Can i claim the gas as my expense if I am self employed and I worked out of state last year, 2019. I used my dad's vehicle for 6 weeks and paid for gas.

[KathrynG3]

Yes, but it depends. The rules are vehicle expenses are claimed as actual expenses or standard mileage, but not both. It may be worth adding up the number of miles to determine which is the larger deduction.

If you would like to take either, the first year, you must take the standard mileage deduction. Commuting miles do not count.

To learn more about your options, click the articles below:

Can I switch between the standard mileage and actual expense method?

[cathehelton]

My dad and I worked out of state last year. We both used his car. I used it when he was not working. There’s 6 weeks I used the car and paid for gas. Can I claim gas for this 6 weeks? He will he claiming the vehicle and expenses for the rest of the year on his taxes. I just need to know if I can claim the gas the 6 weeks I used the vehicle. 

[AnnetteB6]

Yes, you can claim your actual expenses for the gasoline you purchased.  It would need to be prorated between business and personal miles during the period that you used the vehicle.

Since you do not own the vehicle, the standard mileage rate is not available to you.