If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your diagnostic tools, welding equipment, or shop technology—now is the time to act. A sweeping new tax law just signed into effect offers powerful incentives for businesses investing in equipment or software in 2025. From expanded Section 179 write-offs to the return of 100% bonus depreciation and improved interest deductions on financing, the benefits are substantial—and available right now.

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When it comes to running a successful collision repair business, choosing the right equipment is critical—but what happens when that choice is taken away? In recent years, some OEMs have moved toward a fairer, spec-based approach to equipment approvals. But others are still playing favorites, quietly steering shops toward specific brands through closed-door decisions and questionable partnerships. This article pulls back the curtain on how those approvals really work, who benefits, and—most importantly—who’s left footing the bill. If you’re a shop owner, technician, or industry insider, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.