**TFI International Set to Save $75 Million Under New U.S. Tax Bill — What Truckers Should Know**

by TRUCKERS VA
(UNITED STATES)

Introduction — When Uncle Sam Hands You a Break

It’s not every day the taxman gives back — but TFI International, one of North America’s largest trucking and logistics outfits, just got the equivalent of a new Peterbilt’s worth of savings… times about 1,500.

Thanks to the newly passed “One Big Beautiful Bill” (yes, that’s the actual name lawmakers gave it), TFI International expects to save around $75 million in capital expenditures. For a company that’s been investing heavily in equipment, infrastructure, and acquisitions, that’s like finding a full fuel tank, a free steak dinner, and an open parking spot at the same time.

Breaking Down the Bill — What Changed?

The legislation includes a range of business-friendly provisions: - Accelerated Depreciation: Lets companies write off new equipment purchases faster. - Infrastructure Incentives: Extra deductions for upgrades tied to transportation and logistics efficiency. - Manufacturing Credits: For building or refurbishing facilities in the U.S.
TFI is tapping into all three, with the bulk of savings coming from faster write-offs on new trucks and trailers. This means they can reinvest in equipment sooner — without draining as much cash upfront.

Why $75 Million Matters

That’s not just a number for Wall Street reports. Here’s how that chunk of change could ripple down: - Fleet Upgrades: More new trucks hitting the road sooner. - Facility Improvements: Better terminals, cross-docks, and yards. - Tech Investments: More advanced safety, routing, and tracking systems.
If TFI plays it right, some of that benefit could trickle down to driver comfort, efficiency, and maybe even pay. But — and this is a big but — big corporations don’t always pass savings directly to the front lines.

Multiple Perspectives

Pro-Bill View:

Supporters say the tax bill makes U.S. trucking more competitive globally.

It encourages companies to invest in their fleets instead of holding onto older, less efficient rigs.

Creates jobs in manufacturing, maintenance, and logistics infrastructure.

Caution Flag:

Critics argue savings often go to shareholders, not workers.

There’s a risk that tax breaks could be used for acquisitions instead of reinvesting in current operations.

Accelerated depreciation may favor mega-carriers over small fleets that can’t buy trucks in bulk.

Middle Ground:

The bill could be a net positive if companies commit to transparent reinvestment plans.

Industry associations could push for public reporting on how savings are used.

Industry Response

- Large Carriers: Applauding the move, already factoring it into capital spending plans. - Small Carriers: Some feeling left out, wishing for targeted incentives for fleets under 50 trucks. - Drivers: Hopeful for better trucks and tech, skeptical about seeing any direct financial benefit.
One TFI driver put it plainly:

“If they use that $75 million to put us in newer trucks with less downtime, I’m all for it. But if it just means more office furniture in Montreal, it’s a different story.”

Why This Matters to Truckers

The practical impact depends on how TFI uses the savings: - **Positive Scenario:** More efficient trucks, better facilities, lower maintenance downtime. - **Negative Scenario:** Savings absorbed by corporate expansion, little change for the day-to-day driver experience.
For the industry, this could set a precedent. If other carriers see TFI using the tax break effectively, they might follow suit — and drivers might actually feel the benefits.

The Bottom Line

$75 million in projected savings is a windfall even for a giant like TFI. The “One Big Beautiful Bill” could help push modernization in trucking faster than planned. But drivers should keep an eye on where those dollars actually land — because a tax break doesn’t automatically mean a better ride.
If you’re behind the wheel for TFI, you might want to ask dispatch what’s on the shopping list. And if you’re at another carrier, watch closely — your company’s execs are definitely taking notes.

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