Alabama Auto Plant alongside vehicles including the Passport, Pilot and Odyssey. Honda hasn't shown us the finished truck yet, but it has specifically said the new generation will feature an even more rugged design and capabilities. That's an interesting direction for a truck that has spent two decades doing things somewhat differently from the rest of the midsize pickup segment. Honda Isn't Trying to Turn the Ridgeline Into Every Other Truck Honda describes the Ridgeline's history as one focused on the features and capabilities recreational truck owners actually use. Since the original Ridgeline arrived, the model has approached the pickup differently from more traditional trucks. Honda's announcement suggests that the third generation will continue developing that formula rather than abandoning it, while pushing its appearance and capability farther in a rugged direction. Exactly what that means remains to be seen. Honda hasn't announced towing figures, powertrain details, dimensions or specific new equipment, and we'd rather wait for those details than guess. For shoppers who already know a pickup fits their life, our Honda Model Showroom is also a useful place to compare the Ridgeline with the SUVs and other Honda models currently available at D'ELLA Honda of Glens Falls. A More Rugged Ridgeline Makes a Lot of Sense Around Queensbury We're particularly interested to see what Honda means by additional rugged capability because of where we sell these trucks. A midsize pickup around Queensbury, Glens Falls and the southern Adirondacks can have a pretty varied job description. It might spend Monday through Friday commuting around Warren County, then carry bikes, camping equipment, home-project supplies or outdoor gear when the weekend arrives. Lake George is right up the road. Trailheads aren't difficult to find. Neither are snow, dirt roads or projects that suddenly require a pickup bed. The Ridgeline has historically occupied an interesting space for drivers who want the usefulness of a truck without choosing something solely around maximum-duty work. A more rugged third generation could make that combination even more interesting for local drivers. What Happens to the Current 2026 Honda Ridgeline? There's one other important part of Honda's announcement. Production of the current 2026 Honda Ridgeline will pause later in 2026 as Honda prepares for the next-generation model. That doesn't mean the third-generation Ridgeline is arriving immediately. Honda has only said the new truck is expected to reach the market within two years, so there may be a considerable gap between the production pause and the new model's eventual arrival. If you're shopping now rather than waiting for a future truck, you can browse our New Honda Inventory to see current availability at D'ELLA Honda of Glens Falls. Our team can also help you Value Your Trade if you're considering moving from your current vehicle into a Ridgeline or another Honda. We'll Be Watching for the Next Honda Ridgeline at D'ELLA Honda of Glens Falls For now, Honda has given us the outline rather than the entire truck. We know a third-generation Honda Ridgeline is coming within two years. We know Honda is giving it a more rugged design and capabilities. We know development is underway in California and Ohio, and that production will remain in Alabama. What we don't have yet are the details that will ultimately tell us how different this Ridgeline will be. We'll be watching as Honda releases more. Until then, drivers from Queensbury, Glens Falls, Saratoga Springs, Malta and surrounding communities can shop our New Honda Inventory, browse Certified Pre-Owned Honda Vehicles, or Apply for Financing online. You can also visit D'ELLA Honda of Glens Falls at 313 Quaker Rd. in Queensbury to explore the Honda lineup currently available.