Quantum Awarded Contract to Develop Diesel Hybrid Electric Vehicles for U.S. Army

    IRVINE, Calif., May 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Quantum Fuel Systems
 Technologies Worldwide, Inc. ( QTWW) today announced that it was
 awarded a contract to develop a diesel hybrid electric version of its
 Alternative Mobility Vehicle (AMV) "Aggressor." This program is a follow on
 to Quantum's successful "Aggressor" vehicle, a high performance light-duty
 off-road fuel cell hybrid vehicle developed for the U.S. Army's Tank
 Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC), National
 Automotive Center (NAC). The contract has a total value of $4.88 million.
     The objective of this program is to develop a second-generation
 high-performance light-duty off-road hybrid electric vehicle platform based
 on the results of and feedback from the U.S. Army's testing and evaluation
 of the Aggressor. The propulsion system for this next phase of AMV
 development will focus on a JP-8 fuel-compatible diesel internal combustion
 engine based, battery dominant, series hybrid electric system, which would
 provide a cost-effective, near-term solution as fuel cell technology
 matures. Pre-production prototypes will be developed and built for testing
 and evaluation by selected commands to assess mission suitability,
 supportability, performance objectives, and guidance on final vehicle
 configuration.
     "We believe that the AMV program offers an innovative solution as a
 long-range reconnaissance vehicle that fills a technology gap for the U.S.
 Army in its national defense efforts while reducing its fuel logistic
 burden," said Alan Niedzwiecki, President and CEO of Quantum. "The
 vehicle's silent watch capability, high performance acceleration, extended
 range, and exportable power provide significant advantages for the U.S.
 Army in communications, surveillance, targeting, and reconnaissance
 missions. We believe that this vehicle and Quantum's innovative hybrid
 drivetrain will also be very well-suited for other commercial applications,
 including homeland security, border patrol, park service operations, and
 light-duty automobiles."
     The contract will be through and administered by Alion Science and
 Technology Corporation, based in Alexandria, VA. Alion will provide project
 management oversight in support of this effort for the U.S. Army Tank
 Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center.
     About Quantum:
     Quantum, a fully integrated alternative energy company, is a leader in
 powertrain engineering, system integration and manufacturing of packaged
 fuel systems and accessories for specialty vehicles and applications
 including fuel cells, hybrids, alternative fuels, hydrogen refueling, new
 body styles, mid-cycle vehicle product enhancements and high performance
 engines and drive trains for OEMs and consumers of aftermarket parts and
 accessories. Quantum also designs and manufactures hybrid and fuel cell
 vehicles. Quantum also develops and manufacturers advanced lithium-ion
 batteries through its partner, Advanced Lithium Power.
     Quantum has product commercialization alliances with General Motors, AM
 General and Sumitomo. Quantum's customer base includes General Motors,
 Toyota, Opel, Hyundai, Suzuki, Ford, DaimlerChrysler, SunLine, Yamaha,
 AeroVironment, and the U.S. Army.
     More information can be found about Quantum's products and services at
 www.qtww.com.
     About TARDEC/NAC:
     The National Automotive Center (NAC), founded in 1992, is the
 Department of Defense/ Army focal point for collaborative ground vehicle
 research and development. The NAC, located at the Tank-automotive and
 Armaments Command (TACOM), is an integral part of the Army's
 Tank-Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC). The
 NAC serves as a catalyst linking industry, academia and government agencies
 in the development and exchange of automotive technologies. The NAC
 leverages government, commercial industry and academia R&D investments, and
 initiates shared automotive technology programs. Its primary focus is to
 benefit current and future military ground vehicle systems through:
 performance improvements, service life extensions, and reduction in ground
 vehicle design / manufacturing / production / operation / support costs.
     Forward Looking Statements
     Except for historical information, the statements, expectations, and
 assumptions contained in the foregoing press release are forward-looking
 statements. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited
 to, the Company's expectations regarding expected future revenues and
 operating results; future opportunities for Quantum; the Company's ability
 to fulfill orders in the future; and other statements about the future
 expectations, beliefs, goals, plans, or prospects expressed by management.
 Such statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, and
 actual results could differ materially from those discussed in any
 forward-looking statement. Factors that could cause actual results to
 differ materially from such forward-looking statements include, among other
 factors, prevailing market conditions; the Company's ability to design and
 market automotive products; the Company's ability to meet customer
 specifications and qualification requirements; availability of component
 parts and raw materials that meet the Company's requirements; and the
 Company's ability to source alternative materials and suppliers. Reference
 should also be made to the risk factors set forth from time to time in the
 Company's SEC reports, including but not limited to those contained in the
 section entitled "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K
 for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2006. The Company does not undertake to
 update or revise any of its forward-looking statements even if experience
 or future changes show that the indicated results or events will not be
 realized.
     For more information regarding Quantum, please contact:
 
     Dale Rasmussen
     Investor Relations
     Email:  DRasmussen@qtww.com
     +1-206-315-8242
 
     Andy Abele
     Executive Director, Strategic Development
     Email:  aabele@qtww.com
     +1-949-399-4527
 
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