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Mileage Log from Google Maps App for iPhone

Now on the App Store: Mileage Log from Google Maps for iPhone

Our Mileage Log from Google Maps app is now available in the Apple App Store! iPhone users can convert Google Maps Timeline drives into an IRS-compliant mileage log directly on their phone. No desktop. No file transfers. No extra tools. Everything happens in the app. What the App Does The app converts your Google Maps Timeline location history into a structured, IRS-ready mileage log. Instead of tracking every drive live, you use the data Google has already recorded and turn it into clean documentation for tax deductions, retroactive mileage reconstruction,

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Choose distance calculation method

Only at MileageWise: Choose the Way to Calculate Your Mileage

We’ve upgraded how mileage is calculated in our mileage tracker app. 🎉 From now on, you can choose between two distance calculation methods depending on how you drive. Whether you prefer a lighter, privacy-first option or full route tracking with exact path details, you’re in control. 👉 Open our mileage tracker app and select your preferred method with the new toggle: Table of Contents Let’s break down what each option does and who it’s best for: Server-Based Distance Calculation How it works The app records your arrivals at each stop,

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company car or car allowance - there is more to this question

Company Car vs Car Allowance: Which is Better for Your Business?

Last Updated: January 19, 2025 Deciding between a company car vs car allowance for your employees involves weighing costs, flexibility, and tax implications. For U.S. businesses, a company car means the employer or company owns or leases the vehicle, covering all expenses, but it adds administrative work and can be a taxable benefit for personal use. A car allowance, on the other hand, gives employees a fixed payment to use their own vehicle, offering freedom but is usually fully taxable as income. Let’s explore which option best fits your company’s

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Vehicle fleet software are crucial for managing company cars

Vehicle Fleet Software to Boost Your Business

Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Vehicle fleet software helps businesses handle their vehicles much better, cutting down costs and making everything run smoother. This type of software uses smart technology like GPS, AI, and telematics to track, manage, and optimize your entire fleet. It’s becoming a must-have for any business with vehicles, from delivery services to construction companies.  Table of Contents Why Vehicle Fleet Software is a Game Changer for Your Business Running a fleet of vehicles comes with many challenges. You juggle high fuel costs, confusing maintenance schedules, driver

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Is Mileage Reimbursement Taxable - Not if it falls under an accountable plan

Is Mileage Reimbursement Taxable? The Need to Knows

January 16, 2026 Mileage reimbursement is not taxable if your company follows IRS rules. Specifically, if you reimburse employees at or below the IRS standard business mileage rate and use an accountable plan, the reimbursement is tax-free. However, amounts paid over this rate, or under a non-accountable plan, become taxable income. In this guide, we’ll explain when mileage reimbursement is taxable and when it’s not, how accountable plans work, and what records the IRS expects. You’ll also learn how small mistakes, like missing mileage logs or late submissions, can turn

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