Q IN CHARGE

What if the biggest obstacle to building America's future isn't technology—but bureaucracy? In this episode of Q in Charge , Joe the Q explores the hidden costs of slow permitting, excessive paperwork, inconsistent requirements, utility delays, and poor communication that impact construction and infrastructure projects across the United States. Drawing on real industry experience, he explains how...

The global automotive industry is entering one of the most disruptive periods in its history. In this episode of Q in Charge , Joe the Q explores the emerging battery revolution, Toyota's ambitious solid-state battery technology targeted for 2027-2028, China's rapid rise as the world's EV manufacturing powerhouse, Canada's growing EV ambitions, and South America's critical role in supplying the mi...

What if the biggest breakthroughs shaping humanity’s future aren’t the ones making the nightly news? In this special episode of Q in Charge , Joe the Q takes listeners on a journey across the globe to explore ten extraordinary technologies that could redefine civilization over the coming decades. From Synthetic Intelligence and quantum computing to fusion energy, personalized cancer vaccines, CRIS...

America's EV charging industry is entering a new era. In this episode of Q in Charge, Joe the Q takes a deep dive into the explosive growth of EV infrastructure across the United States, examining the rapid expansion of networks from Tesla, EVgo, Walmart, and IONNA, while uncovering the challenges that still threaten to slow progress. From California's mature EV ecosystem to Texas' booming growth,...

In this episode of Q in Charge , Joe the Q breaks down the latest shifts shaping the world economy and the future of green energy. From rising energy demand and AI-driven infrastructure growth to EV adoption, renewable power, energy storage, and global competition, this episode explores how technology, economics, and energy security are becoming one connected story. This is not just about clean en...

In this episode of Q in Charge , Joe the Q breaks down a major shift happening quietly in the automotive market—the explosive growth of used electric vehicle sales. With record-breaking numbers, rising consumer demand, and prices finally aligning with gas vehicles, the EV transition is entering a new phase that many are still overlooking. Joe dives into the data behind the surge, the impact of ris...

What if the future of energy isn’t about creating something new—but rediscovering what already works? In this episode of Q in Charge , Joe the Q dives into one of the most overlooked technologies in modern energy systems and explores why it never scaled despite its reliability, efficiency, and long-term performance. From real-world applications in critical infrastructure to its potential role in E...

In this episode of Q in Charge , Joe the Q breaks down the rapidly shifting landscape of energy, mobility, and global supply chains amid rising geopolitical tensions. As disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz drive oil prices higher and expose vulnerabilities in global energy systems, the conversation explores how these shocks are influencing electric vehicle adoption, battery storage (BESS), and...

In this special episode of Q in Charge , Joe the Q takes a deeper look at how current global events are influencing the future of energy, mobility, and technology. As tensions in the Middle East disrupt critical energy routes such as the Strait of Hormuz, the world is once again reminded of how fragile global supply chains can be. With oil shipments threatened and energy markets reacting quickly,...

In this Special Edition of Q in Charge , Joe the Q breaks down the accelerating global power shift in the auto industry. We trace how Chinese automakers are expanding worldwide through scale, cost advantage, and fast-moving tech ecosystems, then zoom into Western Europe—especially Germany—to unpack what the EV era means for legacy giants like Volkswagen, BMW, and Mercedes as competition intensifie...

In this episode of Q in Charge , Joe the Q explores two major forces shaping the future of electric mobility. First, we break down Toyota’s advancements in solid-state battery technology—how it works, why it promises ultra-fast charging and extended driving range, and what it could mean for EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and long-term vehicle ownership. Then, the conversation shifts to Tesl...

In the first episode of 2026, Q in Charge returns with a forward-looking conversation on the forces shaping the future of electrification. Host Joe the Q reflects on the past year, sets the tone for what’s ahead, and explores how EV charging policies, infrastructure development, and rising energy demand are converging into a decisive moment for the industry. This episode features a deep discussion...

In this powerful episode of Q in Charge , Joe the Q breaks down one of the most urgent challenges in America’s transition to clean transportation: the lack of a genuinely nationwide public EV charging network. While EV adoption accelerates in major cities and coastal states, vast parts of the country remain “charging deserts,” with little to no access to fast, reliable charging. Joe explains why b...

Be Prepared for the Hardships. Entrepreneurship isn't about avoiding hardship; it's about choosing which hardship you can stomach. In this week's podcast episode, Sergej Marojevic shared something powerful as a guest with host Maxine Morel: "The road to success isn't paved with comfort. It's lined with challenges designed to test whether you want it badly enough."We forget this essential truth. Ev...

In this episode of Q in Charge , host Joe the Q unpacks the hidden realities behind America’s EV charging boom — the money powering it, the grid straining to sustain it, and the fleets driving it forward. From rising energy costs to smart-charging innovation, Joe explores how the next phase of electrification will demand not just faster chargers, but smarter ones.

In this episode of Q in Charge , host Joe the Q explores the record-breaking expansion of America’s EV charging network in 2025. With public fast-charging stations up 19% in just nine months, the landscape is shifting fast — and so are the players. Tesla’s long-held dominance is being challenged by new entrants like Ionna, Mercedes-Benz HPC, BP Pulse, and Walmart, each building the next generation...

In this episode of Q in Charge , host Joe the Q reports from Dallas, Texas with the latest updates on America’s EV charging infrastructure. After a short pause due to vacation and business travels, the show returns with an in-depth look at revised federal guidance under the NEVI program, the lifting of a funding freeze, and how these changes are reshaping the pace of deployment. The episode also e...

In this episode of Q in Charge , host Sergej Marojevic , CEO of Qcharge, sits down with Makoto Kern to explore the transformative power of artificial intelligence across industries. From his personal journey into the AI space to his vision for how this technology will reshape the future, Makoto shares insights on the practical use cases of AI, the challenges of responsible implementation, and the...

In this episode of Q in Charge , host Joe the Q takes you deep into the emerging world of wireless EV charging—one of the most talked-about yet least understood innovations in electric mobility. We examine the current state of the technology, from its limited real-world availability to the challenges slowing down widespread adoption. Joe breaks down what leading automakers are doing to develop com...

In this gripping episode of Q in Charge , host Joe the Q dives into the electrifying crossroads of politics, policy, and power. From the dramatic fallout between Trump and Musk to the federal rollback of key EV incentives, this episode explores how current U.S. politics are reshaping the EV industry, energy infrastructure, and digital finance. As data centers, crypto mining, and electrification su...

In this electrifying episode of Q in Charge , host Joe the Q dives deep into one of the most pressing issues of our time — the global energy squeeze. As the world races toward full-scale electrification, from electric vehicles to artificial intelligence, data centers, and the rise of digital currency, the demand for power is outpacing infrastructure. Joe explores how geopolitical tensions, resourc...

Join Joe the Q in this groundbreaking episode of Q in Charge as we journey into the heart of 2025’s most astonishing medical technology breakthroughs. This episode unpacks two seismic shifts in modern healthcare: the rise of scalpel-free cancer therapies that are reshaping oncological treatment, and the deployment of real-time AI-powered cardiac screening that detects heart conditions in seconds —...

Join Sergej Marojevic, a seasoned expert and visionary in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, as he shares his remarkable journey from engineer to entrepreneur. In this episode of Q in Charge , Sergej opens up about the challenges, breakthroughs, and insider knowledge that shaped his path in electrification and infrastructure. From navigating policy and utility hurdles to deploying large-scale EV...

In this episode of Q in Charge , Joe the Q dives into the uncertain future of EV tax credits with the new administration, focusing on the controversial 30C rollback proposal and its impact on charging infrastructure. From federal cutbacks to shifting state rebates, this episode uncovers what these changes mean for EV owners, installers, and the road to electrification. And what is the status of st...

In this episode, we are bringing to our listeners an interview with Sergej Marojevic hosted on the Action Coach Business coaching podcast with Sean Soenmakers, founder of QCharge, an innovative EV charging infrastructure company. Sergej shares his inspiring journey from Serbia to the U.S., his roots in mechanical engineering, and how hands-on field experience shaped his practical, customer-first a...