ZAP Cars to Include Unlimited Mileage Warranty

SANTA ROSA, Calif., Sept. 17 -- Advanced transportation pioneer ZAP (BULLETIN BOARD: ZAPZ) announced today that its electric cars will now include an unlimited mileage warranty, a new industry standard.

Electric automobiles are known for their reliability, having fewer moving parts and lower maintenance costs. However, ZAP says it wants to assure its customers-many who will own an electric car for the first time-by offering the best warranty in the industry. The warranty will be available on selected new cars from ZAP, including its ZAP L.U.V.(TM) and the new ZAPCAR(TM) LSV that it unveiled yesterday at its headquarters in Santa Rosa, California.

ZAP announced today that it has signed an agreement with A.U.L. Corp., a Napa, California-based auto insurance agency that has agreed to underwrite ZAP's automobile manufacturer service contracts, including post-sale support and infrastructure to carry out customer needs. An 11-year-old company, A.U.L. operates a nationwide network that specializes in offering "peace of mind" service contracts for new and used cars.

"We are delighted to be partnering with ZAP," say Luis Nieves, President of A.U.L. "I was actually the first one to give their CEO, Steve Schneider, a ride in my electric car several years ago and we have shared the vision ever since. I'm looking forward to participating in the growth of the industry."

"ZAP wants to set a new standard in customer service for its automobiles and we are pleased to share this vision with A.U.L.," says ZAP Chief Executive Officer Steve Schneider. "Early adopters of electric automobiles are a sophisticated clientele and ZAP wants to reward them for their decision to invest in the future of transportation. At the same time, we want to assure our customers that they will not need to sacrifice any convenience when they make the decision to go electric. We want them to know they made the right decision and that ZAP will stand behind its products with the best warranty in the industry."

Under the new ZAP Consumer Confidence Guarantee, all new ZAP cars will receive a manufacturer's guarantee, regardless of the mileage accrued. ZAP car owners will have the benefits of parts and service protection at the service center of their choice in all 50 U.S. states. The service contract includes 24-hour roadside assistance, 7 days a week, and includes rental cars and trip-interruption protection.

ZAP is establishing a distribution network for its electric vehicles in the independent auto dealer market. In 2002, ZAP merged with Voltage Vehicles, a distribution company targeting the automotive market with advanced transportation technologies. Voltage Vehicles has licensed for the distribution of vehicles from a number of different vehicle manufacturers. ZAP is developing a L.U.V.-Line of freeway-capable electric automobiles and plans to offer the Consumer Confidence Guarantee on future cars. Limited dealership opportunities are available.

About ZAP

ZAP, which stands for Zero Air Pollution(R), has been a world leader in electric transportation since 1994, helping to spark the emergence of electric bicycles and scooters as mainstream transportation around the world. ZAP has delivered more than 80,000 electric vehicles to commuters and recreational users in more than 60 countries. ZAP is traded on the Over-the-Counter Bulletin Board under the symbol ZAPZ. For more information on how to purchase the ZAP's new cars, call 707-525-8658 or visit http://www.zapworld.com/ .