Dual-Action Tailgate and Other Bed Features of the 2017 Ridgeline

By Product Expert | Posted in Honda Ridgeline, Technology on Friday, July 14th, 2017 at 8:00 am
How does the Honda Ridgeline Dual-Action Tailgate work?

There’s a lot to love on the 2017 Honda Ridgeline truck. This midsize model combines car-like handling, maneuverable dimensions, and the versatile cargo-hauling options of a traditional pickup. One of the attractive features of this vehicle is the dual-action tailgate, which can give drivers even more options for loading and unloading. Wondering how does the Honda Ridgeline dual-action tailgate work? Read on!

How does the Honda Ridgeline Dual-Action Tailgate work?

The dual-action tailgate that comes standard on the 2017 Honda Ridgeline can either fold down like a traditional pickup’s tailgate, or it can open outward on the driver’s side more like a door. This can make it easier to load the pickup bed with cargo. In order to switch between the traditional up and down bed opening and the outward door, driver hits a switch under the edge of the tailgate, and the specialized joints will allow the door to swing open.

dual-action tailgate on the 2017 Honda Ridgeline opening like a traditional pickup truck
illustration of the specialized joints on the dual-action tailgate of the 2017 Honda Ridgeline
2017 Honda Ridgeline driving down a dirt road

This practical feature is class-exclusive to the 2017 Honda Ridgeline, and is just another good reason to explore this truck if you are looking for a new midsize pickup. The available safety features and general capability are a couple of other good reasons.

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Other Honda Truck Bed Features

Other attractive truck bed features available on select trims of the Ridgeline include a built-in electricity plug, a Truck Bed Audio speaker system, and lockable In-Bed Trunk® (which can double as a cooler thanks to being water tight and having a drain in the bottom!). Learn about all of these in our past post about the things we love about the bed of the 2017 Ridgeline.

If you are interested in learning more about the 2017 Honda Ridgeline, or are interested in test driving one in the Oklahoma City OK area, contact a member of the Battison Honda sales team today.

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