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To: M.G. who wrote (3047)	3/27/1998 4:27:00 PM
From: John Hanzl	Respond to of 6464

Hey! They just released this!... Friday March 27, 4:04 pm Eastern Time Company Press Release Imperial PD "Zaps" Crime, Smog With New Electric Bicycles IMPERIAL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 27, 1998--The Imperial police bike patrol is getting a boost in the form of two new electric bicycles from ZAP Power Systems (OTC BB:ZAPP - news) of Sebastopol, California. The ZAP Patrol(TM) electric bikes appear to be normal police mountain bikes, but with the flip of a switch--ZAP--small, powerful electric motors transform them into the latest in law enforcement transportation, complete with lights and siren for pulling over cars. Each is equipped with a patented electric motor system, weighing just over 20 lbs. The combination of human and electric power allows an officer to arrive at calls sooner, without expending as much physical energy. At 20 miles per hour, they will arrive at the emergency before a normal bicycle. The motors provide faster acceleration and more power for climbing hills. Working like a turbo boost, the power-assist multiplies the rider's input, preserving their poised and ready condition for a crisis situation. Electric bike use in law enforcement is growing across the U.S., with over 100 agencies now using this transportation alternative. Not only are they being used in law enforcement; civilians can purchase a kit to ''ZAP'' their own bicycle for $375, or purchase a complete ElectriCruizer(TM) bicycle for $649. Since 1994, ZAP has delivered over 9,000 electric bikes and kits to commuters and recreational cyclists in over 46 different countries. The company is also coming out with two new electric scooters. ''The EV Industry is now a reality,'' said ZAP spokesman Alex Campbell. ''Some companies like Battery Automated Technologies (OTC BB:BAAT - news) are developing interesting technology. ZAP continues putting electrics on the road today.'' For further information about electric bicycles, contact ZAP shareholder relations at its Sebastopol office at 800/251-4555, or by accessing their web site at zapbikes.com. JohnnyH