Balqon Corporation to Showcase Heavy Duty Electric Vehicles

Balqon Corporation (OTC: BLQN.OB), an emerging developer and manufacturer of zero emissions heavy-duty electric vehicles, energy storage products and electric drive systems, will be showcasing its on-road and off-road vehicles and electric drive systems at the 26th International Electric Vehicle Symposium (EVS 26) in Los Angeles on May 6-9, 2012.

"We believe EVS 26 is a great venue to showcase our technologies and newer additions to our product lines," said Balwinder Samra, CEO of Balqon Corporation. "With auto companies from around the world displaying their products, Balqon Corporation will prominently display its line of heavy duty on-road and off-road vehicles," he added.

Nearly 500 leading electric vehicle industry experts will be presenting at the show, along with over 100 global companies displaying electric vehicle technologies on the show floor. A "Ride, Drive and Charge" event will be held for attendees to gain hands-on experience with electric vehicles.

The event will be open to the public on May 6th to May 8th, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Please visit us at our booth # 1215, or visit EVS 26 for additional information or further details on the show.

Headquartered in Harbor City, California, Balqon Corporation is a leading developer of zero-emissions electric drive systems, lithium battery systems and medium to heavy-duty electric vehicles. Balqon’s proprietary electric drive system encompasses complete power management, propulsion, flux vector motor controllers and energy systems. Balqon electric vehicles and drive systems are marketed globally to companies, governments and municipalities looking for viable and effective ways to reduce their vehicle maintenance and operating costs and lower carbon emissions. Balqon is recognized as a pioneer in commercial electric vehicle technology and development of energy efficient transportation solutions.

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