What Is Section 179 and How Can It Help Your Business?

If your business is considering new vehicles this year, Section 179 of the IRS Tax Code offers a powerful way to save money through tax deductions. This program allows businesses to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying new or used vehicles and equipment placed into service by December 31, 2025.

Section 179 Overview

Here’s what business owners need to know about Section 179 deductions for 2025:  Maximum Deduction: Businesses can deduct up to $2,500,000 in qualifying vehicle and equipment purchases during 2025.  Phase-Out Limit: The deduction starts to phase out once total purchases exceed $4,000,000, reducing dollar-for-dollar beyond that amount.  Heavier Vehicles (6,000–14,000 lbs GVWR): For qualifying SUVs and similar vehicles, the maximum allowable deduction is $31,300 in 2025 (subject to business-use percentage).  Passenger Cars & Light Trucks (<6,000 lbs GVWR): The first-year depreciation limit is approximately $20,400, based on business-use percentage.  Bonus Depreciation: For 2025, 100% bonus depreciation remains available and can be used in addition to the Section 179 deduction—applied after Section 179 is taken.  Deadline: To qualify, equipment or vehicles must be purchased, financed, and placed into service by December 31, 2025.

Chevy Commercial Vehicles Eligible for Section 179 Deduction

The following Chevy vehicles may qualify for Section 179 deductions based on their Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) exceeding 6,000 lbs. Eligibility can vary depending on trim level, configuration, and equipment, and is subject to change.
If you have questions about Section 179 qualifications or vehicle eligibility, please consult your tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

For comprehensive list of all qualified vehicles, click here

Silverado 2500HD

Silverado 3500HD

Silverado 4500 HD/5500 HD / 6500 HD

Express Passenger Van

Express Cargo Van 2500 & 3500 

Suburban

Tahoe

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1. Individual tax circumstances can differ. The information provided here was accurate at the time of publication but is subject to change as federal tax laws and IRS guidelines are updated. Please consult your tax advisor for complete details regarding the rules that apply to your specific business situation.
This information is based on Sections 179 and 168(k) of the Internal Revenue Code, which allow for additional first-year depreciation on eligible vehicles. Figures shown reflect examples for vehicles purchased for 100% business use and placed into service by January 1, 2025.

2. Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained on this site, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

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