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Vehicle Log Register Format — Free Excel and App

A vehicle log register records each trip with the vehicle, driver, distance and fuel used.

Fleet owners and offices use a vehicle log to control fuel cost and know where each vehicle went.

Vehicle Log Register format preview

DateVehicle no.DriverStart kmEnd kmDistanceFuel (litres)Purpose / route
12-Nov-2026KA01AB1234Mahesh45,21045,298889Warehouse to market

The second row is a filled sample.

What each column means

  • Date

    Example: 12-Nov-2026

  • Vehicle no.

    Example: KA01AB1234

  • Driver

    Example: Mahesh

  • Start km

    Example: 45,210

  • End km

    Example: 45,298

  • Distance

    Example: 88

  • Fuel (litres)

    Example: 9

  • Purpose / route

    Example: Warehouse to market

Vehicle Log Register FAQs

What is a vehicle log?

A record of trips with start and end reading, distance, fuel and purpose.

How do I work out mileage?

Divide distance covered by litres of fuel used.

Why keep a vehicle log?

It helps control fuel expense, plan maintenance and settle trip claims.

Can I use it for multiple vehicles?

Yes, use the vehicle number column and filter by vehicle.

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