ZAP CEO Steve Schneider Discusses Federal Approval for Smart Car in Online Interview with SmallcapInsights.com

ZAP CEO Steve Schneider Discusses Federal Approval for Smart Car in Online Interview with SmallcapInsights.com

Schneider Outlines Approvals Allowing Distribution and Sale of High-Efficiency European-Made Smart Car Coupe in United States

LOS ANGELES, April 29, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- SmallcapInsights.com, http://www.SmallcapInsights.com, the online source for exclusive commentary, research, interviews and other key investor information, has announced the availability of an online interview with Steve Schneider, CEO of ZAP (OTC BB:ZAAP.OB - News), a pioneer in the next generation of advanced transportation and energy technologies.

In the online interview, Mr. Schneider discusses the recent federal approval of the Smart Car, and potential markets for ZAP's technology and solutions in addition to the Mercedes-built Smart Car. "This is the moment that ZAP has been waiting for," he said. "What it really means is that we're actually legal to start selling cars in 45 states in the U.S. It's noteworthy to understand that the technology that we own is not specific to just the Smart Car. The Americanization process and the technology to make the car meet the federal safety and emissions standards, which is part of the unique thing that ZAP possesses, is available for other automobiles. Consequently, other manufacturers that would like to enter into the American marketplace but have not been able to now are approaching us to see if we can do the same thing for their vehicles."

Mr. Schneider also described the federal and state governmental benefits and incentives for owners of fuel-efficient or alternative energy vehicles, and the potential impact of those incentives on the marketplace for next-generation transportation.

The streaming audio interview can be accessed at http://www.SmallcapInsights.com. Registration to listen to the interview is free.