e Standard (New) Block Advisors Small Business Certification Te. Tax in Small Business: Due Diligence for Business Returns Question 26 of 35. All taxpayers claiming automobile expenses, whether they're using the standard mileage rate or actual expenses will need all of the following, EXCEPT: A business mileage log, including information about the purpose of the trip. Their commuting miles, stated separately from other miles. Receipts for their gas purchases and automobile maintenance. O The total miles that they drove during the year. Mark for follow up