Tankestopp

Tankestopp is a term used to describe a planned stop during a journey to refuel a vehicle at a fuel station. The word combines tank (fuel tank) and stopp (stop) and is used in several Scandinavian languages in the context of road travel and transport planning.

In practice, a tankestopp typically occurs at a petrol or diesel station along a highway or major road. Stations provide refueling pumps and payment options, and many also offer convenience stores, restrooms, and food services. With the expansion of electric mobility, many stops now also provide charging points, broadening the concept to include refueling energy for electric vehicles.

For drivers and transport operators, tankestopp are an important element of trip planning. They help define driving time, provide opportunities to rest, and influence fuel economy and route choice. In regions with dense networks of service stations, travelers often plan shorter intervals between tankestopp to minimize the risk of running out of fuel and to keep schedules on track.

Terminology for the concept varies by language, but the underlying idea remains the same: a designated break to replenish a vehicle’s fuel supply during travel. Modern navigation systems and travel planning tools frequently optimize routes to include an appropriate number and placement of tankestopp, balancing speed, cost, and comfort.