Low Emission Vehicle

16th July 2008

Car Shopping Tip - Save On Fuel And Get $1000 From The Canadian Government

Here is a car shopping tip you don’t see everyday. In March 2007 the Canadian Government announced in their budget that a rebate would be available for fuel efficient vehicles, referred to as the ecoAuto Rebate Program.

The idea is to reward those drivers who are trying to help with the environment by driving vehicles that are more fuel efficient. So here is a win/win car buying tip for anyone in the market for a new vehicle, drive a vehicle that is more fuel efficient and then get $1000 back for your new car purchase!

If you are in the market for a new car you can follow the link at the end of this article for a list of vehicles that are included under this program. Keep in mind that the 2008 model year vehicles haven’t been released as of yet, but keep visiting the site and in time the 2008 model year will be included.

The an outline of the ecoAuto Rebate Program is as follows:

The progam is applicable to anyone buying or leasing a vehicle after March 20, 2007 as long as the car you purchased is on the list.

Only cars bought or leased in Canada are eligible for the Program. If you purchased your car in the USA then you are not entitled to the rebate.

Individuals, businesses and organizations can apply under the EcoAuto Rebate Program, again as long as the vehicle bought or leased is on the list of eligible vehicles.

It’s a pretty simple process however there is no indication as to how long it will take for you to receive your ecoAuto Rebate, understand however that this rebate comes directly from the Canadian Government it is not associated with the car dealership where you purchase or lease your new vehicle. You can get the forms from the Dealership where you initially purchased our vehicle or again follow the ecoAuto Rebate Program link below for all the information you need!

Dennise Ryder writes from her home in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Learn more about the Canadian Government ecoAuto Rebate Programs and car buying tips that will help you save money.

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14th April 2008

BMW Hydrogen 7 Emissions Well-below Super-ultra Low-emission Vehicle Standards, Government Tests Confirm

Independent tests conducted by engineers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory on a BMW Hydrogen 7 Mono-Fuel demonstration vehicle have found that the car’s hydrogen-powered engine surpasses the super-ultra low-emission vehicle (SULEV) level, the most stringent emissions performance standard to date.

"The BMW Hydrogen 7’s emissions were only a fraction of SULEV level, making it one of the lowest emitting combustion engine vehicles that have been manufactured," said Thomas Wallner, a mechanical engineer who leads Argonne’s hydrogen vehicle testing activities. "Moreover, the car’s engine actively cleans the air. Argonne’s testing shows that the Hydrogen 7’s 12-cylinder engine actually shows emissions levels that, for certain components, are cleaner than the ambient air that comes into the car’s engine."

It was not an easy task to measure the Hydrogen 7’s emissions. "A gross polluter is easy to measure, but the cleaner the car the harder it is to test," said Don Hillebrand, director of Argonne’s Center for Transportation Research. "Most labs test at the SULEV level. Argonne’s vehicle testing facilities are unique in that they are able to detect even trace levels of emissions. In this case, it was near-zero emissions."

After an extensive evaluation by BMW, "Argonne’s Advanced Powertrain Research Facility was found to be the only public test facility in North America capable of testing hydrogen vehicles at these low emissions levels," said BMW’s Wolfgang Thiel, manager, operating support emissions analysis. "Zero is a very small precise number — we are pushing the boundaries of emissions testing."

Technical and program information about the Hydrogen 7 tests will be presented by Wallner and BMW North America’s Jason P. Perron Wednesday, April 2 during the National Hydrogen Association Annual Hydrogen Conference, March 30-April 3, in Sacramento, Calif. Argonne will join BMW’s Christoph Huss, senior vice president, science, traffic and vehicles regulations, in a press conference to present the test results during the Society of Automotive Engineers 2008 World Congress, April 14-17, in Detroit.

BMW has put the hydrogen model into limited series production. Although the vehicle is not yet available for sale to the general public, it is being made available to "influential public figures," whose use demonstrate a new era in clean energy, BMW has said. In the meantime, the greatest challenge to widespread use of hydrogen cars is the limited number of hydrogen refueling stations.

Argonne’s transportation research program and facilities are primarily funded by DOE’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, which supports the development of vehicle technologies and alternative fuels to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on foreign oil, and enables the U.S. transportation industry to sustain a strong, competitive position in domestic and world markets.

Special thanks to Science Daily

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31st March 2008

New Highway Capable 100% Electric Vehicle Announced

I am pleased to be writing what will be the first of a long line of posts relating to anything and everything automotive. The launch of this blog just happens to coincide with some very interesting industry news from ZENN Motor Company. ZENN announced the fall 2009 launch of a fully electric, highway capable vehicle.

The car is reported to be able to accelerate to speeds of 125 KPH/ 80 MPH and can run for up to 400km (225 miles) without a recharge. One of the most impressive features is that this vehicle will only take 5 minutes to recharge. It also boasts 1/10^th of the operating costs of the average gasoline powered internal combustion engine. Best of all, the car is reported to be 100% emission and noise free.

ZENN currently produces low-speed (40KPM/25MPH) fully electric cars, not legal for use on highways. The cars are available for sale in some US States. Here is the press release in its entirety.

ZENN Motor Company Details Plans for Highway Capable ZENN Powered by EEStor!

ZENN MOTOR COMPANY INC

ZNN | 3/28/2008 4:40:08 PM

TORONTO, ONTARIO, Mar 28, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) –

ZENN Motor Company Inc. (TSX VENTURE: ZNN) (the "Company"), a leading manufacturer of electric vehicles, held its Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders at which time management updated shareholders with Company progress in 2007 and detailed future plans for EEStor implementation including specifications around a highway capable, fully electric cityZENN!

ZENN Motor Company’s business will expand to include highway capable vehicles and international markets:

Target Launch of the cityZENN, powered by EEStor: Fall 2009

The cityZENN is planned to be a fully certified, highway capable vehicle with a top speed of 125 KPH/ 80 MPH and a range or 400 kilometres/250 miles. Powered by EEStor, the cityZENN will be rechargeable in less than 5 minutes, feature operating costs 1/10th of a typical internal combustion engine vehicle and be 100% emission-free! The Zero-Emission, No-Noise cityZENN will be designed to meet the transportation requirements of a large percentage of drivers worldwide.

"EEStor’s game-changing energy storage technology is in the advanced stages of commercialization", stated Ian Clifford, Chief Executive Officer. "EEStor has publicly committed to commercialization in 2008 and their first production line will be used to supply ZENN Motor Company."

ZENN Motor Company also plans to expand its low-speed product lineup for the 2009 model year with a four-passenger and a utility LSV (Low-Speed Vehicle). Both products will dramatically increase ZMC’s available target audience and potential market for LSVs.

The Company also plans to work with strategic OEMs to offer a ZENNergy drivetrain, powered by EEStor, in various vehicle platforms as ZENN branded vehicles. ZENNergy drive systems will also be developed for the retrofitting and conversion of existing internal combustion vehicles to electric drive. The Company’s initial target for these retrofit kits will be large, high-profile fleet opportunities.

In order to capitalize on all future growth opportunities, the team has been diligently working on building awareness of the ZENN brand - with overwhelming success. ZENN Motor Company has garnered an impressive amount of international media coverage, and it is clear from both its customers and retailers that the Zero-Emission, No-Noise message resonates clearly with its target market. The current ZENN LSV is recognized as a leading, cost-effective, zero emission vehicle for urban travel.

The team has been assessing the relative merit and opportunities of different key markets globally and is defining the planned roll-out sequence including discussions with established dealer networks in major markets around the world.

The growing electric vehicle market represents a dynamic, truly global opportunity and ZENN Motor Company is excited to be a key player. In addition to the Company’s exclusive technology agreement with EEStor for new vehicles up to 1400 kg (curb weight), and the global rights to ALL retrofit conversions of existing internal combustion vehicles to electric, the Company is also an equity investor in EEStor. EEStor’s energy storage technology is THE key enabler of many clean technologies today: renewable energy; grid load-leveling; consumer electronics and security applications are ALL looking for a ‘better battery.’ EEStor is the enabler.

"I founded ZENN Motor Company with the vision of it becoming the global leader in zero emission vehicles, and that vision is being made a reality by the entire team at ZENN Motor Company and our energy storage partner, EEStor," stated Ian Clifford, Chief Executive Officer. "We have laid the foundation of a sustainable business with explosive growth opportunities. We are well-positioned to capitalize on the global imperative for zero-emission vehicles."

An archived podcast of the Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders meeting may be found at www.ZENNcars.com and www.newswire.ca.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements in this news release that are not reported financial results or other historical information are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. They include, for example, statements about our business outlook, strategies, product direction and assessment of market conditions. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as the words "expect", "will", "believe", "anticipate", and other terms with similar meaning indicating possible future events or actions or potential impact on the business or shareholders of the Company.

These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. They are based on management’s assumptions, beliefs and expectations, all of which involve a number of business risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, supplier agreements, technology developments, actions of competitors and Canadian dollar exchange rates. Additional factors are listed from time to time in the Company’s filings on SEDAR with Canadian securities regulatory authorities, including those factors contained in the company’s Annual Information Form filed on January 21, 2008, under the caption "Description of the Business - Risk Factors." All forward-looking statements in this news release are expressly qualified by information contained in the company’s filings with Canadian securities regulatory authorities. ZENN Motor Company Inc. disclaims any obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements.

Any information about industry or general economic conditions contained in this news release is derived from third party sources that the company believes are widely accepted and accurate; however, the company has not independently verified this information and cannot assure its accuracy.

ABOUT ZENN MOTOR COMPANY (ZMC)

www.ZENNcars.com

ZENN Motor Company, Toronto, Canada, is dedicated to being the global leader in zero emission vehicles. Driven by quality, ingenuity, and a philosophy of social responsibility, the ZMC team is dedicated to redefining what is possible in both urban and business fleet transportation.

The ZENN(TM) (Zero Emission No Noise) provides a complete, no-compromise transportation solution for those who want to dramatically reduce their operating costs, eliminate harmful emissions and free themselves from dependence on foreign oil. The current ZENN vehicle is perfect for urban commuters and commercial fleets such as resorts, gated communities, airports, college and business campuses, municipalities, parks and more!

The planned commercialization of the ultra capacitor being developed by ZENN Motor Company’s strategic partner, EEStor Inc. for future ZENN vehicles will enable ZMC vehicles to travel at greater speeds and distances, just like a traditional car but at a fraction of the cost and with zero emissions!

Contacts: ZENN Motor Company Catherine Scrimgeour Public Affairs Specialist (416) 535-8395 x 201 Email: cscrimgeour@ZENNcars.com Website: www.ZENNcars.com

SOURCE: ZENN Motor Company

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