Published: April 09, 2008
A Whole New Breed of Hybrid: High-Performance Fisker Karma Featured in Robb Report
IRVINE, Calif., April 9, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Quantum Fuel
Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. (Nasdaq: QTWW), today announced that the
Quantum-powered Fisker Karma, a high-performance hybrid sports sedan built
through a partnership with Fisker Automotive, is featured in the April 2008
edition of the Robb Report Collection.
The article highlights the breakthrough "eco-chic" hybrid design from
renowned Danish designer Henrik Fisker that runs on Quantum Technologies'
"Q-Drive" -- a fully electric-powered system that offers zero-emissions, no
compromise on power, and achieves 100 miles per gallon.
The innovative Q-Drive is a hybrid propulsion system configured with a
small gasoline engine used solely to power an electric generator that charges
a lithium-ion battery pack. The advanced propulsion system can take the Karma
from 0 to 60 mph in 5.8 seconds, reaching speeds in excess of 125 mph.
Quantum's Q-Drive technology will provide a base for all future
derivatives from Fisker Automotive and moves Quantum one-step closer to its
goal of becoming the premier, fully integrated alternative energy company. In
addition to supplying the Q-Drive, each Fisker Karma will incorporate
Quantum-Asola's solar roof, produced through Quantum's partner, the
German-based solar module manufacturer, Asola.
Fisker expects to deliver 100 of the luxury hybrids by the end of 2009
with full production commencing in 2010. For more information, visit
http://www.qtww.com or http://www.fiskerautomotive.com.
About Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc.
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide Inc., a fully integrated
alternative energy company, is a leader in the development and production of
advanced propulsion systems, energy storage technologies, and alternative fuel
vehicles. Quantum's portfolio of technologies includes advanced lithium-ion
battery systems, electronic controls, hybrid electric drive systems, hydrogen
storage and metering systems, and alternative fuel technologies that enable
fuel efficient, low emission hybrid, plug-in hybrid electric, fuel cell, and
alternative fuel vehicles. Quantum's power-train engineering, system
integration, vehicle manufacturing, and assembly capabilities provide
fast-to-market solutions to support the production of hybrid, plug-in hybrid,
hydrogen-powered hybrid, fuel cell, alternative fuel, and specialty vehicles
as well as modular, transportable, hydrogen refueling stations. Quantum's
customer base includes automotive OEMs, dealer networks, fleets, aerospace
industry, military and other government entities, and other strategic alliance
partners. For more information, visit http://www.qtww.com.
About Fisker Automotive, Inc.
Keeping with the company's mantra of "Simply World Class," Fisker
Automotive and its retailers will offer a customer experience second to none.
All retailers will be housed in eco-friendly facilities and will offer
consumers a unique personal approach, including the ability to ask questions
via video conference with an expert at Fisker Automotive headquarters and
flexible scheduling based on consumer availability.
Fisker Automotive is a privately owned car company with Henrik Fisker
serving as the CEO. Fisker Coachbuild, LLC will be the exclusive design house
for Fisker Automotive through the entire range of product development.
Additional executive team members include Vic Doolan, Board Member FA &
Director of Retail Development; Alan Niedzwiecki, CEO Quantum Technologies &
Board Member FA; Bernhard Koehler, COO; Thomas Fritz, Director of Engineering;
and production design by Alexander Klatt, formerly of BMW and Mark Clarke
formerly of Porsche. This experienced team will help Fisker Automotive lead
the future and redefine automotive design by creating the ultimate eco-chic
car-cars that marry unparalleled style with environmental consciousness.
Forward-Looking Statements: Except for historical information, the
statements, expectations, and assumptions contained in the foregoing press
release are forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements
include, but are not limited to, the Company's expectations regarding expected
future revenues and operating results; future opportunities for Quantum; the
Company's ability to fulfill orders in the future; and other statements about
the future expectations, beliefs, goals, plans, or prospects expressed by
management. Such statements are subject to a number of risks and
uncertainties, and actual results could differ materially from those discussed
in any forward-looking statement. Factors that could cause actual results to
differ materially from such forward-looking statements include, among other
factors, prevailing market conditions; the Company's ability to design and
market automotive products; the Company's ability to meet customer
specifications and qualification requirements; availability of component parts
and raw materials that meet the Company's requirements; and the Company's
ability to source alternative materials and suppliers. Reference should also
be made to the risk factors set forth from time to time in the Company's SEC
reports, including but not limited to those contained in the section entitled
"Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year
ended April 30, 2007. The Company does not undertake to update or revise any
of its forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes show
that the indicated results or events will not be realized.
Contact:
At the Company:
Dale Rasmussen
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc.
Investor Relations
Email: DRasmussen@qtww.com
1-206-315-8242
Investor Relations:
RedChip Companies, Inc.
Sanford Diday
1-800-REDCHIP (733-2447, Ext. 115)
info@redchip.com
http://www.redchip.com
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