The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) standard mileage rate is a set amount per mile that taxpayers can deduct for business-related driving expenses. For 2025, the standard mileage rate is 62.5 cents per mile. This rate is used to calculate the deductible portion of car expenses, including gas, oil, repairs, maintenance, depreciation, and insurance.
The standard mileage rate is a convenient and easy way to track business-related driving expenses. It is also a beneficial tax deduction for taxpayers who use their vehicles for business purposes. Using the standard mileage rate eliminates the need to keep detailed records of actual expenses, which can save time and paperwork.