What information should I keep in a mileage log?
Record the trip date, locations, miles, category, and business purpose, and review trips promptly.
A complete mileage record should include:
- The business purpose (title and description) of the trip
- The date of the trip
- The vehicle used
- The starting point and destination
- The number of miles driven
- The trip category, such as business or personal
Review your trips regularly and correct missing or inaccurate details before creating a report. Complete, timely records make it easier to support a reimbursement request or prepare tax documentation.