Maximize Your Savings: Buy a New Western Star Truck & Take Advantage of Section 179

Is your business ready to upgrade its fleet with a new Western Star truck? At Bayshore Truck Center, there’s never been a better time—thanks to the Section 179 tax deduction. For 2025, businesses can deduct up to $2,500,000 of qualifying equipment (including Western Star trucks) purchased and put into service this year. This means you can write off the full purchase price of your new truck in the same tax year, improving your cash flow and lowering your tax bill.
Why Buy Your Western Star Truck Now?
  • Deduct up to $2,500,000: Section 179 lets you write off the entire purchase price of qualifying new (and used) equipment, including heavy trucks.
  • Immediate Tax Benefits: Instead of depreciating your truck over several years, claim the full deduction in 2025.
  • Bonus Depreciation: If your purchases exceed the Section 179 limit, 100% bonus depreciation may apply for additional savings.
  • Business Use: Trucks must be used for more than 50% of the time for business to qualify.
Why Choose a New Western Star from Bayshore?
  • Expert support: Our team helps you select the right truck and navigate tax benefits.
  • Built for the toughest jobs: Western Star trucks are known for durability, advanced features, and reliability.
  • Flexible financing: Ask about our leasing, financing, and delivery options to maximize your investment and uptime.
  • Custom solutions: We’ll help you plan the best way to utilize Section 179 for your business goals.
How to Take the Next Step
Ready to invest in a new Western Star and reduce your 2025 tax burden? Contact Bayshore Truck Center today to explore our latest inventory and discuss how Section 179 can deliver significant savings for your business.
Pro Tip: To qualify for the 2025 tax year, your new Western Star truck must be purchased and placed into service by December 31, 2025.
Always consult a qualified tax professional for the latest rules and compliance guidance.
Learn more about Section 179 and see our current Western Star inventory at Bayshore Truck Center.

 


Maximize Your Business Vehicle Write-Offs

Section 179 allows businesses to immediately deduct the full cost of qualifying vehicles placed in service in 2025, rather than depreciating them over several years. This can significantly reduce your tax liability and improve cash flow, especially for companies that rely on commercial vehicles.
 

Key 2025 Deduction Limits

  • Vocational Trucks & Vans (Any Weight): Full Section 179 deduction available (up to $2,500,000, subject to overall spending limits)
  • Heavy SUVs & Trucks (Over 6,000 lbs. GVW): $31,300 maximum Section 179 deduction
  • Cars, Light Trucks & SUVs (Under 6,000 lbs. GVW): $20,400 first-year maximum deduction
  • Business Use Requirement: More than 50% must be used for business
  • Deadline: Vehicle must be in service by December 31, 2025
  • Bonus Depreciation: 100% available for 2025

Deduction Phase-Out

  • Deduction phases out dollar-for-dollar once total qualifying purchases exceed $4,000,000 and is fully phased out at $6,500,000.
  • Section 179 limits and caps are subject to IRS adjustments.

Vehicle Categories

  1. Specialized Vehicles (Any Weight or Over 14,000 lbs):
    • Qualify for full deduction if primarily for business use.
    • Example: $120,000 commercial truck (>14,000 lbs) can be fully deducted if >50% business use.
  2. Heavier Passenger Vehicles (6,000–14,000 lbs GVWR):
    • $31,300 Section 179 cap; remaining cost may qualify for bonus depreciation.
  3. Cars & Light Trucks (Under 6,000 lbs GVWR):
    • $20,400 first-year deduction cap for 100% business use (adjusts for lower business use percentage).

Financing & Compliance

  • Purchases and non-tax capital leases can qualify if business use exceeds 50%.
  • Maintain purchase/financing documentation for IRS compliance.
 

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