Honda’s Ridgeline pickup truck traces its origins to an unconventional design concept aimed at maximizing SUV-like interior space in a truck format, according to designer Don Herner. The project began as an exploration of blending utility with passenger comfort, challenging traditional truck design norms. Herner reflects on how the initial vision for an "Advanced Capabilities Vehicle" shifted into a production model that prioritized practicality over conventional truck aesthetics. The result marked a departure from standard pickup layouts, offering a unique approach to cargo and cabin flexibility.
Designer Don Herner recalls how an Advanced Capabilities Vehicle concept, focused on SUV interior space, evolved into Honda's unconventional Ridgeline pickup.
