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Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Electric Car, Natural Gas Vehicle Stocks Profile; EVCARCO (OTCBB: EVCA)

Electric Car, Natural Gas Vehicle Stocks Profile; EVCARCO (OTCBB: EVCA)

EVCARCO (OTCBB: EVCA) to Sell Class 3-5 Commercial Compressed Natural Gas Powered Trucks at Its Green Auto Dealerships


February 22, 2011 (Investorideas.com renewable energy/green newswire) Investorideas.com a leading global investor and industry portal covering the green and renewable energy sector releases the company profile for electric car and natural gas vehicle stock, EVCARCO (OTCBB: EVCA).

Company Snapshot
EVCARCO (OTC.BB:EVCA)- Green , Electric Cars and Natural Gas Vehicles
EVCARCO (OTCBB:EVCA) (www.evcarco.com) is the first automotive retail group dedicated to deploying a coast-to-coast network of environmentally friendly franchised dealerships and vehicles. EVCARCO is bringing to market the most advanced clean technologies available in plug-in electric, alternative fuel, and pre-owned hybrid vehicles.

Recent News
EVCARCO, Inc. (OTCBB: EVCA) Accepts Invitation to Exhibit at the Ft. Worth and Dallas Auto Shows
FT. WORTH, TX - February 18, 2011 (Investorideas.com renewable energy/green newswire) - EVCARCO (OTCBB:EVCA) (Pinksheets:EVCA) announced today that it will be exhibiting the Company's current green vehicle offerings at the Ft. Worth Auto Show, being held March 17th-20th at the Ft. Worth Convention Center and the Dallas Auto Show, being held on April 7th-10th at the Dallas Convention Center. EVCARCO's exhibits will be located in the Green Exhibitor Section dedicated to eco-friendly products.
Full news: http://www.investorideas.com/CO/EVCA/news/2011/02181.asp


EVCARCO (OTCBB: EVCA) to Sell Class 3-5 Commercial Compressed Natural Gas Powered Trucks at Its Green Auto Dealerships

FT. WORTH, TX - February 15, 2011 (Investorideas.com renewable energy/green newswire) - EVCARCO (OTCBB: EVCA) announced today that it will sell CNG powered Foton MD 3000 medium-duty class 3-5 trucks at its green auto dealerships. Foton Motor Co. is the largest commercial vehicle manufacturer in China, its existing assets are in excess of 5 Billion Dollars U.S. and they have a staff of 28,000 employees. Foton has the capacity to produce up to 26,000 units of the Foton MD 3000 medium-duty class 3-5 trucks a year.
Full news : http://www.investorideas.com/CO/EVCA/news/2011/02151.asp


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Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Electric Car Firm ZAP Names New Chairman, Mr. Eqbal Al Yousuf of Dubai

Electric Car Firm ZAP Names New Chairman, Mr. Eqbal Al Yousuf of Dubai

SANTA ROSA, Calif. & DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--May 27 2008 --Electric car pioneer ZAP (OTCBB: ZAAP.OB) today named Mr. Eqbal Al Yousuf Chairman of the 13-year public Company. The effective date of his appointment will be June 2, the day of the next scheduled meeting for the board of directors.

Mr. Eqbal Al Yousuf is President of Dubai's Al Yousuf Group. He was appointed as the President of Al Yousuf Group in 2005. The Al Yousuf Group is a company that over the past 55 years has grown into a leading business conglomerate with operations ranging from Motor Vehicles, Boat Manufacturing, Auto Rental, Real Estate Development, Home Electrical Appliances, Computer Operating Systems, Electronics, Transportation and more. The Al Yousuf Group has proved to be one of the most reputed business groups in the UAE and is now working to become ISO certified in accordance with international standards of quality.

Chairman Emeritus and founder Gary Starr will continue his role with the Company and will remain on its board of directors. Starr co-founded the Company in 1994 and has been instrumental in its overall business development, R&D and product development.

"I feel the timing is right for this," said Starr, a 34-year veteran in electric transportation. "Mr. Eqbal told me that the most important technologies to invest in for the future were electric transportation and water purification. His vision and business experience are welcome just as ZAP begins its next growth phase."

Mr. Al Yousuf has been taking a greater interest in ZAP over the past year. In November, the Al Yousuf Group purchased US$5 million worth of ZAP shares. In December, he also joined ZAP's Board of Directors.

"My staff and I have researched the EV industry and have concluded that ZAP is one of the only pure-play public companies with viable electric vehicles in the marketplace at a time of record gas prices," said Mr. Al Yousuf. "I intend to use all my relationships and resources to ensure the Company will be successful and grow."

"Mr. Al Yousuf is a strong believer in alternative energy and conservation and really wants to make the world a better place," said ZAP CEO Steve Schneider. "He is taking a much stronger interest in the direction of the Company to ensure its ability to deliver vehicles on a global basis. With his relationships throughout the world, Mr. Al Yousuf believes he can make this dream become a reality."

Mr. Al Yousuf is actively involved with numerous social and environmental causes, both at a personal and business level. Mr. Al Yousuf has two Bachelors Degree, one in Computer Science and the other in Economics. He graduated from the University of Minnesota in May 1983. After he graduated he joined his father’s firm as Managing Director and in 1988 he was appointed as Deputy Chairman, Vice Chairman in 2001, and Chief Executive Officer in 2004. Eqbal Al Yousuf is married with four children and his interests include reading, travel and sea sports.

The Al Yousuf Group is involved in a multitude of industries under various subsidiaries. Al Yousuf Group has 18 subsidiaries with branch offices in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Cairo, Fujairah, Jeddah, Ras Al Khaimah, Riyadh, and Sharjah, according to The Middle East information resource Zawya (http://zawya.com/cm/profile.cfm/cid489977/).

Al-Yousuf Motors, a member of the Al-Yousuf family, is one of the leading distributors of automobiles and automotive related equipment in the Middle East. The Al Yousuf Group has developed partnerships with many of the world's renowned brand names in Asia, Europe and the USA. A number of these ventures have grown into long-term business relationships. Al Yousuf Motors' portfolio includes Daihatsu vehicles, Daewoo buses, Suzuki motorcycles and outboard engines, Yamaha motorcycles, outboard and marine engines, water vehicles, generators, boats etc.

More about Al Yousuf http://www.zapworld.com/al-yousuf-med.html

ZAP is a featured Company on Investorideas.com Green portals, China portal and Tech portal.

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For full details, click here: http://www.renewableenergystocks.com/CO/ZAAP/Default.asp


About ZAP

ZAP has been a leader in advanced transportation technologies since 1994, delivering over 100,000 vehicles to consumers in more than 75 countries. At the forefront of fuel-efficient transportation with new technologies including energy efficient gas systems, electric, hybrid and other innovative power systems, ZAP has a joint venture called Detroit Electric to manufacture electric and hybrid vehicles with Youngman Automotive Group. Detroit Electric is developing a freeway capable electric vehicle called the ZAP Alias. ZAP is also developing a new generation of vehicles using lithium batteries. The Company recently announced a strategic partnership with Dubai-based Al Yousuf Group to expand its international vehicle distribution. ZAP also makes an innovative, new portable energy technology that manages power for mobile electronics from cell phones to laptops. For product, dealer and investor information, visit http://www.zapworld.com.

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, continued acceptance of the Company's products, increased levels of competition for the Company, new products and technological changes, the Company's dependence upon third-party suppliers, intellectual property rights, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

ZAPAlex Campbell, 707-525-8658 x 241acampbell@zapworld.com

Friday, March 07, 2008

ZAP (OTCBB: ZAAP) Appoints Amos Kazzaz President of Electric Car Distribution Subsidiary Voltage Vehicles

ZAP (OTCBB: ZAAP) Appoints Amos Kazzaz President of Electric Car Distribution Subsidiary Voltage Vehicles

SANTA ROSA, CA - Mar 7, 2008 - With the growth of its electric car dealer network, ZAP (OTCBB: ZAAP) has appointed Amos S. Kazzaz as President of its Voltage Vehicles auto distribution subsidiary.

Kazzaz remains ZAP's Chief Operating Officer but was appointed as President of Voltage Vehicles to add his airline industry experience to the expansion of ZAP's auto distribution. ZAP has more than 50 automotive dealerships now in the USA with more signing up. The company is also entertaining more international distribution and considering proposals from various overseas markets. ZAP has also been receiving inquiries from auto dealerships interested in becoming dealers under ZAP's Detroit Electric joint venture with China Youngman as they prepare for launch in 2009.
Voltage Vehicles is a wholly owned subsidiary of ZAP responsible for the distribution of advanced technology vehicles. Voltage Vehicles was acquired by ZAP in July 2002.
Kazzaz has been COO of ZAP since March 2007. He served as President of United Airlines Shuttle Division from 1995 to 1999. Prior to joining ZAP, Kazzaz served as Vice President, Cost Management for United Airlines. Kazzaz also served as Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis for United. Before 2004, Kazzaz held various management positions with United involved in Real Estate, Finance and project management. Kazzaz serves on the Supervisory Board of Directors for the Alliant Credit Union. He holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Denver and a B.A. in International Affairs from the University of Colorado at Boulder.
About ZAP
ZAP has been a leader in advanced transportation technologies since 1994, delivering over 100,000 vehicles to consumers in more than 75 countries. At the forefront of fuel-efficient transportation with new technologies including energy efficient gas systems, hydrogen, electric, fuel cell, ethanol, hybrid and other innovative power systems, ZAP has a joint venture called Detroit Electric to manufacture electric and hybrid vehicles with Youngman Automotive Group, one of China's leading manufacturers of buses and trucks. Detroit Electric is developing a freeway capable electric vehicle called the ZAP Alias in collaboration with Lotus Engineering. ZAP is also developing a new generation of vehicles using advanced nanotech batteries with Advanced Battery Technologies. The Company recently announced a strategic partnership with Dubai-based Al Yousuf Group to expand its international vehicle distribution. ZAP also makes an innovative, new portable energy technology that manages power for mobile electronics from cell phones to laptops. For product, dealer and investor information, visit http://www.zapworld.com.
Forward-looking statements in this release are made pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, continued acceptance of the Company's products, increased levels of competition for the Company, new products and technological changes, the Company's dependence upon third-party suppliers, intellectual property rights, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
ZAP is a featured Company on Investorideas.com Green portals, China portal and Tech portal. For full details, click here: http://www.renewableenergystocks.com/CO/ZAAP/Default.asp Contact: ZAP Alex Campbell 707-525-8658 acampbell@zapworld.com
Source: ZAP

Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Top 10 Energy Stock List Picks Electric Car Maker ZAP (OTC BB: ZAAP)

Top 10 Energy Stock List Picks Electric Car Maker ZAP (OTC BB: ZAAP)

SANTA ROSA, CA----Feb 19, 2008 -- Energy Tech Stocks (http://energytechstocks.com) named ZAP #1 in a special feature of "10 Companies That Appear to Have a Chance to Hit It Big."
ZAP (OTC BB:ZAAP.OB has grabbed global headlines in the past few months with its work in electric cars; such popular media as Popular Mechanics, Motor Trend, Automotive News Europe, Wired Magazine, NBC Network News, ABC Network News, The Daily Telegraph, Edmunds, AOL News and countless others.

"Just as important to a company like ZAP," writes Energy Tech Stocks, "experts think the electric vehicle market will be open to small and large companies alike. Indeed, there are more than 30 companies, many of them private firms, presently developing electric vehicles, any of which may one day be in people's garages.

"ZAP seems to be building momentum. It's adding to its dealer network in the U.S., which presently stands at a little over 50 but could, if the company meets its goal, hit 100 by the end of the year. In addition, the company has a joint venture agreement with China Youngman Automotive Group under which it hopes to introduce highway capable electric and hybrid vehicles under the revived 'Detroit Electric' brand name."

EnergyTechStocks.com was established to report on the ongoing revolution caused by the rapidly rising demand for energy. Its staff is made up of accredited authors, industry experts and journalists with experience working for The Wall Street Journal, CNBC, CBS television and CBS Marketwatch and The New York Times.

About ZAP

ZAP has been a leader in advanced transportation technologies since 1994, delivering over 100,000 vehicles to consumers in more than 75 countries. At the forefront of fuel-efficient transportation with new technologies including energy efficient gas systems, hydrogen, electric, fuel cell, ethanol, hybrid and other innovative power systems, ZAP has a joint venture called Detroit Electric to manufacture electric and hybrid vehicles with Youngman Automotive Group, one of China's leading manufacturers of buses and trucks. Detroit Electric is developing a freeway capable electric vehicle called the ZAP Alias in collaboration with Lotus Engineering. ZAP is also developing a new generation of vehicles using advanced nanotech batteries with Advanced Battery Technologies. The Company recently announced a strategic partnership with Dubai-based Al Yousuf Group to expand its international vehicle distribution. ZAP also makes an innovative, new portable energy technology that manages power for mobile electronics from cell phones to laptops. For product, dealer and investor information, visit http://www.zapworld.com.

Forward-looking statements in this release are made pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, continued acceptance of the Company's products, increased levels of competition for the Company, new products and technological changes, the Company's dependence upon third-party suppliers, intellectual property rights, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

ZAP is a featured Company on Investorideas.com Green portals, China portal and Tech portal.

For full details, click here: http://www.renewableenergystocks.com/CO/ZAAP/Default.asp


Contact: Contact: ZAP Alex Campbell 707-525-8658 acampbell@zapworld.com