708-467-7181     16425 Van Dam Rd., South Holland, IL 60473

 

  Although new trucks generally cost less to operate and maintain, the initial purchase price, F.E.T., and higher insurance costs means higher initial investment and higher Cost Per Mile. When a used truck buyer considers all operating costs - like maintenance and fuel, taxes, insurance and depreciation - they can quickly see that their total "Cost of Ownership" can be reduced with the purchase of quality used semi truck.
The calculator below can provide you with an estimate of your potential costs savings. Fill it out and see if it makes sense for you to buy used.
Call us or to speak with one of our sales professionals about the financial advantages of buying a used semi truck.

 

Why Should You Have Your DPF/DOC Cleaned?

When left uncleaned, soot and ash will collect and could damage or destroy you filter. While soot and ash burn off as quickly as it accumulates when driving under load, it tends to accumulate and stay when idling or driving through slow-moving traffic.
A few key indicators that it is time for a professional cleaning are a loss in engine performance or an increase in frequency in regeneration cycles. With regular DPF cleanings you could see:

    Increased fuel efficiency
    Extended filter life
    Higher resale value if you decide to sell your truck at some point

A dirty filter may not sound like it could cause a lot of damage if left unattended, you’d be surprised by how costly it could be. This makes cleaning a necessary part of maintenance. When you factor in that replacements cost about $3,000, if not more, plus the cost of unexpected downtime, neglecting this relatively simple process could greatly affect your bottom line.
If you think your diesel is in need of DPF maintenance, visit our service department now. Our body shop and mobile truck service technicians are available to help you in Illinois.

 

Thinking about pushing your buying decisions into 2020? Consider the benefits of receiving this year’s bonus tax depreciation if you purchase a used semi truck before year-end.
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, signed on December 22, 2017, greatly enhanced bonus depreciation opportunities available to businesses in the market to buy equipment. In 2019, taxpayers can elect a 100 percent bonus depreciation deduction under either IRC Section 179 or 168(k).

Bonus Depreciation
When your business typically purchases equipment items, it can write those items off a little at a time through the depreciation. There were two enhancements under 168(k) that were not previously available or within Section 179, which are:
There is no dollar limit on the amount of property you can purchase that can qualify for the bonus depreciation.
This deduction applies to both new and used equipment. We have a great selection of used semi trucks.