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Honda considers exporting U.S.-built Ridgeline to Japan, potentially expanding to Australia and Southeast Asia.
Honda is exploring exporting its U.S.-built Ridgeline pickup to Japan, potentially under a proposed regulatory change that would allow vehicle approvals via document review instead of physical testing.
The move aims to address trade imbalances and align with U.S. policy, possibly extending to the Passport SUV and Acura models.
If successful, right-hand drive conversion could enable exports to Australia and Southeast Asia, though challenges remain, including the Ridgeline’s lack of a diesel engine, limited towing and payload capacity, and high projected costs due to shipping and conversion.
The Ridgeline, exclusive to North America since 2005, has seen strong demand in Australia, where Honda’s sales rose 9.1% in 2024 but remain low at around 14,000 units annually.
Honda considera exportar el Ridgeline construido en los Estados Unidos a Japón, expandiéndose potencialmente a Australia y el sudeste asiático.