Q1 joins Cariqa: Transparent Charging, Direct to Drivers

Why Q1 is Now Partnering with Cariqa – and What That Means for EV Drivers

Q1 Energie AG, an independent energy company rooted in the German SME sector with over 230 locations and more than 200 charging points across Germany, is now partnering with Cariqa.
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What does that mean?

It’s a major step toward greater transparency, fairness, and a closer connection between CPOs and end customers. Thanks to our platform, Q1 can now bring its charging infrastructure directly to you – without detours and without markups.

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Fewer middlemen. More control.

Q1 is reclaiming control over its own charging points – deciding for themselves how prices are set, how payments are handled, and how they interact with customers. With Cariqa, that’s all possible.

• Q1 sets its own prices. No markups. No third parties taking a cut. What you see is the real price – straight from the operator.
  
  
• Feedback goes directly to Q1. No black box, no detour through roaming platforms – if you notice something, it reaches the right people.
  
  
• Payments are processed directly. No paperwork, no outstanding invoices, no waiting time.
  
  
• And: Q1 can respond flexibly. Prices can be adjusted based on utilization – even automatically via AI. Fair and easy to understand.
  
  

What does this mean for EV drivers?

• Real price transparency. You see exactly what charging costs – no confusing tariffs.
  
  
• You stay informed. If prices drop, you’ll be notified – automatically.
  
  
• Q1 brings experience and responsibility to the charging network – with the same reliability as in their traditional fuel business.
  
  

Another partner is taking a new direction: Q1 is opting for direct access to customers and greater transparency.

We’re excited to support this transition with our platform. A warm welcome to Q1 on the Cariqa platform!