Jay Leno to own America's First Lithium I-Cell Powered "R-Car" Produced by Hybrid Technologies Inc.

Jay Leno to take delivery of high-performance Hybrid Technologies "R-Car" Number 001, the first consumer model hybrid sports car produced in the United States.

NEW YORK and BURBANK, CA, April 5 -- Hybrid Technologies Inc. (NASD OTCBB: HYBT) - www.hybridtechnologies.com - R-Electric Car Co., Global Hybrid Corp., Solium Power Corp., and WhistlerTel - emerging leaders in the development and marketing of Lithium I-Cell(TM)-powered and VoIP products worldwide is pleased to announce that the inaugural R-Car, Number 001, has found a new home with Tonight Show host and car aficionado Jay Leno.

The R-Car, built to provide both speed and style is the flagship vehicle in Hybrid Technologies' slate of pure electric passenger vehicles. The vehicle provides all the pleasure of a high performance automobile yet is powered by an entirely emission-free, clean energy, lithium power source: the I-Cell(TM) as developed for the R-Car. An ergonomic masterpiece, the revolutionary "R" car combines form and function by delivering speeds of up to 100 miles per hour and does so utilizing a state of the art lithium power system. The world's first truly drivable completely zero emission vehicle is proudly produced in the United States of America.

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Holly Roseberry, President of Hybrid Technologies stated, "As well as being a personal fan of Mr. Leno I am honored to have him own one of our vehicles. His knowledge and love of vehicles is legendary. We are pleased that our vehicle will be part of his impressive collection. We could not have found a better owner for our first production model of the R-Car."

Hybrid Technologies produces for the consumer and public sector markets several other passenger vehicles such as the PT Cruiser model as well as a host of two wheeled models such as the functional Jin bike, the E-cobra urban vehicle and the sleek powerful stealth model.

A recent press item announced the joint agreement between Hybrid Technologies Inc. and the California Highway Patrol to produce an honoree Chopper to memorialize the legendary CHP's fallen officers. The Chopper will be built using the advanced lithium I-Cell(TM) system developed by Chaz Haba. The CHP honored Hybrid Technologies in a special ceremony last night in Santa Fe Springs, California.

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Hybrid Technologies Inc. (NASD OTCBB: HYBT) is an emerging leader in the development and marketing of Lithium powered products worldwide. We believe our superior technology, coupled with an aggressive marketing plan will establish our company on the world stage. With the global focus moving rapidly towards addressing pollution, the need for sustainable, zero emission energy is current. As current legislation is dictating a move towards this type of energy, we foresee this industry as one of the fastest growing segments within the global economy. Hybrid Technologies is applying this technology to products that are in wide-spread global use. Everything from scooters, bicycles, mopeds motorcycles, small vehicles, watercraft, military applications and many other essential products have been successfully converted to Lithium powered applications. The combination of our exciting technology and mass-marketed products creates a unique market opportunity for our Company. By utilizing technology that can be applied immediately, Hybrid Technologies can begin the sales cycle immediately.