Can I deduct can you deduct gas as a business expense?

Gas expenses can be deducted if they are directly related to the operation of your business. This typically applies to vehicles used for business purposes, such as visiting clients, traveling between job sites, or delivering goods. Personal use of the vehicle is not deductible. You can choose between deducting actual expenses (including gas) or using the standard mileage rate, which covers all vehicle-related costs. The choice should be based on which method provides a larger deduction, but you must be consistent in your method throughout the tax year. For example, if you use your car 70% for business and 30% for personal use, you can only deduct 70% of the gas expenses if you opt for the actual expense method.