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James Patterson

Former Operations Manager at DoorDash
Updated: January 18, 2026
Expenses

Vehicle Costs

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Definition

All expenses related to using a vehicle for gig work: gas, maintenance, insurance, depreciation.

Related Terms

Mileage Deduction
Tax deduction for business use of personal vehicle, calculated using standard mileage rate (67 cents/mile in 2024) or actual expenses.
Depreciation
Decrease in vehicle value over time, a major hidden cost of gig driving.
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FAQs

What are major vehicle costs?

Gas, maintenance, insurance, depreciation, repairs.

How to deduct?

Standard mileage rate or actual expenses.

Similar Terms

Dead Miles

Miles driven without a paying passenger or delivery, such as driving to pickup locations or returning after drop-off.

Depreciation

Decrease in vehicle value over time, a major hidden cost of gig driving.
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