can you claim gasoline on taxes
Fuel and Road Use Tax - Agriculture Tax Tips. You may be eligible to claim a credit or refund of excise taxes on fuel used on a farm for farming purposes. This applies if you are the owner, tenant, or operator of a farm. You can claim only a credit for the tax on gasoline used on a farm for farming purposes.
Deducting Actual Cost. Deducting the actual cost of the gasoline you use is called the actual expense method of deduction. Using this method, you deduct the actual cost of the gasoline you use for business purposes only. You also can deduct maintenance expenses, such as routine oil changes. If you use the vehicle for both business and personal use, you must calculate the percent of time the vehicle is used for business and deduct only that percent of gasoline from your taxes.