SouthPort Truck Group

  Are you thinking about purchasing a commercial vehicle in the current tax year? If you purchase a new or used commercial vehicle from Southport Truck Group before the end of the year, you can receive a tax benefit for your business!   Thanks to new guidelines under the IRS Section 179 tax code, many small businesses that invest in a qualifying Freightliner Sprinter van can take deductions up to $25,900 - saving you up to $5,439! This deduction can get you a top of the line commercial vehicle with bottom-line tax savings.    What Is Section 179? Section 179 of the IRS tax code allows business owners to deduct the cost of qualifying a Freightliner Sprinter van purchased or financed during the current tax year. If you buy or lease a qualifying vehicle, you can deduct the full purchase price (including the amount financed) from your gross income. An incentive created by the U.S. government, it encourages businesses to buy equipment and invest in themselves.   To...

During 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the ways companies across Florida and the nation do business. As owners and employees navigate to the “new normal” many have adapted or changed the way they do business to remain operating (and in some cases, thriving) during the pandemic.    How can transforming your Freightliner Sprinter van bring new life to your business? Some businesses are converting their delivery van to mobile showrooms. This allows them to bring the product to the customer for an on-site demonstration, as some customers are hesitant to visit the brick-and-mortar stores. A microbrewery renovated its van into a traveling tasting room.    And perhaps the most dramatic of transformations: a southeast Pennsylvania-based industrial bolting and calibration company transformed its Sprinter van into a mobile workshop on wheels.    The company sells, rents, repairs, and calibrates specialty tools for power plants and refineries. These tools, w...

After a two-year absence, Freightliner Sprinter announced that a new 2.0-liter, four-cylinder diesel engine Sprinter Cargo Van is joining the fleet and will arrive at dealerships late 2020.  The new diesel model joins the robust Sprinter lineup that includes the 3.0-liter, six-cylinder turbo diesel Cargo, Crew, Passenger, and Cab Chassis; and the 2.0-liter, four-cylinder gasoline Cargo, Crew, and Passenger models. The new and improved four-cylinder diesel model comes with an advanced powertrain, producing 161 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. The new model will be offered with a seven-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive configuration. Available wheelbase options include the 144-inch wheelbase with a standard roof, 170-inch wheelbase, and 170-inch extended wheelbase with a high roof offering - perfect for hauling all the equipment and parts you need to complete the job. In addition to power, Sprinter quality retains its value over the haul, making it a...

Winning is not a sometime thing; it’s an all-time thing. You don’t win once in a while, you don’t do things right once in a while, you do them right all the time. Winning is a habit.  Vince Lombardi The Freightliner Sprinter doesn’t do anything halfway. From great resale value and lower fuel costs to advanced safety and technological features and fewer maintenance costs, the Sprinter Van is a winner at delivering long-term savings and value for the long haul. The proof is in the awards. ALG Residual Value Award The Sprinter Van has received the prestigious ALG Residual Value Awards (RVA), Full-size Commercial Van segment for a fourth consecutive year. This should come as no surprise as Sprinter’s fuel economy, proven durability, and capabilities make it a smart investment for any business. The RVA recognizes vehicles that are projected to retain the greatest value over the next three years. This is one of the most important considerations for buyers when the tota...

While Freightliner has been “hard at work” for the past ninety years, the Freightliner Sprinter Cargo Van didn’t make its US debut until 2001. Sprinter is built in a new state-of-the-art facility in North Charleston, SC, with the capacity and technology to meet the needs of Sprinter now and into the future. Since then, the   Freightliner Sprinter has evolved into a leading commercial van manufacturer - helping you and your business keep one step ahead of the competition. However, that pioneering spirit is as strong as ever when it comes to the new Sprinter Vans. Here’s a timeline of the Sprinter Cargo Van’s brief yet influential history in the USA: ●        2001 - The first generation Freightliner Sprinter Van is introduced. ●         2004 - Electronic Stability Program (ESP ® ) is standard on all Sprinter Vans. ESP ® is upgraded two years later. ●        2007 - The se...

Southport Truck has always been committed to providing our customers with exceptional customer service while making the safety and reliability of your vehicles our top priority. We are proud to announce a new, added-value service to our commercial customers. Commercial customers are what we do all day, every day. Our Service Department has invested in diagnostic software allowing us to provide full fleet care for all your commercial vehicle needs. Our “One-Stop-Shop” allows our clients to have seamless service records with one provider. This provides you a more efficient service experience for everything from routine maintenance to more complicated service issues, all from our expert team.  Our Elite Support℠ Certified technicians provide rapid diagnosis, responsive turnaround time, consistent communication, robust parts availability, and superb customer service. With our expanded capacity for service, our highly-trained technicians possess a solid understanding of al...

Whether you’re an electrician plumber, general contractor, delivery driver, or florist, investing in a commercial vehicle is a smart choice for your business. The addition of a new van (or fleet of vans) can be strategic and add value, so long as they meet the needs of your business.   Enter the Freightliner Sprinter van; a van designed and built with individuality, productivity, and efficiency for whatever job you decide to take on.   Here are the benefits that a Sprinter van can provide your business: ●        Material Handling. If your business moves large amounts of materials or equipment regularly, owning a Sprinter will help reduce costs. Purchasing a commercial van also eliminates the need to rent a vehicle for larger jobs or events, allowing your business and employees to save time and money. ●        Promotion. You have the option to affix your logo somewhere on the vehicle or apply a van ...