When it comes to launching or expanding a business in the commercial trucking industry, one question tends to loom large — "How much does a new semi truck cost?" This article aims to provide you with a detailed understanding of the costs associated with new and used semi trucks, and factors that can impact the price.
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A lone trucker cruises down a remote highway at dusk. Suddenly, a deer darts out from the shadows. There's a sickening thud. The impact sends shockwaves through the massive semi-truck. The driver, heart pounding, knows it could have been much worse.
“So, what are prices for dump trucks in 2025?” The pricing for used dump trucks now starts around $40,000, while new dump trucks can cost up to $300,000, with an average price, as reported by My Little Salesman, being around $170,000.
"So, you're telling me that this new fleet of trucks we just bought has already dropped in price?" Chip huffed. "Well, yeah. But there is an upside," Sue started in a reassuring tone, "depreciation is tax-deductible."
Just imagine—signing ink on a piece of much-needed machinery for a fraction of its original cost. Too good to be true? It just so happens that buying heavy equipment at auction can be a treasure trove of deals—if you're a savvy buyer.
Digital marketplaces have placed all manner of equipment at buyers’ fingertips—making buying heavy equipment and commercial trucks online an increasingly efficient and secure experience. Though many security protections exist, there will always be scammers employing deceitful methods to exploit buyers.
While a CDL ensures that a truck driver understands the rules of the road and the technical aspects of operating a truck, there’s a lot you just have to learn by experience. Fortunately, hardworking veteran truck drivers are some of the most helpful people you’d hope to meet—especially to new drivers asking for help on online forum pages. This article is a summary of tips and advice from veteran truckers to rookie drivers—the tips they don’t necessarily teach in trucking school.