How do I deduct vehicle expenses when I drove my own car to a convention related to my online business? Can I just use the mileage for my deduction? What form do I need?

[Niki]

I don't use my car in my business, only for this convention. Do I have to fill out the whole car expense form? Is there a way I can deduct the expenses as Travel Expenses?

[Vanessa · Accepted solution]

Yes, you can deduct your vehicle expenses.  You can use either mileage or actual expenses. 

These expenses will be entered on Form 2106 and then transferred to Schedule C

Yes, you need to fill out the whole car expense form/ answer all the questions asked about the car.  

The correct way to deduct the travel in your own vehicle to and from the convention is to report it as a vehicle/mileage expense filling out the car worksheet

[Niki]

Thank you Vanessa!