Business mileage records
Turn business drives into reviewable mileage records.
Track business purpose and distance while keeping personal trips separate. For 2025, the IRS standard business mileage rate is 70 cents per mile, subject to eligibility and recordkeeping rules.
Mileage rate and actual expenses are different methods
The standard mileage method uses an official rate for eligible business miles. The actual-expense method allocates eligible vehicle costs based on business use. Eligibility and consistency rules can affect which method is available.
Do not add gas, depreciation, lease payments, insurance, and other vehicle operating costs on top of the standard mileage amount unless the rules specifically allow the separate item.
A defensible log needs context
A mileage total without dates and business purposes is difficult to verify. SargoTax keeps the individual trips expandable so a report can show how the total was built.
Commuting and personal travel generally are not the same as business mileage. When a trip is unclear, leave it for review rather than automatically treating it as deductible.
Plain-language answers
Common questions
What is the 2025 business mileage rate?
The IRS standard rate for eligible business use in 2025 is 70 cents per mile.
Can I deduct mileage and gas?
The standard mileage method generally incorporates vehicle operating costs. The actual-expense method is different; review the applicable IRS rules before combining items.
Does SargoTax decide whether every trip is deductible?
No. It helps organize and classify records; the taxpayer must confirm the business purpose and applicable tax treatment.
Official sources and further reading
These links support the general tax-year and jurisdiction information above. Official instructions control if guidance changes.