| Service | Use Case | |---------|-----------| | | Automatic payment of vignettes (Germany, Austria) or distance-based tolls (France, Italy, Spain) via onboard unit integration. | | Parking | Secure, guarded truck parking (e.g., TruckEuropa, Park4Night partner sites). | | Washing | Truck wash facilities – essential for refrigerated or food-grade transport. | | Repairs & Maintenance | Partner garages for emergency repairs (billed to the card, no driver cash outlay). | | LNG/CNG | For alternative-fuel trucks (increasing in NL-DE corridors). |
1. Introduction: Beyond the Dutch Border For a Dutch business owner, the "tankkaart" (fuel card) is a standard tool for domestic expense management. However, the moment a van crosses into Belgium, a truck heads toward Germany, or a sales team drives through France, the standard local fuel card becomes a liability. This is where the Tankkaart Zakelijk Europa (European Business Fuel Card) transforms from a simple payment method into a strategic financial and logistical instrument. tankkaart zakelijk europa
| Cost Element | Typical Range (ex. VAT) | Negotiability | |--------------|------------------------|----------------| | Monthly card fee | €1 – €4 per card | Low for <10 cards | | Transaction fee | €0.10 – €0.40 per fuel stop | Medium | | Network fee (access to stations) | 0.5% – 1.5% of fuel value | High (volume) | | Fuel surcharge (vs. pump price) | €0.00 – €0.02 per liter | High (key negotiable) | | Cross-border fee | €0 – €0.50 per foreign transaction | Medium | | Toll processing fee | €0.50 – €2 per toll transaction | Medium | | Service | Use Case | |---------|-----------| |