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Guides for gig drivers.

Mileage, deductions and record-keeping, explained calmly.

• IRS Mileage Rate 2026: 72.5¢ and 76¢

  The IRS raised the 2026 standard mileage rate to $0.76/mile starting July 1. Here's what gig workers need to know about the two-rate year and how to calculate your deduction.

  Updated October 15, 2026

• How to Deduct Mileage as a DoorDash Driver in 2026

  Learn how to track and deduct mileage as a DoorDash driver in 2026. IRS standard mileage rate, what miles count, and how to save thousands on your taxes.

  Updated October 15, 2026

• 7 Best Free Mileage Tracker Apps for Gig Drivers (2026)

  Compare free mileage tracking apps for gig drivers in 2026: exact free-plan limits, how each one tracks, paid prices as listed by each vendor, and privacy.

  Updated October 15, 2026

• How to Track Mileage for Taxes: A Gig Driver's Guide (2026)

  What the IRS requires in a mileage log, which trips are deductible, manual vs automatic tracking, weak spots to avoid, and platform-specific tips for DoorDash, Uber, Instacart and Amazon Flex.

  Updated October 15, 2026

• Common Tax Deductions for US Gig Drivers (2026)

  The common deductions for self-employed US gig drivers in 2026: mileage (standard vs actual), phone, vehicle costs, supplies, parking and tolls, plus what goes on Schedule 1 instead of Schedule C, with the 2026 IRS mileage rates and a worked example.

  Updated October 15, 2026

• Best Mileage Tracker Apps for Gig Drivers (2026 Comparison)

  A factual side-by-side comparison of mileage tracker apps for gig drivers: DayHatch, Everlance, MileIQ, Stride, Gridwise and TripLog. Pricing, automatic tracking, and where your data is stored.

  Updated October 15, 2026