The Ridgeline is a really interesting vehicle. It's not a truck by any stretch of the imagination, but I'd wager that it fills the need for 50% of current truck owners. The amount of storage is crazy good, and it rides really nicely. With the current emissions requirements, I don't think a diesel would be a good fit, and the gasser options are pretty good. With a bed extender or a small trailer, I think it's a great option for someone who doesn't need a full size truck on a daily basis. Don't get me wrong, it's not going to replace my 2500HD, but it would do 90% of what I needed with ease. It's the last 10% that forces me to keep an 8' bed, diesel powered truck.