If you’re an Illinois business owner looking to expand your fleet of work trucks or delivery vans, the 2025 Section 179 tax deduction could be a smart way to maximize your next Ford purchase. This valuable small business tax incentive allows you to write off qualifying vehicle and equipment costs -- helping improve your bottom line while keeping your fleet up to date.
Whether you are growing your landscaping crew, construction business, or local delivery network, understanding how Section 179 impacts your Ford commercial vehicle purchase in IL can result in real savings this year. Speak to the commercial fleet sales experts at our Ford dealer near McHenry today to learn more about eligibility requirements, deadlines and other pertinent details.
2025 Section 179 Tax Deduction Overview & Limits
The Section 179 deduction continues to be one of the most-searched programs for business owners looking to upgrade their vehicles in 2025. Wondering how much you can deduct or which purchases are eligible? Current Section 179 rules make it possible to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment and vehicles used primarily for business, both new and used, by December 31, 2025.1
With the latest spending caps and bonus depreciation available, many Woodstock-area small businesses are taking advantage of this opportunity. If you have questions about the 2025 Section 179 limits, deduction threshold, or depreciation schedules, Bull Valley Ford is ready to help you explore your options.
- 2025 Deduction Limit: $2,500,0001
- Good on new and used equipment (as long as new to the buyer)
- Purchased or leased
- 2025 Spending Cap: $4,000,0001 -- This is the maximum amount that can be spent on equipment before the Section 179 Deduction available to your company begins to be reduced on a dollar-for-dollar basis (making it a true small-business incentive)
- Complete phase-out at $6,500,000
- 2025 Bonus Depreciation: 100%1
- Defined as: a tax incentive that allows a business to immediately deduct a large percentage of the purchase price of eligible assets
- Generally taken after the Spending Cap is reached
- Applies to new and used
- Must be purchased and put into use before Dec. 31, 20251
- Must be used for business purposes more than 50% of the time
- Must be titled in the company's name (not the company's owner's name)
Which Ford Vehicles Qualify for Section 179?
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New & Used Vocational Trucks and Vans: |
Full Section 179 deduction available1 |
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Heavy SUVs & Trucks (Over 6,000 lbs. GVW): |
$31,300 maximum Section 1791 |
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Cars, Light Trucks & SUVs (Under 6,000 lbs.): |
$20,400 first-year maximum1 |
Local businesses searching for new Ford work trucks near McHenry will find plenty of eligible vehicles in the Bull Valley Ford lineup. Many Ford models commonly used by plumbers, contractors, and delivery teams can qualify for the Section 179 deduction if they meet the usage and weight guidelines.
Our extensive inventory of Ford fleet and commercial vehicles means there’s likely a solution tailored to your job site or office needs. If you want a specific guide on what qualifies, our Foord sales team can walk you through all the options to help maximize your tax benefits for 2025.
Eligible Ford models include, but are not limited to:1
- F-150
- F-150 Lightning
- Super Duty®
- Transit Cargo Van
- Transit Passenger Wagon
- Explorer
- Expedition
- Expedition MAX
How Do I Use the Section 179 Tax Incentive?
Using the Section 179 tax incentive in 2025 is easier when you know what to expect. To take advantage of this small business deduction, your new or used Ford must be purchased or leased and placed into service by December 31, 2025.1The vehicle should be used for business purposes more than 50% of the time and titled in your company’s name.1
From there, your tax professional can help you claim the deduction as part of your year-end filing. Not sure where to start? Bull Valley Ford can connect you with the right commercial sales experts so you feel confident every step of the way.
Commercial Ford Vehicles for Sale Near Me
Ready to accelerate your company’s growth and take advantage of the 2025 Section 179 tax deduction? Contact Bull Valley Ford in Woodstock for answers on eligible models, inventory availability, and how your next Ford truck or van can get your business further. Chat with us today to explore Section 179 opportunities and schedule a Super Duty® test-drive near McHenry.
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1Information accurate at date of publishing. Refer tohttps://www.section179.org for most up-to-date specifications