Can freelancers deduct can i write off gas and mileage?

Freelancers can deduct vehicle expenses if the vehicle is used for business purposes. They have two options: the standard mileage rate or actual expenses. The standard mileage rate, set annually by the IRS, covers gas, maintenance, and depreciation. Alternatively, they can deduct actual expenses like gas, oil, repairs, and insurance, but must prorate these costs based on the percentage of business use. Personal commuting is not deductible. For example, if a freelancer drives 10,000 miles in a year and 6,000 of those miles are for business, they can deduct 60% of their actual vehicle expenses or use the standard mileage rate for the 6,000 business miles.