Is can i write off gas on my taxes tax deductible?

Schedule C (Form 1040) for self-employed individuals or Form 2106 for employees claiming unreimbursed expenses.

A freelance photographer who drives to various locations for photo shoots can deduct the gas expenses incurred for those trips, either by tracking actual expenses or using the standard mileage rate.

A calculation is required for this deduction.

You must calculate the percentage of vehicle use that is for business purposes. For example, if you drove 10,000 miles in a year and 6,000 of those were for business, you can deduct 60% of your gas expenses. Alternatively, you can multiply your business miles by the IRS standard mileage rate.

To minimize audit risk, keep detailed records of your business mileage, including dates, destinations, and purpose of trips. Retain receipts for gas purchases and maintain a mileage log or use a mileage tracking app.

IRS Publication 463 (Travel, Gift, and Car Expenses)