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First ZAP Store Opens in Newport Beach, California

     Store is a Joint Venture Between ZAPWORLD.COM and Donner Corporation

    SEBASTOPOL, Calif., March 21 Electric vehicle manufacturer
ZAPWORLD.COM has entered into a Joint Venture agreement with
Donner Corporation, a business consulting and marketing firm, to launch its
first ZAPWORLD Store in Southern California.  Through the joint efforts of
ZAPP and Donner, the Store will sell, rent and service ZAP products.

   The ZAPWORLD (ZAP) Store will also possess a unique feature-access to
Registered Representatives, answering inquiries regarding investment in ZAP, a
Nasdaq Small-Cap Company, as well as other investment opportunities.

    The Store is located in Balboa Village, City of Newport Beach, adjacent to
miles of beautiful beaches and Balboa Pier connected by a boardwalk.
Centrally located in a high traffic zone, people enjoy walking through the
shops of Balboa Village, rides, and games at the historic Balboa Fun Zone that
dates back to the 1930's.  According to December 1999 real estate figures,
residential properties surrounding the Store in Balboa are estimated at
$500,000 to $21,000,000.

    "We are extremely delighted to open up a ZAP Store in Southern California.
Our partnership with Donner Corporation accelerates our strategy to increase
our Company's exposure and develop closeness with the public," said
Gary Starr, CEO of ZAPP.

    Customers of the new ZAP Store can take advantage of new local incentives
for electric bicycles.  Through December 31, 2001 or until the project
allotment is paid out, the South Coast Air Quality Management District
(SCAQMD) is providing special grants to purchase electric bicycles.  Southern
California commuters can get a $250 grant applicable towards the purchase of
electric bicycles like those from ZAP as part of a new clean-air program from
SCAQMD.  For detailed information, please contact ZAPWORLD.COM or the
South Coast Air Quality Management District.

    The ZAP Store in Newport Beach is now open for business and is located on
Balboa Island at 701 E. Balboa Boulevard at the intersection of Washington
Street, Newport Beach, CA 92661.  Contact them by phone at 949-566-ZAPP
(9277).