Recently Merged ZAP Jonway to Display New Models, Electric Cars at Auto Shanghai 2011

Following a recent acquisition of Zhejiang Jonway Automobile Co. Ltd. of China by ZAP of the United States, the newly formed company ZAP Jonway (OTC BB: ZAAP) will be showcasing two new electric cars anticipated for production later this year at the Auto Shanghai 2011.

WHAT: New ZAP Jonway models on display at Auto Shanghai 2011
             - A380 Electric SUV
             - Alias electric car
             - SUV (Mitsubishi transmission)
             - Van

WHERE: Shanghai New International Expo Center from April 21 to 28
               2345 Longyang Road, Pudong, Shanghai
               http://www.autoshanghai.org/EN/index.aspx

WHEN: Media Days: April 19-20, Public Days, April 21-28

路是脚踏出来的，历史是人写出来的。人的每一步行动都在书写自己的历史。

Dec,10,2010
I picked out a chinese saying that come from Ji Hongchang, a military officer, as the title of this article It means: Man's every move is to write his history.

"What is the electric car?" make an effort to promote electric cars in marketplace, and this is as a step attempting to make a success in the development history of EVs.

Gary Dodd,Ginny, Kang 

We enter an historic time with real, mainstream electric cars poised to come to market.  Still, there seems to be a great deal of confusion and controversy around them, which is one reason why we like the new documentary premiering in Hollywood on December 14, “What is the Electric Car?” but not the only reason.

We really like “What is the Electric Car?” because our very own Ginny is one of the stars of the film.  Yes, THE Virginia (Ginny) Scales-Medeiros, mother of two, entrepreneur, inventor, auto maven and electric car proponent extraordinaire.

The story of how Ginny earned a role in the documentary “What is the Electric Car?” is somewhat ironic.  Ginny is perhaps the most outgoing, gregarious person we work with, and the perfect person to help represent ZAP for its Detroit Auto Show debut.  2010 was the very first year that Detroit’s North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) hosted a display dedicated to electric cars called “Electric Avenue.” ZAP was invited to display its Alias electric car in Detroit as part of the lead-up to the Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE.

Link to ZAP Global Blog:  http://zapglobal.wordpress.com 

http://zapglobal.wordpress.com/2010/12/07/why-we-like-%E2%80%9Cwhat-is-the-electric-car%E2%80%9D/

Read more related news: http://zapglobal.wordpress.com/category/technology/

Zap making big move into China

Nov.29

Jonway purchase would bring access to enormous Zheijang production plant

SANTA ROSA – Zap’s electric vehicles will most likely go into high-volume production in China.

The company’s pending 51 percent stake in Jonway Automobiles in the Zheijang Province of China will bring major changes to the 50-employee Santa Rosa pioneer of Zero Air Pollution vehicles, which got its start in Sonoma County in the 1970s.

Zap Jonway, as the new company will be called when the deal is finalized, will manufacture and sell both gasoline and electric vehicles.

Auto X Prize Winner Splits Purse With Competitors

Published: October 18, 2010

An electric-car maker that edged out its competitors in a five-way tiebreaker to win the coveted Progressive Insurance Automotive X Prize last month is sharing its $2.5 million award with its runners-up.

The margin of victory for Li-Ion Motors Corp. was less than two-tenths of a second in a 100-mile energy and performance run on a Michigan track in July. That was the tiebreaker used after all five entries achieved an average of at least 100 mpg or the equivalent (all were battery-electric vehicles).

But on the day of the tiebreaker, the leaders of four of the teams signed an agreement that whoever won would share the prize money.

"They all helped each other out," Automotive X Prize spokeswoman Carrie Fox said. "They all realized in helping each other out that it made sense to split the purse. It really speaks to the camaraderie of the competition."

Fox referred further questions to Li-Ion Motors leader Ron Cerven. Attempts to reach Cerven today were unsuccessful.

ZAP Alias Info Card from X Prize Awards Ceremony

ZAP Alias Electric Car Information

About The Vehicle
ZAP’s approach in the Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE was to create a sleekly styled, 100% plug‐in electric roadster designed in a three‐wheeled configuration, two wheels in front, one in the rear. The 2‐ (optional 3) passenger vehicle employs unique automotive design and manufacturing techniques in order to achieve ZAP’s business goals of practicality and affordability.

Key Innovations:

• High performance, three‐wheeled design
• Advanced lightweight motor/ controller
• Advanced lithium‐ion phospate batteries
• NASCAR style safety cage/composite construction
• Production plans are to sell the Alias for approximately $35,000.

X PRIZE Vote- A Winner: ZAP Alias

Sep,9,2010

The Alias did exceptionally well at the Progressive X PRIZE, surviving from the original 115 teams down to the finalists. The ZAP Alias scored 121.8 MPGe, putting it among the elite 9 cars in the competition. It was clearly the best overall handling car from its performance in the Consumer Reports' emergency lane change, skid pad, acceleration, freeway acceleration and braking tests.

• "Most Stylish"- Winner!

• "Most Practical"- Winner!

• "Most Wanted" - Winner!

• "Most Innovative" - Second Place! 

ZAP Exhibits Its Alias Electric Sports Car in New York City and Competes for Automotive Prize

October,19,2009

NEW YORK, NY, October 19, 2009 – ZAP (OTC BB: ZAAP) of Santa Rosa, California, a developer of electric vehicles and electric power systems, is participating in two events this week in New York City to preview the Alias, its new electric sports car. The ZAP Alias is also in competition with other companies’ vehicles for $10 million in prizes as part of the Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE, set up to foster the development of clean, production-capable vehicles that exceed 100 miles per gallon or energy equivalent.

The Alias is a 100% electric-powered, three-wheeled vehicle designed by ZAP with help from engineers in Detroit and Europe. Powered by an array of lithium batteries, the Alias can top 75 miles per hour on the highway and travel over 100 miles on one charge. It is compatible with any standard 110-volt outlet. Under its “hood” is a compact high-efficiency, air-cooled, AC-induction motor. It carries a list price of $35,000. ZAP expects to announce production plans once it has completed testing and validation.

"The Progressive Insurance Automotive X Prize will be an excellent opportunity to put the Alias through its paces," said Steven Schneider, Chief Executive Officer of ZAP. "We specifically designed the Alias for customers who are in the market for a sports car and who care about energy efficiency. With the Alias and our other products, ZAP is positioned as a leading brand and distribution portal of advanced technology vehicles."

The Alias is one of five car models on display today at an event hosted by the Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE. The event is being held at the Manhattan Classic Car Club at 250 Hudson Street in Manhattan. A free public viewing of the Alias is being held from 2:00pm to 7:00pm.

On Tuesday, October 20, the Alias will once again be on display, this time at an event hosted by ZAP, during which ZAP CEO Steven Schneider will answer queries about the Alias, its innovative and energy-efficient design, and what it offers to the consumer. This event will be held at Manhattan Motorcars at 270 Eleventh Avenue in Manhattan from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

ZAP Alias Electric Car Qualifies for Shakedown Stage of Progressive Iurance Automotive X PRIZE

April,27,2010

Alias to Take Part in X PRIZE Kick-Off Slated for April 29th at Michigan State Capitol

The Alias, a prototype electric sports car from ZAP(OTC Bulletin Board:ZAAP.ob ‐ News), has qualified for the Shakedown stage of the Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE (PIAXP) competition for 100 MPG equivalent and above cars now underway at Michigan International Speedway (MIS). The innovative all‐electric ZAP Alias will appear this Thursday, April 29th, during kick‐off ceremonies for the PIAXP at the Michigan state capitol in Lansing.

The Alias team is one of 28 competing for $10 million prizes, down from 43 teams last year. In the Shakedown stage, vehicles will be tested on braking speed, lane change ability, acceleration and refueling/recharging time, among other elements. ZAP's shakedown will occur May 2-8 at MIS. This is a non-elimination event ahead of a Knock-Out Stage taking place in June.

"As an electric vehicle company founded on creating energy efficient transportation, we are delighted to be taking part in the Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE," said Steve Schneider, ZAP CEO. "Competitions like this will further the advancement of eco-friendly electric vehicles in the U.S. market. It is an opportunity for researchers to showcase the capabilities of electric vehicles and push the frontier on what may be possible as we look for new
ways to reduce dependency on petroleum, reduce CO2 emissions and enhance sustainable mobility. It's also a good opportunity for government and the investment community to see the potential of these new designs."

"This competition will help level the playing field and capture entrepreneurial, scientific and technical energy to bring about viable, super-efficient cars that consumers want to buy," said Dr.Peter H. Diamandis, Chairman and CEO, X PRIZE Foundation. "We are at a pivotal moment in time when promising new technologies, growing consumer demand, and global politics make it ripe for a radical breakthrough in the cars we drive."

The cost-effective, powerful Alias will travel at freeway speeds with a range of 100 miles. Builtusing a NASCAR-type construction, the Alias has a tubular frame and composite body. Power is supplied to the three-wheeled, front wheel drive roadster by a lithium battery pack. The Alias features sleek styling, aerodynamic contours, a low profile, and wide stance with doublewishbone suspension. It can be re-charged with any 110V or 220V outlet.

Fans have several ways to follow the competition online through social media, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Blogs as well as through the competition website http://progressiveautoxprize.org. The ZAP Alias Team Blog is http://zapalias.wordpress.com.

Teams and their vehicles will compete in one of three categories: a class for tandem seating, a class for side-by-side seating and a third class for mainstream designs. The Shakedown phase of the PIAXP is already underway broken into two week-long events.

The goal of the PIAXP is to inspire a new generation of viable, super fuel-efficient vehicles that offer more consumer choices. Ten million dollars in prizes will be awarded to the teams that win a stage competition for clean, production-capable vehicles that exceed 100 Miles per gallon or energy equivalent (MPGe). The Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE will place a major
focus on efficiency, safety, affordability and performance.

An earlier prototype of the ZAP Alias is on display this week at the Beijing Motor Show as part of an introduction for ZAP's new electric vehicle venture in the China fleet market.

Indy 500 Winner Al Unser Jr. Joins ZAP Alias Electric Car Team in Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE

May,5,2010

Racing legend Al Unser Jr. will be behind the wheel as the ZAP Alias team competes in the Progressive Insurance Automotive X-PRIZE. Unser has agreed to drive the Alias electric car from industry pioneer ZAP (OTC Bulletin Board: ZAAP) for the Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE (PIAXP), a competition for $10 million in prizes set up to foster the development of clean, production-capable vehicles that exceed 100 miles per gallon or energy equivalent.

Unser has agreed to drive for ZAP in the upcoming PIAXP stages of the competition over the next five months. Unser plans to split his time between his other racing commitments and the PIAXP competition now underway at Michigan International Speedway (MIS). His first appearance behind the wheel of the all-electric sports vehicle from ZAP will be this week during ZAP's participation in the Shakedown Stage of the competition taking place May 2-8 at MIS, a track where Unser has a 

track record and won several races. The team blog is http://zapalias.wordpress.com

"We at ZAP are delighted that a driver of Al's capability and winning tradition has agreed to join the ZAP team in our quest to raise the visibility of electric cars," said ZAP CEO Steve Schneider. "It really means a lot to ZAP and to the acceptance of electric vehicles in the U.S. market to have someone the caliber of Al Unser Jr. take part in this competition."

The sleekly-styled ZAP Alias is a 100 percent electric car being developed to serve the growing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles. The all-electric vehicle is designed to drive at freeway speeds with a range of more than 100 miles on a single charge. ZAP is targeting a price in the $35,000 range. ZAP chose to pursue the PIAXP as a way to help bring the Alias to market, because of the automotive business expertise and analysis being offered on the performance, efficiency, design, safety and marketability of the vehicles. The ZAP Alias is competing for a $2.5 million prize in the side-by-side Alternative Class.

"I just love the Alias," said Unser. "It's clean, mean and green! I'm proud to be selected as the driver for ZAP." Unser became a fan of the Alias in 2008 when he first met with some of the designers at an automotive industry event. "I want this vehicle, so I am going to help ZAP make the Alias a commercial reality."

Al Unser Jr. (born April 19, 1962), nicknamed "Little Al," is a two-time winner of the Indianapolis 500. He was born into a racing family, son of Al Unser and nephew of Bobby Unser who both won the Indianapolis 500. By the age of 11, Unser was racing sprint cars. After high school, he was already in the World of Outlaws series of sprint car racing. He soon moved into road racing, winning the Super Vee title in 1981 and the Can Am title in 1982. In 1992, he won the Indy 500 with Galles Racing defeating Scott Goodyear by 0.043 of a second, the closest finish in Indy 500 history. He went on to win again in 1994 with Penske Racing.

In 2009, Unser was inducted into the Motor Sports Hall of Fame. He won the Grand Prix Celebrity Race with Keanu Reeves. He is a consultant to Indy Racing League and sits on the Board of Baltimore Racing Development.

Al Unser Jr. Accomplishments include:
Two-Time Indianapolis 500 Champion, 1992 with Galles Racing, and 1994 with Penske Racing
Two time Cart Series Champion
Thirty Four Indy Car Career Wins, 6 on the all-time list
Two time IROC Champion
Eleven IROC Race Wins
Two-Time Winner in the Grand Prix Celebrity Race
Inducted into Motorsports Hall of Fame 2009