UQM Technologies Delivers Motor/Generator System for Long-Haul Class 8 Hybrid Truck Application

FREDERICK, Colo., Nov. 14, 2006 -- UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (AMEX:UQM) , a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today that it has delivered a permanent magnet motor/generator system for application in a long-haul Class 8 hybrid truck. The custom UQM(R) motor/generator system will be integrated into a transmission and provide power generation and electric propulsion assist to the truck's diesel engine.

Commenting on the delivery, William G. Rankin, UQM Technologies' President and Chief Executive Officer said, "We are pleased that our electric motor/generator system was selected for this class 8 hybrid truck development program. Expanding the application of our electric propulsion systems to long-haul class 8 trucks presents us with an exciting opportunity to further demonstrate improved fuel efficiency in this large and highly visible market segment."

UQM Technologies, Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of power dense, high efficiency electric motors, generators and power electronic controllers for the automotive, aerospace, medical, military and industrial markets. A major emphasis of the Company is developing products for the alternative energy technologies sector including propulsion systems for electric, hybrid electric and fuel cell electric vehicles, under-the-hood power accessories and other vehicle auxiliaries and distributed power generation applications. The Company's headquarters, engineering and product development center, and motor manufacturing operation are located in Frederick, Colorado. For more information on the Company, please visit its worldwide website at www.uqm.com.