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about Truck finance

Truck finance allows businesses to acquire commercial vehicles without paying the full cost upfront, making it a practical solution for managing cash flow while scaling operations. Instead of tying up large amounts of capital, customers can spread the cost over a fixed term—typically 3 to 7 years—while using the truck to generate income immediately. Common structures in Australia include chattel mortgages (where the business owns the truck from day one), finance leases, and hire purchase agreements. For many businesses, this approach not only preserves working capital but also opens the door to purchasing newer, more reliable vehicles that reduce downtime and maintenance costs.

For Tofu Auto, offering or facilitating truck finance can significantly improve customer conversion and satisfaction by removing one of the biggest barriers to purchase. Businesses can access funding ranging from around $20,000 to over $1 million, often covering up to 100% of the vehicle’s value, with approval based on factors like trading history, financial position, and the truck itself. Finance options also provide potential tax advantages, such as deductions on interest and depreciation, depending on the structure. By positioning finance as part of the buying journey—through pre-approvals, lender partnerships, or clear guidance—Tofu Auto can help customers get on the road faster and grow their operations with confidence.

truck finance

qualifying criteria

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We finance all types of trucks – concrete trucks, tow trucks, long haul vehicles & specialised trailers. We work with lenders who understand the transport and logistics industry who can help you get your truck sooner.

Trucks don’t need to be financed. And here at Tofu Auto we don’t recommend getting a loan unless you do need it – we’re not a fan of interest. However, most businesses choose to finance trucks as they either want to use cash elsewhere in their business, under an accountants advise for tax benefits or they don’t have the cash to purchase a truck outright.

Yes we do offer fleet management. Whether your just starting out or an existing business we are happy to take car of all your finance needs. We also have special rates available to our loyal customers to help them save further.

Yes. Used trucks are commonly financed, though lenders may consider the truck’s age, condition, and mileage when assessing the application.

 

If the vehicle is used as security the lender will have a clause that the vehicle will always need to be adequately insured. However, if we get an unsecured loan it isn’t required, but always still good practice to have some level of insurance.

Yes. You can get finance with bad credit and even a prior bankruptcy. But keep in mind not all lenders will lend to you or the rates might be slightly higher than market rates.

A deposit isn’t always required but is useful to reduce your loan and therefore your overall costs. It also may be required in some situations.

Yes we can do this through a mid-term refinance. You may have gotten your loan at a time when you had bad credit and there may now be an opportunity for a lower rate/fee loan. But we also do a refinance analysis to make sure you aren’t entering a loan that will cost you more that what you are currently paying.

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